Hathersage to Bamford

Leader: Catherine
Date: Sunday 25 August
Difficulty: Strenuous
Start time: 10:35am
Start point: Hathersage info board (benches next to public toilets)
End point (if not circular): The Anglers Rest, Bamford
Distance (in miles): 9
Ascent (in meters): 410
Dog friendly?: No

Full description:
A linear walk taking in North Lees, Stanage Edge and Bamford Edge – expect rolling countryside, spectacular views, two steepish climbs up to the edges and plenty of heather!

The route shouldn't be (too) muddy at this time of year, but proper walking boots (not trainers!) are a must as you will need proper grip on the ascent and descent. It can also get quite windy up on the edges, so please bring a jacket or fleece even if the weather is sunny.
Pub/café stop to finish (The Anglers Rest is both)

Public transport or car sharing options:
Out
Bus: 272 dep. Sheffield Interchange 09:51, arr. Hathersage 10:31. Train: dep. Sheffield 10:17, arr. Hathersage 10:34

Return
Bus: 272 dep. Bamford bus turnaround 15:35/16:36/17:32 or 257 dep. Bamford Institute 15:15/16:30/17:15. Please allow at least 15 mins to walk to the turnaround from the pub! Train: 15:40/16:40/17:39

Be prepared:
Please remember to dress appropriately for the time of year. A waterproof is always advised, as well as plenty of food and water. Please bring sun protection if required (sun hat, sunglasses, sun cream etc). 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. 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/.