Whitwick & District U3A - Strollers
Objective
A short walk of approx 3 to 4 miles taking approximately two hours, being relatively easy although there may be some stiles and gentle slopes. It is hoped that the walks will be led by various members of the group, although there is no pressure to lead a walk if you feel unable to.
You may also be interested in our SWANS or 5 milers groups.
Participants should also complete a personal risk assessment - this does not need to be shared with the Group Leader. For details of meeting arrangements etc., please contact the Group Leaders.
New members are very welcome.
Venue
Various
Timing
3rd Wednesday of every month 10.30am.
2022
Wed Jan 19th Our first walk of 2022 will be led by John Stent and take in Lount Woods leading to views of Staunton Harold Hall and Church. Details of the walk and the meeting point will be sent to members nearer the time.
Wed Feb 16th Led by Sue and Ian, we will walk around the Albert Village/Greasley area
Wed Mar 16th To be led by Tony from Melbourne
Wed Apr 20th Walk cancelled
Wed May 18th Led by Steve and Christine, our walk will be around the Queen Elizabeth woodlands, Heather. Details will be sent to group members
Wed Jun 15th The walk will be around Ticknall with an optional lunch at the Staff of Life after. Details will be sent to group members nearer the time. New members are always welcome.
Wed Jul 20th To be led by Madeline, details to follow
Wed Aug 17th Walk leader needed
Wed Sep 21st To be led by Phil and Lorraine, details to follow
Wed Oct 19th To be led by Mark and Mell, details to follow
Wed Nov 16th To be led by Sue and Ian, details to follow
Wed Dec 14th tbc
Contact
Lorraine and Phil Ellis at
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Pictures
Below are some pictures from a recent walk.
More pictures are in the gallery.
2022
Strollers - March's WalkA walk led by Tony from Melbourne, with optional lunch afterwards at the Melbourne Hall Tearooms |
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Strollers - February's WalkA 3.5 mile walk led by Sue and Ian from Albert Village, with lunch afterwards at the Halfway House, Donisthorpe. |
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Strollers - January's WalkFor our first walk of 2022 John led us from Lount, through Lount Woods, past Staunton Harold Church and back to Lount for a lunch at the Ferrer's Arms. Below are some pictures of the group at Staunton Harold. |
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2021
Strollers - December's WalkA short 2.5-mile walk led by Lorraine and Phil, round Coleorton, with lunch at the George. |
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Strollers - September's WalkA 4-mile walk led by Lorraine and Phil, starting at Stenson, along the Trent and Mersey canal and through Findern. Lunch was at the Bubble Inn in Stenson. |
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Strollers - August's WalkA near-4-mile walk from Ticknall led by David. The walk passed through the Limeyards, across the fields to Serpentine Wood with views of Staunton Harold Reservoir, and back to Ticknall via part of the National Forest Way. Optional lunch afterwards was at the Staff of Life pub in Ticknall. |
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Strollers - July's WalkA walk from Coton-in-the-Elms led by Tony on a very hot day. All walkers survived and returned to the Bubble Inn where some decided to stay for lunch. Here's a picture of the group having a break. |
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Strollers - May's WalkThe first walk of 2021, following the relaxation of some of the Covid restrictions, a walk from Mountsorrel. |
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