What we’re about
Welcome to West Yorkshire 25s-45s Hiking Group. We are a friendly group of people from across the county and surrounding areas, hosting walks, trips away and social events. The group is accessible to people of all fitness levels. Our walks vary in difficulty ranging from a walk around reservoirs to the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge.
We also do weekend & week trips. We are looking at organising trips abroad in the future. These trips can vary from staying in a B&B to wild camping.
Group Rules
- Everyone must have a recent photo of themselves as their profile picture.
- Let the walk/event leader know in advance you can no longer attend. Please have the courtesy to do so in good time.
- Zero tolerance for discrimination of any type.
- No advertising.
- Make everyone feel welcome.
- All members are accountable for their own safety and wellbeing. Ensure you come with the necessary clothing and footwear for the conditions.
Difficulty Scale
We mark our walks with a difficulty scale so you can judge if you are fit enough for the walk. Please bear in mind the difficulty of a walk comes down to a person's own personal fitness and how steady they are on their feet on rough terrain. The conditions can also factor and would not be known until the day, such as boggy terrain. If not sure, check the walks itinerary or ask the walks leader for confirmation.
Easy - Short flat walk or minimal overall ascent. Less than 7.5 miles in length and less than 300 metres of ascent.
Moderate = Moderate distance and/or small to medium amount of ascent. 7.5 miles - 12.5 miles and/or 300 - 599 metres of ascent.
Hard = Long distance hikes and/or a lot of ascent. 12.5 - 20 miles and/or 600 - 999 metres of ascent.
Strenuous = Challenge walk distances and/or proper mountain height amount of ascent. 20+ miles or more and/or 1,000+ metres of ascent.
Technical = Any walk which requires exposed ridge walking (Crib Goch, Striding Edge), scrambling, ice pick, torch or anything extra required.
FAQs
I do not live in West Yorkshire. Can I join the group?
Yes! Anyone is welcome to join the group.
Do I have to leave the group when I reach the age limit?
Of course not! Stay for as long as you feel comfortable.
I have paid for the walk but I now cannot attend, can I get a refund?
No. We have a no refund policy. The money will go towards future group events and charities.
How do I become a leader and host walks?
Send me (Jamie) a message and I will make you an organiser.
Upcoming events
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Loop - Old Glossop, Plane Crash Sites, Bleaklow Head - 9.5mi/15km
Old Glossop, Well Gate, Glossop SK13 7SW, Glossop, GBStart Time: 9:45am - PROMPT START DUE TO LIMITED DAYLIGHT - if anyone is running late, follow the itinerary below and you should be able to catch us up.
Miles/Kilometres: 9.5mi/15km (Approx)
Total ascent: 540m (Approx)
Difficulty: Moderate
Estimated length of time: 5 hours (including a lunch break)
Dogs Allowed: Yes but must be on a lead at all times on moorland.
Public Transport: Trains from Manchester to Glossop.
Parking: Nearest official car park is Manor Park Car Park - https://maps.app.goo.gl/uTYY9LYHPm1942tt9 otherwise, plenty of on-street parking just be considerate of residents.
Payment: £1 for the walk - Use this link to pay: https://settleup.starlingbank.com/jamiepope1 - please put "Glossop" as reference.Itinerary
Meet in Old Glossop on the cobblestone corner opposite the The Bulls Head pub. If coming by train you need to walk through Manor Park from Glossop. The walk starts by walking down Wellgate, Hope Street and then half way down Charles Lane where we veer off onto a footpath. The footpath is a long steady ascent up onto Blake Moor, passing evergreen tree plantations continuing to Cock Hill. The path ascends a bit more and then flattens out for a bit, we the descend a little to The Pennine Way.We follow the Pennine Way along through Torside Clough, cross over the stream and then head up another stream. We veer off across the moors (no footpath) to find the first plane crash site of a Blenheim Mk. I. We then walk back across the moors to the Pennine Way and follow it as it ascends up to Bleaklow Head. We can stop here for lunch.
Once ready we continue following the Pennine Way across the moors, then veer off onto a different footpath that will take us to the pictured plane crash and memorial and Higher Shelf Stones for great views of Snake Pass. We walk along the edge of the hill, steadily desecending at first and then it becomes more steep until we come out onto a farm road. We then follow this farm road through the valley and then through an industrial estate until we are back in Old Glossop. We can then go for food & drink in a pub.
Disclaimers
The walk organisers do not have training or insurance. Therefore, anyone who joins the walk is accountable for their own safety and anyone they bring with them. By signing up you accept this.
Check the weather (on multiple websites) before leaving your residence. Bring clothing & footwear suitable for the forecast. We advise you to bring walking boots for any medium or harder walk. Trainers are only recommended for leisurely and easy walks. Bring a coat just in case (this is Britain after all...) and extra layers if it is going to be cold.
All proceeds go towards equipment for leading walks, group events & trips. A percentage will go to charities.
Bring a packed lunch and snacks. Bring enough food & water to last the estimated time.
We recommend bringing some cash just in case. Especially if parking. Not everywhere is contactless yet.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the walks organiser.36 attendees
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