Leisurely

On a chilly frosty morning, 21 members of the, including 3 new; Sandra, Stephen and Shirley, set off across the fields to Wath Wood. Onto Wath and the Mausoleum of the Payne family, where refreshments were taken. Everyone in good spirits, continued across more fields up to Hoober Lane, a steady climb, with views to Brampton Bier Low, Wombwell and Barnsley, some lovely pictures were taken.

A brilliant sunny start to the day for 24 walkers and 3 dogs as we headed out towards Woodall village across open farmland.  Most people know Woodall services on the M1 but Woodall village is a very quiet place in contrast.  Heading off across the fields towards Harthill we met some very curious horses before some glorious long horned cows with the cuddliest calves you've ever seen.  Everyone avoided the electric fence, unlike me when I pre walked the route, in my defence I'm not as bright as I look !

19 intrepid souls met under clear skies at a very cold and suitably wintery New York stadium in Rotherham town centre. A low flying heron was a sign of a good walk to come as we set off along the canal from Rotherham to the Sheffield canal basin with the path being firm and generally mud free. The weather was crisp and paradoxically sunny and made all the more enjoyable for the lucky few walkers who caught a glimpse of a rather fine Kingfisher as we approached the impressive Tinsley flight where we took a well deserved coffee break.

All 21 of us (and 2 dogs) set off in glorious sunshine from The Bells public house in Silkstone village. The route took us on a 5 1/2 mile circuit, along a disused railway, across fields and through woods. Up hill and down dale and across many stiles along the way. Everybody got back safely and refreshments were taken in the Bells.  Everybody enjoyed the uphill sections particularly

Under leaden Aston skies, 22 intrepid members assembled to walk the walk. Framed by the dramatic backdrop of the M1 we meandered through the majestic windmills of Penny Hill Farm before finally arriving, with much fanfare from three startled yet inquisitive horses, onto Hardwick lane. Horses having been duly 'aaaahed' and stroked, we took refreshments at the unnamed and idyllic fishing pond at the end of the lane. We successfully retraced our steps arriving back 6 miles later at Burgoyne Park. Replenishment was secured at the Robin Hood Inn. Thanks to John B. for back-marking

26 of us gathered near the Boundary Mills car park in Catcliffe on a fine autumn morning. We then took a rather surprisingly interesting walk down the wooded path alongside the Sheffield Parkway passing by the McLaren unit. We then paused  to take photographs of the Parkway Man aka Iron Henry which is a 3-tonne cast iron statue of steelworker wielding a sledgehammer which was placed in Bowden Housteads Woods in 2001 as part of the Sheffield City Council 'Fuelling The Revolution' project.

26 walkers set of from the church of all saints in Laughton en le Morthen down to the picturesque village of Brookhouse , followed the path to Slade Hooten , down the fields to follow Maltby brook to the ancient wood down to Roche abbey for coffee and bananas, back through the woodland up to the ridge walk with views back to the surrounding area, onto the start of the walk, food and beverages taken at the rising deer in Brampton, and a good time was had by all. Thanks everyone for joining me today. A warm welcome to our newest member Roy.

Thank you for all those attended the walk on Thursday, October 17th. 18 of us set off from the "Cavalier" in Ravenfield walking the mile along Braithwell Road before turning off onto the lane which runs adjacent to the M18. We then passed Conisbrough Grange Farm before heading to towards Firsby Reservoir where we took our break having negotiated a quite slippery few metres. From there we passed St James church before heading back to Ravenfield via the old village.

21 of us assembled in the car park of the Grazing Harts in Micklebring for a 6 mile circular to Firsby. The weather was cool but sunny giving excellent walking conditions. All was fine on last Saturday's pre- walk but we soon encountered a recently ploughed footpath which looked quite claggy after yesterday's rain. We tried to avoid it by walking round the edge of the field but this was no better and added an unnecessary half mile. Elevenses were taken at Firsby reservoir. There was another ploughed footpath on the return .

For todays walk, 26 of us set off from the Alma pub at Mosborough. Down the fields towards Ford bottom where we stopped for a brief breakfast break! We followed the stream along Eckington woods, passing the seldom seen engine house, and after that, a quick visit to Eckington Church before ending with an uphill 'slope' (Gashouse lane). Well-earned refreshments were taken at the Alma and we were rewarded with a little cake for the uphill 'slope'. Thank you to my back markers Lisa and Kath!