Hardcastle Crags

Starting from the CP, we follow the path to Hollin Hall and then cross the moor by Middle Dean and through Crimsworth Dean to Lumb Hole Waterfall. We then climb to Shackleton Knoll and follow the Calder/Aire link to Walshaw. We then walk through Hebden Dale to Gibson Mill (cafe open) We then return to the CP.

The Walk Leader is Yvonne
The Group Leader is Barry
Start / meeting point :
Midgehole CP
Midgehole Rd
Wadsworth
Pecket Well
(turn off the A6033 onto Lee Mill Rd. Lee Mill Lane become Midgehole Rd)
(CP fees £5 for 4 hours. I believe that this is a national trust CP)

Post code---------- Grid reference ---------- What3 words
HX77AL..............SD 988291.............hindered.fittingley.pavillions
The distance is 6 miles.

All walks are circular, unless stated.
Meeting:
We usually gather around 10.15 to start the walk promptly at 10.30.
NB:
Walking boots, waterproofs, a packed lunch and drinks are required.
We do not allow dogs on our walks as we often go through farmer's fields with livestock.

In addition to the Meetup members shown, we have members of BSW and CHA attending walks , making a group of between 6 to 16 walkers.
Fees:
New membership fees for 2025 are £10 for 100's of walks with any of our 6 mid-week groups.
For non-members, we ask for a £1 donation on each walk towards our admin and insurance costs.
Please pay the Walk leader on the day.

Our Walks schedule:
If you would like to see the future schedule of walks click
(https://www.meetup.com/wayfarers-mid-week-walking-group/)
Should you have a walk, you are familiar with and you would like to lead it for our group, please contact the group leader. We are always looking for new walks, and leade