Dipping Stone and Bowstones from Whaley Bridge, 11 miles.
Details
A circular walk above Whaley Bridge visiting the Dipping Stone and Bowstones also Sponds Hill returning via the gritstone trail and Kettleshulme.
Meet at Long Hill lay-by at 9.45am for a prompt 10am start.
The Dipping Stone is a large boulder, shaped for holding Anglo Saxon crosses. Also known as a Wayside and boundary cross. It is listed on the National Heritage list as an ancient monument. Locally known as The Plague Stone.
The terrain includes paved roads, lanes and some rougher paths, so appropriate footwear is essential especially in wet conditions.
Some routes involve walking through farms, so please be respectful if bringing a dog. Please keep it on a lead.
The Disclaimer!
We are a group of like-minded adults who share the same interest, the great outdoors.
This a a guide to what we do and what we expect from our members.
Our leaders/event hosts are volunteers, they're there to guide groups on walks in the countryside, they're not responsible for each and every participant other than themselves.
It is expected that all participants to be fully responsible for themselves and their own safety, we do not employ first aiders or qualified walk leaders. Participants are also expected to attend every walk with suitable clothing, footwear and any other equipment, that includes waterproofs for wet weather and walking poles if you need them regularly. Enough food and drink for the day is also required.
Some activities in more mountainous regions such as the Lake District, Wales and Scotland, can be more challenging, our walk leaders will use the principal of the groups safety at all times and if the conditions dramatically change for the worse, they will reserve the right to end the walk and turn back. A full and concise descriptions of the terrain will be published in the event write up stating what to expect on the walk, terrain using the best of our knowledge. Also to give our members an insight of what to bring such as walking poles, crampons and wet weather gear.
Michael & Pauline