HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME March 2015

HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME
March 2015
All members and non-members are welcome to walk with any group.
Sunday 1 March
CLEHONGER TO HEREFORD
(AFTERNOON BUS WALK)
13.00. Catch the 13.10 Hay Ho! bus from Hereford Railway Station (also calls at Country
Bus Station, Broad Street and all stops on Belmont Road). Alight at Clehonger for a walk
through orchards and on the Marches Way into Hereford. Moderate. Approx. 5 miles. Bring
snack.
Back into Hereford for about 16.30. Registered assistance dogs only.
Les 01584 877588
HEREFORD
Sunday 1 March
LOWER SLOPES OF SUGARLOAF
10.00 (WRCP 09.05). Meet at the Bus Station Car Park, Abergavenny (free on Sundays),
OL13/SO 301140 (by the Swan Hotel, NP7 5ER). A 7.5 mile, energetic walk with two steep
ascents taken slowly. Walking through the streets of Abergavenny to meet up with the track
to the lower slopes of the Sugar Loaf. Climb to the top if weather and time allow. Walking
back down via St Mary’s Vale to the car park. Good views on a fine day. BPL.
Sandra 07766837125
ROSS
Tuesday 3 March
MORNING WALK
10.00. Leisurely or moderate, 4 to 5 miles.
For details contact Thelma 01989 563874 or Sally 01989 565687
ROSS
THURSDAY MORNING “WALK and TALK”
(see Special Events pages for details.)
10.30. One of a variety of walks, starting from the Reception near the car park at the Point4
(Part of RNC) in Venn’s Lane, Hereford. EXP189/ SO 518412. It is fully inclusive to ALL,
including ramblers, Walking for Health participants, Carers etc. 3 to 5 mile leisurely walks on
field-paths and lanes – may have a few stiles, some small inclines and some muddy
sections. Optional refreshments at end of walk.
Arthur 01432 264374
HEREFORD
Thursday 5 March
Thursday 5 March
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 7 March
EWYAS HAROLD COMMON – MORNING WALK
10.00. Park in Ewyas Harold and meet in the village main street. OL13/SO 387286. (take
B4347 north west off A465 and after a while turn left into village.). 5 miles moderate walk
with several ups and downs. Choice of pubs and fish and chip shop for lunch, if desired,
after walk. BMMR.
Mary W 01432 27343
HEREFORD
Saturday 7 March
BROMYARD FOOD FESTIVAL
10.00. Meet at the Conquest Theatre Car park on the Bromyard to Tenbury Road.
EXP202/SO 653548. Enjoy a walk to Bromyard Downs returning via Black Venn, then
devour the nationally acclaimed food of Bromyard. 5 miles, easy,with one climb. BMMR.
Tom 01886 821544
LEADON VALE
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HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME
March 2015
All members and non-members are welcome to walk with any group.
Saturday 7 March
WALK IN THE WYE VALLEY
10.00 (WRCP 09.25). Park in the second car park in Lower Redbrook travelling from
Monmouth, OL14/SO 537098. This 7.5 mile moderate walk follows the Wye Valley Walk
from Redbrook to Bigsweir and returns via woodland and field paths on Offa’s Dyke. BPL.
Di 01989 730697
ROSS
Monday 9 March
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
Tuesday 10 March
MORNING WALK
10.00. Leisurely or moderate, 4 to 5 miles.
For details contact Thelma 01989 563874 or Sally 01989 565687
ROSS
Tuesday 10 March
TEA SHOP WALK FROM KINGTON
(See Special Events page)
10.15. Meet at Mill Street Bus station/car park (small fee) in Kington Town Centre.
EXP201/SO 295565. Bus no.461 from Hereford Railway Station 09.00, Country Bus Station,
Maylord Orchards, Whitecross etc arrives 10.05. Bus home 16.45. Celebrate the return of
Spring by following the Herefordshire Trail to Titley, returning via Rushock and Barton to the
Border Bean for cakes and tea. Everyone is expected to buy cake and tea after the walk.
Moderate 8 miles with some steep sections and mud! BPL.
Lynne 01432 271769 and Mary 01432 357766
HEREFORD
Saturday 14 March
WIGMORE ROLLS
10.00. Park in Adforton CP, opposite church on A4110, EXP 201/203/SO 402710. Walk
around west side of Wigmore Rolls to Brick Kiln Coppice, then back over top (295 ft. climb).
Mostly on forestry tracks. Moderate 6 miles. BPL. Registered Assistance Dogs only.
Alan 01568 720387
MORTIMER
Saturday 14 March
PLUMP HILL AND FLAXLEY
10.00 (WRCP 09.20). Park at the forest entrance, 200 yards up the minor road signposted
“Wilderness” on the north side of Plump Hill on the A4136, about a mile south of
Mitcheldean, OL14/SO 659170. An 8 mile moderate/energetic scenic walk passing several
features of former industry and a healing well along the way. BPL.
Bob 01989 769050 or 07985 044735
ROSS
Sunday 15 March
HAY HO! BUS WALK – HAY AND KILVERT COUNTRY
10.00. Catch no.39A bus at 10.10 from Hereford railway station (Broad street 10.17, Tesco
Belmont 10.23). Alight Hay and walk across the river to Clyro, and up to the Begwns to visit
some of the spots recorded by Rev. Francis Kilvert, returning from Llowes on the Wye valley
walk. Maybe time for tea in Hay before catching 17.20 bus, arrives Hereford at 18.23. 9.5
miles moderate. BPL. Registered assistance dogs only.
Phil 01981 500398 and John A. W. 01432 355833
HEREFORD
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HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME
March 2015
All members and non-members are welcome to walk with any group.
Sunday 15 March
NEWENT TO HAY WOOD
10.00. Meet at Newent Car Park (charge) OL14/SO 721259 for a walk to take in two lakes
and a canal and hopefully some daffodils. 6.5 miles, moderate. BPL.
Jan 01531 634527
LEADON VALE
Tuesday 17 March
MORNING WALK
10.00. Leisurely or moderate, 4 to 5 miles.
For details contact Thelma 01989 563874 or Sally 01989 565687
ROSS
THURSDAY MORNING “WALK and TALK”
(see Special Events pages for details.)
10.30 One of a variety of walks, starting from the Reception near the car park at the Point4
(Part of RNC) in Venn’s Lane, Hereford. EXP189/ SO 518412. It is fully inclusive to ALL,
including ramblers, Walking for Health participants, carers etc. 3 to 5 mile leisurely walks on
field-paths and lanes – may have a few stiles, some small inclines and some muddy
sections. Optional refreshments at end of walk.
Arthur 01432 264374
HEREFORD
Thursday 19 March
Saturday 21 March HEREFORDSHIRE TRAIL - MARCLE RIDGE TO CHAPEL FARM
10.00. Meet at small car park on Marcle Ridge, EXP189/SO 630346. Please share cars,
where possible, as parking is limited. Walk the Herefordshire Trail to Chapel Farm and
return via Crossway and Sollers Hope. 8 miles, moderate. BPL.
Tom 01886 821544
LEADON VALE
Saturday 21 March
ROSS TO WESTON-UNDER-PENYARD
10.00. Fernbank Road Car Park, Ross-on-Wye – EXP189/SO 598231. A 9 mile moderate
walk through Penyard Woods to Weston-under-Penyard, Bromsash, Hartleton Lakes and
return to Ross beside the Rudhall Brook. BPL.
Mary Richard 01989 565888
ROSS
Tuesday 24 March
MORNING WALK
10.00. Leisurely or moderate, 4 to 5 miles.
For details contact Thelma 01989 563874 or Sally 01989 565687
ROSS
MONTHLY “SUPPER CLUB” AT THE COURTYARD THEATRE,
EDGAR STREET, HEREFORD
(See special events page for more details.)
All members are invited to join us for the first of our new monthly “Supper Club Evenings”
meeting at 18.30, on the mezzanine floor, to eat at 19.00. 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. It is essential to book ahead by
Monday 16 March (01432 351493) and pay cash or cheque to Paula on arrival if you
wish to eat. Contact 01432 351493 or 357766 if you have any queries.
HEREFORD
Tuesday 24 March
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HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME
March 2015
All members and non-members are welcome to walk with any group.
Friday 27 March
DAWN CHORUS AT HAUGH WOOD
05.30. to approx. 08.00. Park at Haugh Wood. EXP189/SO 593365. Get up early and
enjoy the special atmosphere as the birdlife wakes up as dawn breaks. Marika will help you
to identify a variety of birds as they break into song welcoming the dawn. We will EXPlore
around Haugh Wood and Joanshill Farm, an open area. 4 miles. This is an easy walk but
the main emphasis is to listen quietly to the birds. Plenty of time for a natter over a BBQ
breakfast. Bring a snack if you wish.
Marika 01432 265392
HEREFORD
Saturday 28 March
BROADWAY MELODY
10.00, (08.45 Colwall Stn CP) or park in Broadway village CP, off Leamington Road,
OL45/095373. Starting in this beautiful world-renowned village, always associated with
William Morris, the walk climbs through the Broadway Tower Country Park to the tower with
its far reaching views,then through to Fish Hill. Maybe a rewarding cream tea in Broadway.
5 miles, moderate. BPL.
David 01684 574205
LEADON VALE
Saturday 28 March
CIRCULAR WALK FROM PRESTEIGNE
10.00. Park next to Presteigne Police Station, EXP 201/SO 315644. Circular walk from
Presteigne via Stapleton, River Lugg. Good Views. Moderate 6 miles. BPL. Registered
Assistance Dogs only.
Jean and Joyce 01568 616949
MORTIMER
Saturday 28 March
THE DEVIL AND BACK
10.00 (WRCP 09.15). Park at OL14/SO 558046 and meet at the castle at St Briavels for start
of the walk. This is an energetic 11 mile walk EXPloring the lovely countryside around St
Briavels, taking in some of Offa’s Dyke path and visiting the Devil’s Pulpit for a great view.
Beautiful rolling countryside taken at a moderate pace. BPL.
Denise 01600 716260 and Martin 07855 639710
ROSS
Tuesday 31 March
MORNING WALK
10.00. Leisurely or moderate, 4 to 5 miles.
For details contact Thelma 01989 563874 or Sally 01989 565687
ROSS
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.
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HEREFORDSHIRE AREA WALKS PROGRAMME
March 2015
All members and non-members are welcome to walk with any group.
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.
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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