| Day | Saturday |
| Date | 22/04/2017 |
| Start Time | 10:00 am |
| Walk Name | Derwent delight (or deluge...depending on the weather) |
| Description | A steady walk to Ashopton Viaduct, passing through Ladybower Wood. Across the viaduct, then up to Crookhill Farm and across the pasture, giving extensive views of the Vale of Edale and beyond on a clear day. Through the coppice down to Fairholmes for a lunch stop. Past Derwent Dam, along the reservoir then a short but steep climb up Grindle Clough, following the bridleway to Whinstone Lee Tor, an excellent view point. We then follow the bridleway downhill across the moor back to the car park. Choice of 2 pubs close by for anyone staying for a drink. |
| Walk Leader | Mike Dibb |
| Notify | Please text 07739 896765 by 8PM the day before to sign up |
| Start Point | Cutthroat Bridge Lay By (A57) |
| Start Point Details | Layby just to the east of Cutthroat Bridge on A57 - 1 mile east (Sheffield side) of Ladybower Inn |
| Grid Reference | SK 2167 8742 - nearest postcode: S6 6GL |
| Grade | B2 |
| Distance | 10 miles |
| Additional Information | There are two fairly steep hills on this walk, but a nice long break in between! It is likely to be muddy in places at this time of year. If conditions are poor on the day it could be necessary to alter the route. Toilets and take-away snacks/drinks at Fairholmes Well behaved dogs kept on short leads held by considerate owners welcome. Please let me know if you are bringing a dog. Please ensure you are ready booted and equipped to start walking at the specified time. Walk Leaders will not wait. Please text earlier rather than later to ensure optimum planning by leaders |
| Dog Friendly | yes |
| Map | Click for Streetmap of start point Click for Google map of start point |