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The Short Walking Group

Leader:  John Howlett - ShortWalk@ashbyu3a.co.uk - phone 01530 461774


The leader will be at the meeting place whatever the weather and only cancel the walk in consultation with those who turn up on the day. All dogs must be kept under control at all times. Walking boots or strong shoes are recommended. Be prepared for bad weather by taking warm WATERPROOF clothing. Leaders act in a voluntary capacity. All ramblers walk at their own risk. The walk will be about 2 or 3 miles and not include any stiles.


Future programme
DateTimeVenueLeaderduration/distance

Fri 15th Nov10:00 amMeet at the Swadlincote Woodlands car park off Derby Road (DE11 8LP)John D Swadlincote Woodlands has good paths



Friday 18th October. Meet at the bottom car park Staunton Harold Nurseries

The weather was unexpectedly dry when seven stalwarts and one dog assembled in the bottom car park at Staunton Harold Nurseries. We were joined by a very new member: Denise. Our walk took us out of the corner of the car park and initially back down the access road south easterly for about half a mile. Where the road took a sharp left turn, we carried on through a gate onto a solid track between trees and fields. The ground underfoot was very good except for a couple of very short patches which gave no problems. This track went straight along to meet the other end of the access road near the Lount road. We rejoined the access road, this time following it back north westerly towards the main house. The weather stayed fine and mild, and the trees were beginning to show their autumn colours. The walking was good and so was the talking, although we had to step aside several times for cars enroute to the car park. When we got to the main house we paused for the obligatory team photo, then walked up the drive back to the Centre for coffee. The cafe now has an outside awning which made it possible for us all to sit together outside. Afterwards some split off to go to the Garden Centre, whilst the rest went back to the cars. Overall, we covered 2.3 miles in one and a half hours, in very good company.

Photos by John Dogherty


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