Walks – January 2026

Prospective new members are welcome on our walks , but we ask that you contact us beforehand and take a look at our frequently asked questions page.

Winter walks may be cancelled due to bad weather – snow, ice, heavy rain, fog etc. In the event of such weather, please look out for updates both here and on WhatsApp, or contact the walk leader before setting out.

Sunday 4th January: Strelley Hall – Cossall – Oldmoor Wood

7.5 miles – Start from the northern end of Strelley Hall car park at 10:30am (opposite end from the café) – Park in the car park, or on the road if busy – SK 505 423 – NG8 6PE – ///salads.worry.basket – Bring a packed lunch – Walk leaders Jean R. and Mave.

Sunday 11th January: Calver – Coombes dale – Eyam

9 miles – Start at 10am outside Café 19 @ White’s at Calver Crossroads, Calver Sough – Note early start time to catch the daylight – Grid ref. SK 239 748 – Post code S32 3XH – W3W: ///foster.undercuts.beyond – Park on Sough Lane near the now closed Derwentwater Arms pub – Café stop in Eyam at lunchtime, but bring a packed lunch as it could be busy – Walk leader Jean R.

Sunday 18th January: Calton – Throwley Hall – Beeston Tor – Wetton – Manifold Trail – Old Soles Wood

About 9.5 miles and just over 1400 feet ascent/descent, including one fairly sharp ascent after Beeston Tor – Start at 10:15am from outside St Mary’s Memorial Hall in Calton, west of Ashbourne – Post code ST10 3JX – Grid ref. SK 103 501 – W3W: ///draw.caring.cringes – Parking is available at the Memorial Hall unless a “Function Today No Parking” board is displayed – Alternatively, park considerately on the road – Lunch either at the Royal Oak pub or tea shop in Wetton – Benches available outside nearby if you prefer your own food – Some excellent views if weather is good – Walk leader Richard.

Tuesday 20th January: TBA (Footloose Extra)

Walk leader required.

Sunday 25th January:  TBA

Details shortly – Walk leader Mary.