A Walk at Arnside 2014

Walk Leader: Peter Hitchcock
Distance: 10 Miles
Total Ascent/descent: 1500ft

 

Hello again, and a warm welcome to the first ‘A’ Group walk of the new season.  Today’s linear walk has beauty, variation, interest and surprisingly little in the way of vertical exercise—although watch for the sting in the tail, after all it is an ‘A’ walk!  At 10 miles, though, it is horizontally challenging!   It will be muddy (not boggy) in parts.

We start at the picturesque village of Yealand Conyers, close to Leighton Hall—a Grade II listed building—and travel westwards along the foot of Warton Crag until we reach the coast.   On this section, we shall see the 1st of 2 lime-kiln remains: Peter Hill, a field kiln and Jack Scout, a coastal kiln.  We follow parts of the Lancashire Coastal Way and coastal path to circumnavigate Silverdale and, weather permitting, we shall  

    pause on or near Cove Beach for lunch. 

The going is straightforward but care will be needed if the rocks are wet. Pursuing the coastal path northwards, potentially the sea views  towards Grange-over-Sands and the Lake mountains are fantastic.  You might even see some Alpacas!  For those with a penchant for sea birds, I shall bring my binoculars! 

 

We finally attack Arnside Knott (about 500’amsl) via an easy-ish climb from the WNW.  Beautiful panoramic views await us at the top before a short, relaxing recovery into Arnside for an approx 4pm arrival.

B Walk at Arnside 2014

Walk Leader: Beverley Kelly
Total Distance: 8 miles app
Total Ascent/descent: 1120/1200ft 
Today's walk is a linear walk starting at YealandCondors and finishing at Arnside. Make sure you have everything with you when you leave the coach.

Today’s walk is a nature lovers dream walk, taking in a variety of bird and wild life in an ever changing scene and also giving us panoramic views of both Morecambe Bay and the Kent estuary, although there will be no ‘bore’ today as the tide levels are too low.

We start of from the A6, shortly after leaving the motorway, with a stiff walk up to the village of Yealand Conyers, scene of the early Quaker movement, then across a field to the ‘Summer House’. We soon have a marvellous panorama of Leighton Hall and Moss, the Kent estuary and Grange beyond.

  Downhill now we pass Leighton Hall and farm and head to cross through the reeds of the RSPB reserve at Leighton Moss, home to the Bittern and other endangered species. A delightful stroll through the Trowbank Quarry Nature Reserve is next and then on to Hawes Water, the gem of Silverdale, for our lunch.

Passing Challan Hall we aim for Eaves wood, crossing the railway line where we must take care. Eaves Wood is very pretty affording wonderful views across Silverdale and we shall ascend to the ‘Pepper Pot’ to take in Morecambe Bay at low tide.

Our next attraction is Arnside Tower House built about 1340, passing through a caravan park on the way. Then a quick chat to some cows and circumnavigating Arnside Knott, enjoying the views of Cumbria to reach the pretty bay of Arnside via the coast and promenade.

Well earned refreshments await.

C Walk from Arnside 2014

Walk Leader: Les Gibson
Total Distance: 6 miles
Totals ascent/descent: 630/720 ft 

C walk route, clockwise direction

After our morning ‘refreshments’ we leave Arnside heading uphill to Arnside Knott where we can enjoy some spectacular scenery, we then head down through Arnside wood and head for Arnside Tower. 

After lunch we trek around the headland back to Arnside, this stretch includes cliff top paths, beach walks and views across the estuary. 

This walk is just under 6 miles, has one stile, and a number of kissing gates, during the climb up to Arnside Knott we will be making lots of stops to enjoy the ever changing views.

Holy Trinity Fell Walking Club               Walks 2014

March 8th	Arnside	a	Peter Hitchcock
		b	Beverley Kelly
		c	Les Gibson
April 12th	Conwy	a	Garth Raybould
		b	Gwyn Jones
		c	John Smith
May 10th	Bakewell	a	Jenny Matthias
		b	John Adamson
		c	Marion Young
June14th	Hawkshead	a	Tony McDonald
		b	Beverley Kelly
		c	Terry Simmons
July 12th	Keswick	a	Garth Raybould
		b	John Wilson
		c	Marion Young
August 9th	Llangollen	a	Stuart Smith
		b	Gwyn Jones
		c	John Smith
September 13th	Glenridding	a	Steve  Edwards
		b	John Adamson
		c	Joan & Shirley
October 11th	Ambleside	a	Peter Hitchcock
		b	Jenny Matthias
		c	Les Gibson
November 8th	Burwardsley	a	Stuart Smith
		b	Claire McNabb
		c	Shirley & Joan
January 10th 2015	Ings	a
		b
		c

Festive Walk from Ings

Our next walk will be from 

The Watermill Inn

 INGS, Cumbria

The Watermill is situated in the quiet village of Ings which is 2 miles East of Windermere in the Lake District. We are positioned along a peaceful side road just off the A591 (Kendal to Windermere road). We are in the ideal location for touring the Lake District by car, bicycle, foot  or public transport. We are surrounded by pleasant walks, cycle ways and of course the beautiful Lakeland fells. Ambleside, Grasmere, Keswick and Hawkshead are within easy reach.  After a day out in the fabulous Lakes relax in one of our cosy bars, sample some of our Chef's freshly prepared food and our extensive choice of beers, wines and whiskies.

Saturday 11th January 2014

0800hrs prompt from the short stay car park

School Knott Tarn November 2012

The Village of Ings from Reston Scar

There will be three walks as normal:

•  A Walk led by: Jenny Matthias
•  B Walk led by: John Smith
•  C Walk led by: Shirley and Joan 

For information about vacancies on this popular walk please contact Gwyn Jones

A Walk from Ings 2014

Walk Leader: Jenny Matthias 
Distance: 6+ Miles  
Total Ascent/descent: 700ft

Awaiting Map details

This walk is mainly on hard paths and minor roads.  It can be extended if we have the time and weather to enable that.  

After crossing the main road we will make our way into Staveley, where there are toilets. Then we will head south under the railway, which runs from Oxenholme to Windermere. Joining the Dales Way we have an undulating road, which will afford good views on a clear day.  Leaving the Dales way we continue on the road towards Borwick Fold before turning onto a gated track, which is downhill, once more under the railway back into Ings.

 

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