Looking for some low impact exercise? Do you struggle with how you're feeling? Need someone to just listen and not try to 'fix' things?

Saturday's walk starts from the Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire centre, at the start of the Monsal Trail, just off the A6. With maps at the ready, we will try out our navigational skills heading up to Blackwell village, back down to the Monsal Trail where we will pause at Miller's Dale for a biscuit break. We will head back via the secret stepping stones. Yes, there are two sets at Chee Dale!We will 'learn as we go' looking at map features, description and direction as a group. This is designed to be a fun introduction to navigation. However, if you would rather just enjoy the walk without map-gazing, please feel free to do that 🙂If you have 1:25 OS map of the area, please do bring it along with you. Maps will be provided, but you may have to share.We will break at Miller's Dale for a picnic lunch/snack. Treats will be provided.The Monsal Trail can be accessed from Buxton centre by public transport. Alternatively, a return lift is available from Zink with Gez, walk leader. Spaces are limited, please email Gez directly to reserve a spot: walk@zink.org.uk

Itinerary:

Start 945am at for briefing at Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire, walk to start at 10am.

Finish approx 1300pm.

Details:

This route starts and ends at Blackwell Mill https://maps.app.goo.gl/iYhLi79oSGJjeekV9

The number 65 bus runs from Buxton to this location on a regular basis: https://www.highpeakbuses.com

Distance: approx 4.5 miles/7.3km

Elevation: approx 805ft/250m.

Level of difficulty: Moderate.

Weather: please check forecasts the night before the walk for the most accurate information.

Terrain: The Monsal trail is flat and easy under foot. We will be ascending to Blackwell village which is a moderate climb on rough ground. Plenty of field crossings and rough tracks. On the return leg we will follow the river path which can be boggy/muddy at times. We will also cross a section on stepping stones - this will include slippy wet rock and wet toes are a possibility!

Safety: this walk is led by a qualified Hill and Moorland Leader.

A toilet is available at the Miller's car park, at the half way point of the walk.

Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a short lead for the duration of this walk.

What to bring:

Rucksack

Sturdy boots/shoes

Snacks/any food you may need for the duration of the walk

Water

Waterproofs and warm layers

Small first aid kit with any personal medication if required

If you have any questions, or if you need to cancel your booking, you can contact Gez on 07454 819653 or email walk@zink.org.uk

Description supplied by the event organiser.