All interested walkers, please note:
Whilst every care will be taken by our experienced leaders, anyone joining the walk must be responsible for their own safety. Anyone without adequate footwear or clothing will be asked not to join the walk as this could put the safety of others at risk especially during winter months. Walk leaders also reserve the right to alter or curtail the walk in the event of poor or difficult weather conditions. Finally; a big thank you to all the walk leaders who give of their time voluntarily.
We use the system below to categorise our walks and to give you an idea of what to expect. If you are unsure if a walk would be suitable for you please contact the walk leader.
EASY
These walks are for anyone who does not have a mobility difficulty. Walks are on clear maintained paths & any river crossings are on bridges. Walking is mostly on the flat, there are gates rather than stiles. Comfortable shoes or trainers can usually be worn but if bad weather or winter boots may be more appropriate.
Distance: 3-5miles
EASY-MODERATE
If you have a bit of experience walking in the countryside and a reasonable level of fitness these walks will be suitable for you. They may include unsurfaced rural paths, open countryside and some stiles. May include some small hills. We recommend you bring walking boots and warm & waterproof clothing suitable for the season.
Distance: 5-8miles
MODERATE
These walks may be in open countryside and include some steep paths, stiles, or small crossings without bridges. Walks may be at a brisker pace so you will need a decent level of fitness and some experience of walking in the countryside. Walking boots and warm & waterproof clothing essential.
Distance: 7-9miles
MODERATE-STRENUOUS
These walks may be in open countryside with hills & steep paths, stiles or small crossings and some rough terrain. They will be at a brisk pace so are recommended only for experienced walkers with good levels of fitness. Walking boots (or trail shoes) and warm & waterproof clothing appropriate for the season are essential.
Distance: 8-10miles
STRENUOUS
As above but may be longer walks at a faster pace, or significant ascent or large sections of walk may be over pathless terrain.
Distance: Between: 8-12+miles
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