13 might be unlucky for some but not for the rambling group it seems. Setting off from Maghull to Parbold the weather looked decidedly grey and gloomy so we were expecting to have a wet walk. However at the start point the grey clouds had disappeared and the sun looked as if it was trying to make an appearance. Continue reading
On the hottest May Day for many years, 11 members of the Rambling Group headed for Earby in Lancashire for our monthly outing. This lovely little gem lies on the Lancashire/Yorkshire border and is stated to be placed in some of the North West’s most beautiful countryside. Having made use of the ” facilities” in the Centre we took a winding lane out of the village and started a slow steady climb along side a babbling stream up onto the moors. Continue reading
Ten ramblers met for a 10 mile circular walk near Chorley today. Almost perfect walking weather saw temperatures rise to 17C with blue skies and dry underfoot conditions.
We started in the Yarrow Valley Country Park and took in Astley Hall , the Leeds Liverpool canal and woodlands before our return to the park for a welcome cup of tea.
The Birkacre Park dates back to the 1300s and has a wealth of industrial history based around textiles, coal, steel and innovation.
Astley Hall is a lovely estate dating back to the 16th century. The house, gardens, cafe and shop have recently been upgraded and are well worth a visit.
Thanks to Carmel and Paul for a good day out.
14 members of the Rambling Group took advantage of the lovely Spring sunshine today and had a ramble through the local countryside around Rainford. Parking at a local cafe we started our walk along the Rainford Linear pathway. Continue reading
On a bright frosty morning 12 members of the Rambling Group headed up the M6 to Lytham. Destination was Lytham Hall. This is described as the finest Georgian house in Lancashire and was once the home of the Clifton family, spanning over 4 centuries. It is a grade 1 listed building and is of significant interest both locally and nationally. The site and its 80 acres of parkland were once the site of a Benedictine priory dating back to the 12th century. Continue reading
Not foiled by the Winter weather, 11 members of the Rambling Group had a local walk today despite the freezing ice and snow. The planned route was altered at the last minute due to the vagaries of Merseyrail, so we jumped in cars up to Aughton and undertook a somewhat shortened walk following part of the Yellowhammer route, up to the top of Clieves Hill and back across country to the start point. Continue reading
The Rambling Group had a great turn out today with 14 members meeting on the Wirral, to undertake a 7 mile circular walk around Parkgate. The route took in several parts of the Wirral way, fields, some footpaths and finally the King Charles III coastal path. Continue reading
9 members of the rambling group took to the moors above Burnley yesterday for an 8 mile ramble to the Singing Ringing Tree Panopticon. Parking at a very potholed lane we donned boots and gloves as the wind was very keen and we were about to start a climb. Continue reading
11 members of the rambling group set off today from Forest Hills Hotel at Frodsham to walk along part of the Sandstone Trail and the hidden crags of Frodsham Hill, before going onto the High Rocks of Helsby. The route from the hotel should have taken us across the golf course but during the recce, having searched for some time, the leaders realised the golf course no longer existed but was now a forested area! Continue reading
11 members of the rambling group plus one guest undertook a very hot 8 mile walk today from the pretty village of Fence within the Forest of Bowland area of outstanding natural beauty.. The initial part of the route was clear and easy to navigate. Whilst we were walking through the first field we spotted a roe deer in the distance, but it was too quick to photograph. Continue reading