HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME
February 2016
All members and non-members are welcome to walk with any group.
Tuesday 2 February
MORNING WALK
10:00. Leisurely or moderate, 4 to 5 miles.
For details contact Sally 01989 565687 or Trisha 01989 769050
ROSS
Thursday 4 February
MORNING “WALK and TALK”
AYLESTONE PARK AND HOLMER
(See Special Events pages for details.)
10.30. Park at the Point4 (Part of RNC) in Venn’s Lane, Hereford. Map:
EXP189/SO 518412. The walk starts from the Reception near the car park, and goes
down through the Park and up to Holmer returning through the fields and Old School
Lane. It is fully inclusive to all, including Ramblers, Walking for Health, carers etc.
Some grassy paths and muddy sections. Optional refreshments at end of walk.
Leisurely 4 miles.
Arthur 01432 264374
and Mary 01432 357766
HEREFORD
Thursday 4 February
ROSS GROUP COFFEE & CHAT
10:30. Please join us for coffee & a chat at the Chase Hotel, Gloucester Road, Ross
HR9 5LH. Everyone welcome.
Heather 07919 606856 or 01432 350341
ROSS
Saturday 6 February
HEREFORDSHIRE TRAIL:KENTCHURCH TO EWYAS
HAROLD
10.00 Meet in Ewyas Harold near the Temple Bar OL13/SO 388286. We meander
along paths and lanes and follow the River Monnow before picking up the
Herefordshire Trail at Kentchurch.
7 miles. Moderate. BPL.
Tom 01886 821544
LEADON VALE
Saturday 6 February
GOLDEN VALLEY
10.00. (WRCP 09.15). OL13/SO 344385. Park in car park opposite Peterchurch
Church (please park tightly to leave room for others). Climb up to Blakemere Hill
Wood where there are excellent views, then across Vowchurch Common and back
past the two churches of Vowchurch and Turnastone. A 7-mile moderate walk.
BPL.
Annie 01432 359450 or 07909 584160
ROSS
Monday 8 February
COFFEE MORNING IN HEREFORD
10.00. Meet up for a chat at “Cookies” cafe behind Boots in Hereford. Everyone is
welcome, so come along for a friendly get together and exchange of ideas.
Enquiries 01432 351493
HEREFORD
Every Tuesday morning, a group of Ramblers meets at Cookies for a chat, so if
you are in town on Tuesdays or prefer Tuesday to Monday, do go along and meet
up. This is an informal arrangement so there is no contact number.
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HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME
February 2016
All members and non-members are welcome to walk with any group.
Tuesday 9 February
MORNING WALK
10:00. Leisurely or moderate, 4 to 5 miles.
For details contact Sally 01989 565687 or Trisha 01989 769050
ROSS
Saturday 13 February
MADRESFIELD AND CALLOW END
10.00. Meet at EXP190/SO 803477. Park in lane, by grassy triangle on right of road
by Estate Office. A circular walk on paths and lanes. 6 miles. Moderate. BPL.
Registered Assistance Dogs only.
Jan 01531 634527
LEADON VALE
Saturday 13 February
CLEAR MOUNTAIN AIR
10.00. Park at St Michael’s Church, Lingen. (Parking restricted so please share
cars if possible.) EXP201/SO 364672. Over Harley’s Mountain, across the Lime
Brook valley and back by Down’s Wood. A walk with lovely views, steady ups and
downs and one steep descent. Moderate 8.miles. BPL. Registered Assistance
Dogs only.
Margaret 01905 426402 and Eileen 01432 830569
MORTIMER
Sunday 14 February
HAY HO! BUS WALK – CLEHONGER TO
MADLEY
10.00. Catch the 10.15 Hay Ho! 39A bus from Hereford Railway Station,
EXP189/SO 515405 (also calls at Country Bus Station, Broad Street and stops on
Belmont Road). Alight with leader near Clehonger. Walk through lanes and through
pastures via Eaton Bishop to Madley. Return on the 15.26 bus arriving back in
Hereford at 16.00. 6.5 miles moderate. BPL. Registered assistance dogs only.
John A. W. 01432 355833
HEREFORD
Sunday 14 February
GOODRICH CASTLE TO COPPETT HILL
10.00. Park/start at Goodrich Castle car park (pay and display). OL14/SO 576199.
Moderate 5 -mile walk going over Coppett Hill with superb views on a clear day.
Lunch available at the Inn on the Wye. If required, please log onto the web site
www.thewyeinn.co.uk for menu but NOT before the first week in January. Please let
leader know your choices by 6 February so he can confirm with pub.
Sam 01989 563874
ROSS
Tuesday 16 February
MORNING WALK
10:00. Leisurely or moderate, 4 to 5 miles.
For details contact Sally 01989 565687 or Trisha 01989 769050
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HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME
February 2016
All members and non-members are welcome to walk with any group.
Thursday 18 February MORNING “WALK and TALK” AROUND QUEENSWOOD
(See Special Events pages for details)
10.30. Park at the Point4 (Part of RNC) in Venn’s Lane, Hereford. Map:
EXP189/SO 518412. Meet at the Reception near the car park and share cars to
Queenswood, for a short wintery walk in the woods before returning back by about
13.00. It is fully inclusive to all, including Ramblers, Walking for Health, carers etc.
Most paths are maintained but there will be some muddy sections. Optional
refreshments at end of walk. Leisurely 2.5 miles
Arthur 01432 264374
and Mary 01432 357766
HEREFORD
Saturday 20 February
CREDENHILL TO WEOBLEY LINEAR WALK
09.40. Early start from Credenhill Wood car park EXP202/SO 455440 or catch 461
bus from Hereford station approach at 09.00 (Country Bus Station 09.05, Maylords
09.07) to Credenhill Tree 09.25 (then 5 minute walk up Tillington Rd to start). Walk
through Tillington, over Badnage wood, past the Pyons to teashop in Weobley (if
desired). Return on 15.15 bus to Credenhill or Hereford. BPL. 9 miles moderate.
John A. W. 01432 355833
HEREFORD
Saturday 20 February
SKENFRITH WINTER WANDER
10:00. (WRCP 09:25). EXP189/SO 458202. Park/start in lay-by near the bridge at
Skenfrith village. We start this scenic walk by going through Skenfrith village, then
climb to woods (which can be very muddy!) and continue onto Box Farm. Our return
is via Blackbrook Mill and a disused quarry. 6 miles moderate. BPL.
Di 01989 730697
ROSS
Sunday 21 February
FROME VALLEY
10.00. Meet at Bishops Frome village car park, EXP202/SO 663484, for an
undulating walk up the Frome valley and back via Upper Venn Farm and Acton
Beauchamp church. Lovely views on a good day. Can be shortened if weather is
inclement. 7 miles. Moderate. BPL.
Janet 01531640640
LEADON VALE
Tuesday 23 February
MORNING WALK
10:00. Leisurely or moderate, 4 to 5 miles.
For details contact Sally 01989 565687 or Trisha 01989 769050
ROSS
Tuesday 23 February “SUPPER CLUB” AT THE COURTYARD THEATRE,
EDGAR STREET, HEREFORD
(see Special Events page for more details)
All members are invited to join us on the mezzanine floor where we have a table
booked - meeting at 18.30 to eat at 19.00. Pre-order the delicious cold buffet
@£8.95 – alternatively, choose from the main menu online if you wish for a smaller
or larger meal www.courtyard.org.uk or just join us for a drink. Puddings available
on the night! It is essential for everyone to book (regulars and newcomers) by
Monday 15 February (01432 351493) and pay cash or cheque (not cards) to
Paula on arrival if you wish to eat.
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HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME
February 2016
All members and non-members are welcome to walk with any group.
Wednesday 24 February TEASHOP WALK FROM BROCKINGTON GOLF
CLUB, BODENHAM (See Special Events pages for details)
10.00. Park at Golf Club signed off A417, just NE of the village near England’s Gate.
Unusual walk through Whitechurch Maund, Upper Holbatch and Venn’s Green.
BPL. On return, everyone is expected to buy tea and cake Sorry, only assistance
dogs allowed in café. Moderate. 7.5 miles.
Lynne 01432 271769 and Mary H 01432 357766.
HEREFORD
Saturday 27 February
STAUNTON AND CORSE, GLOUCESTERSHIRE
10.00. (WRCP 09.15). Landranger 150/SO 791290. Start/park former Prince of
Wales public house at Corse on A417. Beautiful undulating countryside. One short,
steep climb and several difficult stiles. 8.5-mile moderate walk. BPL.
Mary R 01989 565888 and Jane Wright 01989 770207
ROSS
Saturday 27 February
STORRIDGE, LONGLEY GREEN AND CRADLEY
10.00. Meet in lay-by on A4103 Hereford to Worcester Road at Storridge, opposite
the turning to Malvern (on your left when going towards Worcester) EXP190/SO
752487 for a varied and undulating walk with lovely views taking in Longley Green
and Cradley. 8 miles. Moderate. BPL. Registered Assistance Dogs only.
Kay 01684 575558
LEADON VALE
PLEASE READ THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
General: As a group member it is your responsibility to follow the leader’s
instructions for the benefit of the group as a whole. If you should leave the walk
early, please notify the leader. Please do not walk in front of the leader. Keep in
single file on all roads. Accidents or incidents that occur during the course of the
walk, should be reported to the leader immediately. Persons under 18 must be
accompanied by a responsible adult.
Insurance: All sporting and leisure activities have inherent hazards associated with
them and rambling is no exception. In spite of the safety of members always being
the paramount concern, accidents will occasionally occur. It is important, therefore,
that when entering into the activity, each member appreciates that they have a
responsibility to identify the hazards associated with the activity and take all
reasonable steps to eliminate or minimise the potential for an accident to arise.
Guidance on grades:
Easy Access; Walks for everyone, including people with conventional wheelchairs
and pushchairs, using easy access paths. Comfortable shoes or trainers can be
worn. Assistance may be needed to push wheelchairs on some sections.
Easy: Walks for anyone who does not have a mobility difficulty or a specific health
problem or is seriously unfit. Suitable for pushchairs if they can be lifted over
occasional obstructions. Comfortable shoes or trainers can be worn.
Leisurely: Walks for reasonably fit people with at least a little country walking
experience. May include un-surfaced rural paths. Walking boots and warm,
waterproof clothing recommended.
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HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME
February 2016
All members and non-members are welcome to walk with any group.
Moderate: Walks for people with country walking experience and a good level of
fitness. May include some steep paths and open country. Walking boots and warm,
waterproof clothing essential.
Strenuous: Walks for experienced country walkers with above average fitness level.
May include hills and rough country. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing
essential.
Transport/Car Parking: Think green, try and car share. If you require a lift, contact
the walk leader who may be able to organise a lift for you. Don’t leave valuables in
your car in full view of thieves, and remember to lock your car. Protect against theft
or vandalism.
The pick-up point for Ross Group – WRCP = Wilton Road Car Park.
The pick-up point for Leadon Vale Group – BSCP = Bridge Street Car Park.
Colwall Station is to become an alternative car pick-up or car-share point for Leadon
Vale. Exp 190 SO756425 Car Parking is free and it is served by a regular train
service.
Notes:
For a full days walk bring a packed lunch = BPL - and plenty to drink.
For a half days walk bring a mid-morning refreshment = BMMR
Dogs: Can be taken on walks only with advance permission of the leader, but are
generally welcome
Remember: If in doubt contact the walk leader before going, or check on the web
site at www.herefordshireramblers.org.uk
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