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10 very intrepid ramblers relocated todays ramble from Dolphinholme near Lancaster to a local walk due to concerns about flooding. We decided  to walk from Waterloo to Formby, which, although not up to our usual level of difficulty, would give us a decent length walk where the area would hopefully be dry. However storm Ciaran had different ideas! Having travelled by train to Waterloo we walked along the edge of the Marine Lake where the waves were being whipped up by the wind, but at least it was only a light drizzle if a little breezy. Turning the corner onto the promenade we were met with a severe onward wind which increased in intensity as we walked. The sand was whipped up as we walked giving everyone a good sand blasting on the face! The  light drizzle then changed into a downpour and it wasn’t long before everyone was soaked in spite of good walking gear. Part of the walk had to be on the beach as the pathways have now been overtaken by the dunes and walking there is impossible. Reaching Crosby area we decided to leave the promenade and take to the footpath in the hope of getting a little shelter from the wind and driving rain. However by the time we reached Blundellsands the weather was even worse so we sensibly decided to abandon the ramble and head for the nearest station to return home. This is the first time we have been foiled by the weather  but the safety of walkers is paramount and we all agreed this was the right decision. Thanks to everyone who turned out today and I hope you all dried out quickly!

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The rambling group undertook a 10 mile circular walk today in very hot humid weather, although thankfully the sun was behind clouds for most of the walk, Starting out from the Black Horse pub at Limbrick we walked down the very aptly named Long Lane (more  about that later) to enter a pleasantly shaded dell and into rough pasture ground. Continue reading →

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10 members of the rambling group today had a very unexpected lovely day for our 8.5 mile circular ramble starting at Glasson Dock near Lancaster. The forecast had been for intermittent showers, but in spite of the very heavy rain on the M6 on our outward journey we found ourselves in a microclimate of warm sunshine and clear blue skies!

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Due to a family emergency the expected leader of our July ramble was suddenly unavailable, so rather than cancel we decided to revisit a walk we had done about 18 months ago. Starting from Sefton Village we took the well used path to Lunt Meadows and followed the route of the River Alt to Bains Bridge. Continue reading →

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7 of the ramblers took a very windswept hike yesterday from Abbey Village to Darwen Tower, a climb of 1100 feet and just under 9 miles distance. Starting from the Hare and Hounds pub ( always good to begin ( and end) at a pub) we walked across a very well made path to Rake Brook, the first of the three reservoirs in the area. Pausing to watch the antics of a spaniel, who clearly covered at least 50% more ground than its human companion, we descended into woodland which forms part of the Witton Weavers Way, a long distance route we have walked many times in the past. Continue reading →

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10 members of the rambling group today completed an 8 mile circuit of Lyme Park, a national trust property in Cheshire and the surrounding moors . In spite of the poor weather forecast we were really lucky and escaped the rain apart from a few random rain drops. Continue reading →

The next ramble will be on Thursday 2nd March, and will be an 8.5 mile circular walk following the War Horse route from Ormskirk via Lathom Chapel. The walk is flat and follows quiet paths, some busier country lanes and fields.  Regular ramblers have been notified of start point, but if any new members wish to join the group please contact me for information. ( pollypaws46@gmail.com). Please note this is a change to the advertised walk which cannot take place due to leaders injury.

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19 ramblers had the final walk of the year today. Joining the Leeds Liverpool canal at Old Roan we walked along the towpath in the direction of Bootle. Although cold, the weather was dry and as the rain of the recent days had deceased, our walk was relatively mud free. Having stopped off at Tesco Litherland for a quick coffee we continued on to Bootle where we left the canal. It was then a short step up to L20 restaurant, the catering school for Hugh Baird college, where we enjoyed a wonderful Christmas lunch, catered and served by the 3rd year students. Replete, we walked back through the park and on to the station for a quick train ride home. Thanks to everyone who has recced and led the walks this year. Our new programme will commence on 5th January 2023.Happy Christmas everyone.