This gallery is split over several pages. Each page displays pictures from a particular year or years as taken by members whilst on some of the shorter walks, including SWANS. The most recent are at the top of the page. The links below can be used to select the relevant year.
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2014
Strollers - December's WalkWe finished off 2014 with a 4 mile stroll from Packington to Normanton le Heath, which 10 of us took part in. The first part of the route was along a narrow country road which took us past Hill Farm where we had a good view of the herd of bison. They did seem to be all smallish specimens and not as intimidating as they could have been! There were also quite a lot of deer in the fields, which also belong to the farm. We then continued on a mucky bridleway, and turned off into the new Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Wood. The planting we passed seemed very new and will be a fantastic woodland in a few years time. We then entered the village of Normanton le Heath, and just near to the church turned off to descend the hill and cross fields on our return to Packington. Mouths were watering as we anticipated the lovely pies which we had ordered from the pub. Lunch was served to us very promptly on arrival, and was thoroughly enjoyed by all. A lovely way to round off the year. Here's to many more great walks in 2015 and very sociable lunches to follow! |
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5 Milers - December's WalkThe 5Milers walk on 2nd December was round Bradgate Park and Cropston Reservoir led by Steve and Evelyn, followed by a Christmas lunch at the Grey Lady Kitchen and Deli in Newtown Linford. |
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5 Milers - November's WalkOn Tuesday 4th November members of the 5 Milers Walking Group, led
by Pete, set off from The Hare and Hounds (aka Mary’s House) in The
City of Three Waters, Whitwick. Pete described the circular walk as
including: “open fields, a few short stretches of village streets, old
railway tracks and some woodland”. |
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5 Milers - October's WalkTen members of the 5-Milers Walking Group met in Melbourne for their October walk to be led by Rose. The circular route led us to unfamiliar territory. We walked from Melbourne to King's Newton and then along an old track towards Swarkestone Bridge. Rose explained that, in medieval times, this was an important route to the bridge. Once at the causeway to Swarkestone Bridge, we crossed towards Stanton by Bridge where we paused for our banana break. Refreshed, we continued through the village and onto field paths with pleasant views over the countryside. As we approached the outskirts of Melbourne, the weather deteriorated and we completed the walk in light rain. Since we were all wearing our all-weather gear, this did nothing to detract from what had been an interesting and pleasant walk with lots of friendly conversations along the way. Most of the group stayed on for lunch in Melbourne. |
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5 Milers - September's WalkSummer returned for the September meeting of the 5- Milers Walking Group which took place in glorious weather. Fifteen members met in Swepstone to follow a circular route via Normanton le Heath led by Bill. It was a delightful walk across fields, along quiet tracks and lanes and with marvellous views of our countryside throughout. Afterwards, most of the group stayed on for lunch at the Queen's Head in Heather. |
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Strollers - August's Walk4 Miles from Shackerstone led by Steve and Evelyn |
Strollers' preparation by Steve Under the Shackertsone line Waiting for a bus, or a train? Through the farm from where fresh veg was bought Having a break in Carlton The lengths some will go to for a bit of Wilko shopping! |
5 Milers - August's WalkThe August Meeting of the 5 Milers Walking Group was from Oakthorpe, led by Elaine and Martin. |
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Strollers - July's Walk4 Miles from Melbourne led by Ann |
War Memorial and Melbourne Church At the Wash Pit in Melbourne The 8 Strollers Capturing a Bracket Fungus Leaving the Cloud Trail for Wilson A distant view of Melbourne Near the Pool - not inviting enough for a dip!! A view of Melbourne Church across the Pool |
5 milers - July's WalkThe July Meeting of the 5 Milers Walking Group took place on a warm
and sunny day. Thirteen members met in Heather at The Queen's Head to
be led by Roger on a circular walk of five miles. |
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Strollers - June's Walk4 Miles from Newton Burgoland led by Ann |
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5 Milers - June's WalkTwelve members of the 5- Milers Walking Group met in Ticknall on 3rd
June to be led on our circular walk by Derek. In spite of the overcast
sky, it was good walking weather. |
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5 Milers - May's WalkOn a sunny morning, May 6th, 18 walkers set off from the Plough in Ratby for a tour of Ratby Burroughs led by Pete. We were truly delighted; with the weather, the local information given by our leader, the lovely area and the bluebells of course! They were absolutely at their best, we couldn't have picked a better day. Carpets of blue everywhere you looked and the intoxicating scent was just wonderful. A walk that belied our name, as we only did three and a half miles, but what does the odd mile and a half matter between friends? After our walk we repaired to the pub for a very promptly served, reasonably priced and tasty lunch. |
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SWANS - April's WalkOn a lovely sunny afternoon in April, Carol led 9 Swans around the woods and along the old railway track in Grace Dieu woods. Carole, as ever, amazed us with her extensive knowledge of all the wild flowers. Refreshments were enjoyed in the garden of the Bull's Head after the walk. |
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5 milers - April's Walk
A circular walk from Shepshed to Loughborough was chosen for the April meeting of the 5 Milers Walking Group. Twenty-one members met at The Pied Bull in Shepshed on Tuesday 1st April to be led by Sue. |
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The First Strollers Walk - March Strollers has launched! On Wednesday 19th March, 8 members of the
new Strollers group met up in Measham. You may be confused by the first
photo which shows 9 members! Well, Jenny was just acting as chauffeur
on that day, but hopes to join our walks in the future. |
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5 Milers - March's WalkSixteen members met at the Charnwood Arms on Tuesday 4th March for the monthly circular walk. Denis and Jenny had planned the route and had taken the trouble to provide members with a handout listing “Points of Interest”, which was greatly appreciated. The walk in the Battleflat – Bardon area was very enjoyable and the weather conditions ideal, as the photographs show. Owen’s local knowledge was another bonus since few of the group had knowledge of all the places we visited. After the walk, most stayed on for lunch at the Charnwood Arms. |
Over the stiles and across the fields
from The Charnwood Arms..... ....to the old railway track....
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February's WalkOn Thursday 27th February we had a lovely afternoon for our Swans walk in Bradgate Park. Twenty one members met in the car park and were led through the park by Jean and Carol. On our way we passed ducks and swans (real ones) looking at us eagerly hoping to be fed. We had to disappoint them and move on. When we reached the tea house in the park, no we didn't stop, but turned left towards Old John. No one wanted to brave it to the top (Swans don't do that sort of thing!) so we returned via the lower stretches of grassland. At the turning point there was a sharp downpour with the rain coming directly in our faces. However, it stopped as soon as it had started and the sun was out again! There was a brief detour for some of the group to take a look at the archeological dig being done by Leicester University, and then all back to the new tearoom near the entrance to the park with a good view of the snowdrops growing along the edges of the car park. The tearoom had a lovely selection of cakes which some of us indulged in, and the lemon sponge is highly recommended! |
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February's Walk
On Tuesday 4th February, seventeen members of The 5 Milers Group met in
Appleby Magna for a circular walk to be led by Pearl. The weather was
perfect for walking: dry and sunny.
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Pausing to view..... ....Sir John Moore School & Foundation Water, water, everywhere..... ....everywhere.... ....everywhere.... ....and a dryish spot for a break |
January's WalkTwelve members joined the first Short Walk of 2014 in lovely winter sunshine. We met at “The Staff of Life” in Ticknall for a five-mile circular walk led by Ann. The walk included sections of the newly developed gravel paths over the old tramway in Calke Park, in addition to meadows and a climb on Pistern Hill. The views over open countryside were delightful. Most of the group stayed on to enjoy lunch and more companionship at the pub. |
The happy group Steady through the woods Usual banana break Admiring the view.... ....and onwards Time for play No room in the trunk |
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