What we’re about
We are a social walking club based in Sheffield aimed at people in their 20s and 30s. The group has been around since July 2002 and has been growing steadily ever since – currently we have around 200 members! We are part of the Ramblers, Britain's largest walking charity.
We're always on the lookout for new members, so please book on to a walk or social, or come along to one of our monthly New Members' Nights.
More events and further information about the group is listed on our Web page: https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/
Being a Ramblers affiliated group we encourage our participants to join the Ramblers Association. This allows you to attend our great weekends away and get other Ramblers benefits. It also helps support the great work that Ramblers do to keep the countryside open to all and to fight for the things that matter most to walkers. You can read more about the work done by Ramblers here.
We have walks of varying lengths every weekend in the Peak District or the South Yorkshire countryside.
We have an active Socials programme ranging from meals out and cinema trips to dancing and pool championships, not to mention a Easter Egg, Pub Hunt and a Christmas Party every year. There's something for everyone!
We organise weekends away to beautiful locations across the UK such as Snowdonia, the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. They're a great opportunity to see some of the most picturesque parts of the country and take a break from work and the city for a very reasonable price.
We’re a Ramblers group run by volunteers who we rely on to keep it going. There are lots of ways to get involved, so if you’d like to lead a walk, organise a social or join the committee, we’d love to hear from you!
Upcoming events
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Gently Do(w)n the Stream
Langsett road north Oughtibridge, langsett road north, Sheffield , GBWalk leader: Lotte Smith
Walk title: Gently Do(w)n the Stream
Date: 02/11/2025
Difficulty: Moderate
Start time: 09:15
End time: 15:00
Start point: Oughtibrigde bus stop: Langsett Rd North/Millenium Green
Start point - What 3 Words: ///that.shop.civil
End point: Sheffield city centre: Castle Square
Distance (in miles): 15.1
Ascent (in meters): 100
Is your walk dog friendly?: Yes, well-behaved dogs kept on a leadFull description:
Starting off in Oughtibridge, we'll try not get into a row (pun intended) making our way along the Upper Don Trail towards Sheffield. But we won't stop there! We'll continue following the river towards Meadowhall/Tinsley before bending right and down back towards the city centre along the Tinsley canal.Please note that despite the lack of elevation, this is still quite a long walk. Plus, I'm known to walk at a brisk pace and struggle to slow down, so a decent level of walking fitness is required! Please also bring a packed lunch for a stop along the way.
Public transport or car sharing options:
The 57 bus leaves Flat Street at 08:43 to arrive in Oughtibridge at 09:07. Because this is a linear walk, driving is not convenient.Additional info: This will be a fast-paced walk (requiring a good level of fitness)
Be prepared:
Please remember to dress appropriately for the time of year, with enough layers, sun protection if required, a waterproof, and food and water. Further information on what to bring can be found on our website here: https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/be-preparedSign-up:
Sign-up for this walk opens 5 days before the event. If you sign up and can no longer make it, please be respectful of others and remove yourself from the event so that others can take your place. We request you do this ***NO LATER THAN 6pm*** the night before the walk.Please note:
Sheffield 20’s and 30’s Walking Group is part of the Ramblers, a registered charity. All of our leaders are volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join us on our walks. New members can come on up to 3 walks before joining the group. After 3 walks, we require you to sign up as a Ramblers member for insurance purposes. More information about the group can be found at https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/16 attendees
Derwent Moors and Ladybower Circular
Location not specified yetWalk Leader: Cynthia
Co-leader: Kezia
Difficulty: Moderate
Start time: 09:30
End time: 15:00
Start and End point (circular walk): Cutthroat bridge car park
Distance (in miles): 10.6
Ascent (in meters): 469
Is your walk dog friendly?: Yes, well-behaved dogs kept on a leadFull description:
With great views of the Ashopton viaduct we will get to see views of Ladybower Reservoir from the top and then walk around it. We will walk through the Ladybower Reservoir Fairholmes Visitor Centre where people can get some ice creams or a quick lunch. People are free to also bring a packed lunch.Public transport or car sharing options:
There is no public transport to the start point. Please arrange car sharing in the Meetup commentsBe prepared:
Please remember to dress appropriately for the time of year, with enough layers, sun protection if required, a waterproof, as well as food and water. Further information on what to bring can be found on our website here: https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/be-prepared
Sign-up:
Sign-up for this walk opens 5 days before the event. If you sign up and can no longer make it, please be respectful of others and remove yourself from the event so that others can take your place. We request you do this ***NO LATER THAN 6pm*** the night before the walk.Please note:
Sheffield 20’s and 30’s Walking Group is part of the Ramblers, a registered charity. All of our leaders are volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join us on our walks, there is no need to contact us in advance, and as long as you have a place on our Meetup booking system you can just show up. Non-members can come on up to 3 walks before joining the group. After 3 walks, we require you to sign up as a Ramblers member for insurance purposes. More information about the group can be found at https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/faqs.3 attendees
Roche Abbey and Firbeck
Maltby Leisure Centre, High Street, Maltby, Rotherham S66 8JE, GBWalk Leader: John
Co-leader: Gergely
Date: 22/11/2025
Difficulty: Moderate
Start time: 10.00
End time: 16.30
Start and end point: Maltby - next to the mine memorial next to the library
Start point - What 3 Words: ///logs.holidays.venturing
Distance (in miles): 13
Ascent (in meters): 330
Is your walk dog friendly?: Yes, well-behaved dogs kept on a lead
Full description:
Starting from Maltby we soon enter the countryside and follow a path to Roche Abbey, a highlight of the walk. We then follow a circular route around several charming villages in the area - Laughton en le Morthen, Letwell, Firbeck and Stone. These are mostly paths across farmland with some on tracks and through woods. We will hopefully have time to stop for a drink at the pub in Firbeck.
We eventually arrive back at Roche Abbey to see this historic site from a different angle before retracing our steps back to Maltby.Please be aware this walk will be fairly fast paced to ensure we get back before dark! However, the terrain is relatively gentle.
If pace means we will be late back, there are options that will make the walk slightly shorter. A head touch is recommended incase we do not finish the walk before it gets dark.
Public transport or car sharing options:
Public transport - bus X11 departs Sheffield interchange at 09.00, arriving at Maltby around 09.50. Alight at High Street / Braithwell Road which is adjacent to the meeting point. There are regular buses back to Sheffield.If driving, there is in street parking and car parks nearby but please check for restrictions. An alternative would be to use the free car park at Roche Abbey which would mean the walk is shorter. Please let the walk leader know in advance if you prefer to do this.
Be prepared:
Please remember to dress appropriately for the time of year, with enough layers, sun protection if required, a waterproof, and food and water. Further information on what to bring can be found on our website here: https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/be-preparedSign-up:
Sign-up for this walk opens 5 days before the event. If you sign up and can no longer make it, please be respectful of others and remove yourself from the event so that others can take your place. We request you do this ***NO LATER THAN 6pm*** the night before the walk.Please note:
Sheffield 20’s and 30’s Walking Group is part of the Ramblers, a registered charity. All of our leaders are volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join us on our walks. New members can come on up to 3 walks before joining the group. After 3 walks, we require you to sign up as a Ramblers member for insurance purposes. More information about the group can be found at https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/.7 attendees
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