Plymouth Ramblers Newsletter & Walks List Nov 2017.pdf · AGM AT BUCKFAST ABBEY The Devon Area AGM will be held in the Conference Centre at Buckfast Abbey on Saturday 10th February.

The Ramblers’ Association is a registered charity (England & Wales no 1093577, Scotland no SC039799) and a company limited by guarantee, registered in England & Wales (no 4458492). Registered office: 2nd floor, Camelford House, 87-90 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TW

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!!! CARSHARE CHANGES !!!

Unfortunately, we have to change our carshare arrangements yet again. Towerfield Road is becoming crowded on Wednesdays, and Park and Ride is no longer open on Sundays. As a result, we now have different carshare locations for different days:

Heading east:Weds: Coypool Park and RideSun: Longbridge Road (roadside parking)

Heading north:Weds: The George Park and RideSun: Towerfield Drive (roadside parking)

AGM AT BUCKFAST ABBEY

The Devon Area AGM will be held in the Conference Centre at Buckfast Abbey on Saturday 10th February. Totnes group will be hosting morning walks, with lunch available in the Refectory. John Risdon is the guest speaker, on the subject of “the Middle Dart”.

Prior booking essential – see the website for full details: www.ramblers.org.uk/devon

COWS

Following a few bovine encounters recently, bear in mind that we need to treat cows with care andconsideration, for our own good as well as theirs. When walking through a field of cows, please:

• keep dogs on a lead / under close control

• go round the cows, not through them

• do not come between cows and their calves

• walk through together, in a group, except…

• … dog owners, please let other walkers go through first

• walk calmly, avoiding sudden noise or movement.

Plymouth RamblersNewsletter & Walks List

Nov 2017- Feb 2018

LEADERS: PLEASE CHECK WHETHERYOUR CARSHARE HAS CHANGED!

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FIREWORK PARTY BOAT TRIP

We set sail at 7pm on 4 November, for a boat trip round the Sound,accompanied by a buffet, a bar, music, and hopefully a spectacularview of the firework parties on shore.

Tickets £20 for boat and buffet, from [email protected](drinks are on you).

SOCIAL EVENTS

If you are planning any social events for Plymouth Ramblers, don't forget to liaise with Frances ([email protected]). This is simply to make sure that we don't end up with any clashes.

TRAINING EVENTS

First Aid Training: Tues 5 December at St Margaret Mary Church Hall, Plymstock

FREE for members of Plymouth Ramblers, a day's training directed at the type of incidents we might encounter whilst walking with the group on the moors. The training will run from 09:30 till 16:30 with breaks for refreshment. Please bring a packed lunch or you can buy a sandwich or pasty from the Broadway

Leadership Training: Thurs 9 and Fri 10 November at ‘Spirit of Adventure’, Powder Mills

FREE for members of Plymouth Ramblers, two days of Leadership and Map Reading training, aimed at members who want to lead walks (max. 12 people). Instruction will be tailored to the needs of the group, but will include some map reading, navigation, planning, leadership, and emergency procedures. The course will involve both theory and practical training and hopefully night navigation (weather permitting). This is a shortened version of the Hill and Moorland Leaders course, but will not lead to any official qualification.

To join either of these courses, please contact [email protected].

WINTER IS COMING…

Are you carrying what you need?

Warm clothing: gloves, buff/scarf, spare fleece, spare socks

Waterproofs: jacket, leggings, gaiters

Thermos of hot tea/coffee/soup

Extra snack

Torch and batteries (in case you get delayed)

Bivvy bag/survival bag

Before you set out, ask yourself “If someone had an accident, could I cope with a long wait?”

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DELIVERING YOUR NEWSLETTER

Don't forget that if you would like to receive your newsletter by post, you'll need to send three stamped addressed envelopes, C5 size, to Liz Hudson, 12 Old Park Road, Peverell, Plymouth PL3 4PY. This will ensure your postal delivery for the next three issues. All other newsletters are distributed by email, and you can also find a copy on our website, at www.plymouthramblers.org.uk.S

RAMBLERS HOLIDAYS DISCOUNT

Our group is a member of the Walking Partnership with Ramblers Holidays. If you book a Ramblers holiday, please mention that you are a member of Plymouth Ramblers, and they will make a contribution to our group. Ifyou organise a group holiday, you will be eligible for a discount off the holiday price. Don’t forget that in order toqualify, you have to mention your Plymouth Ramblers membership before the holiday takes place.

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YOUTH HOSTEL DISCOUNT

Plymouth Ramblers’ membership of the YHA means that we are entitled to a discount on any trip involving five or more people. If you want to take advantage of this, check with Beryl Smith who holds the membership card.

PLYMOUTH RAMBLERS COMMITTEE

Chair Peter Major 01752 89358007814 679915 [email protected]

Secretary Val Galer 01752 70090107925 530652 [email protected]

Treasurer Beryl Smith 01752 779502 [email protected]

Countryside OfficerFootpath Officer Jane Kiely 01822 834964 [email protected]

Website ManagerPublicity Officer Steve Whitney

01752 40220407982 426003 [email protected]

Minutes Secretary Sue Whitney 01752 402204 [email protected]

Social Secretary Frances Horder 07887 730155 [email protected]

Walks Secretary Sarah North 01752 316488 [email protected]

Membership Secretary Olwen Knowles 01752 661899 [email protected]

WALK PROGRAMME COORDINATORS

Sat Short Walks Jane Kiely 01822 834964 [email protected]

Sun Walks Janet Coleman 01752 263559 [email protected]

Weds Longer Walks Diana & Patrick McCann 01752 665691 [email protected]

Weds Shorter Walks Viv White 01752 952951 [email protected]

Thurs Evening Walks Val Galer 01752 700901 [email protected]

Alternative Walks Steve Whitney 01752 402204 [email protected]

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WALK LISTWed 1 November 2017 09:30 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateLiskeard to LooeStarts at 09:30: East Looe Surgery bus stop (near bridge) (PL13 1HA, SX254536)Meet at 08:45: Tesco Transit Way (PL5 3TW, SX472588)Catch 09:35 bus to Liskeard and return to Looe on tracks andfootpaths.Contact: Martin H, 01752 842728Wed 1 November 2017 10:30 - 6 miles/9.7 km - LeisurelyUp the TeignStarts at 10:30: Teign Bridge CP (TQ12 3QJ, SX858734)Meet at 09:45: Coypool park and ride CP (PL7 4NW, SX520569)Level walk along the river Teign towards Stover Park and return along the Stover Canal. There is limited parking so please use car share.Contact: Norman B, 01752 492853Sat 4 November 2017 18:45 - 0 miles/0 km - Easy AccessFirework Party Boat TripStarts at 18:45: Mayflower Steps (PL1 2LR, SX483539)A boat trip around the Sound, meeting by the Mayflower Steps at 6.45 for a 7pm get away. There will be firework parties going on all around making it a spectacular evening. There will be a buffet and a pay bar and some music too!
Cost per head: £20 includes the trip and the food [drinks are on you].Contact: Frances H, 07887 730155, [email protected] 5 November 2017 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateSaltash and Trematon AreaStarts at 10:00: Saltash Community School Wearde Road. (PL12 4AS, SX421580)Meet at 09:30: Tesco Transit Way (PL5 3TW, SX472588)Taking in Churchtown Farm, Forder, Antony Passage, Trematon Castle and on towards Trematon Hamlet. Some steep climbs, with wonderful views. Expect some mud. Initially a combined short and long walk.Contact: Joy T & Di M, 07801 496359Sun 5 November 2017 10:00 - 6 miles/9.7 km - ModerateSaltash and Trematon AreaStarts at 10:00: Saltash Community School Wearde Road (PL12 4AS, SX421580)Meet at 09:30: Tesco Transit Way (PL5 3JT, SX472588)Taking in Churchtown Farm, Forder, Antony Passage, Trematon Castle. Some steep climbs with wonderful views. Expect some mud! Initially a combined walk with the longer version but leaving them before they head off towards Trematon hamlet.Contact: Joy T & Di M, 07801 496359Wed 8 November 2017 10:00 - 11 miles/17.7 km - ModerateMore and Moor TorsStarts at 10:00: Pork Hill CP (PL19 9LQ, SX530751)Meet at 09:15: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501606)An all moorland walk visiting Coombe Tor, Boulters Tor, WhiteTor, Roos Tor and Staple. Not all on tracksContact: Sue & Tom A, 01752 492190

“Meet at 08:45” means that cars leave the carshare at this time. You need to arrive about 10 minutes before if you wantto arrange a lift.

Sun 12 November 2017 10:00 - 9 miles/14.5 km - ModerateTrowlesworthy and RingmoorStarts at 10:00: Cadover Bridge main CP (PL7 5EH, SX554644)Meet at 09:30: Towerfield Drive, Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504616)A figure of eight walk visiting Trowlesworthy Tors, the Big Pond, Ringmoor and Brisworthy. Mostly tracks and open moor, with some squelchy bits. Possible to opt out halfway.Contact: Sarah N, 01752 316488Sun 12 November 2017 10:30 - 6 miles/9.7 km - ModerateTavistock CanalStarts at 10:30: Tavistock Wharf (PL19 8SP, SX478740)Meet at 09:45: Towerfield Drive, Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504616)A walk along the 200 year old canal to see everything Simon Dell will have told us during his talk at the AGM. Free roadside parking in Plymouth Road or fee in Wharf CP.Contact: Jane K, 01822 834964Wed 15 November 2017 09:45 - 7 miles/11.3 km - ModerateCrafthole to CawsandStarts at 09:45: Royal Parade, Plymouth (PL1 1DS, SX479544)Catch bus 70B at stop A3 at Royal Parade at 09:50 to Crafthole. We walk past Tregantle Fort and down to WhitsandBay. Turning off before Rame, we walk through Forder to Cawsand. Buses back to Royal Parade 22min past each hour.Contact: Larry D & Mary H, 01752 815201Wed 15 November 2017 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateTamar Valley Pt 1Starts at 10:00: Bere Alston Recycling Centre CP (PL20 7HU, SX448667)Meet at 09:00: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501606)Roads and pathways to Bere Ferrers, looping back to Bere AlstonContact: Mike E, 01752 704287Sun 19 November 2017 10:00 - 11 miles/17.7 km - ModeratePenn Beacon and Yealm StepsStarts at 10:00: Heathfield Down. (PL21 9QT, SX601601)Meet at 09:15: Longbridge Road (PL6 8LB, SX519568)Rook Tor and Penn Beacon, Shell Top, Yealm Head, Yealm Steps, New Waste, Blachford and return via Cornwood. Tís winter so it will be wet and muddy in places. Roadside parking at Heathfield Down near Cornwood.Contact: Peter M, 07814 679915 or 01752 893580

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Sun 19 November 2017 10:30 - 7 miles/11.3 km - LeisurelyThe Exe AgainStarts at 10:30: Exminster CP Deepway Lane (EX6 8ST, SX942875)Meet at 09:30: Longbridge Road (PL6 8LB, SX519568)A level walk in the area of the Exe river and canal, crossing the road and railway. Many easy miles but could be wet on the marshes.Contact: Norman B, 01752 492853Wed 22 November 2017 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModeratePlym Valley Wander 2Starts at 10:00: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501606)Woodland tracks, paths and quiet lanes in the Plym Valley, visiting Cann Woods, Bickleigh Bridge, Hallowgreep and Shaugh BridgeContact: Ken N, 01752 787223Sun 26 November 2017 09:30 - 12 miles/19.3 km - StrenuousErme and Yealm Valley WanderStarts at 09:30: Ivybridge Viaduct (back gate of old paper mill)(PL21 0AH, SX635566)Meet at 09:00: Coypol Park and Ride (PL6 8LN, SX519569)From the viaduct we follow the Erme to Harford, out to Hilson's House and down to Yealm Steps waterfall, returning via New Waste and Hanger Down. A longer winter walk than usual, to be walked at a slightly faster pace, but length can be reduced in the event of poor conditions. Please note early start.Contact: Sue W, 07791 661342Sun 26 November 2017 10:30 - 7 miles/11.3 km - ModerateAveton Gifford Round RobinStarts at 10:30: Aveton Gifford Car Park (TQ7 4NT, SX692472)Meet at 09:45: Haye Road, Elburton (PL9 8AR, SX532536)Walk Chantry, Lixton and Ashford. A couple of steep climbs.Contact: Dave E, 07974 382233Wed 29 November 2017 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - StrenuousFinding Flat TorStarts at 10:00: Two Bridges (PL20 6SR, SX609750)Meet at 09:00: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501607)Beardown Tor, then boundary paths to Flat Tor, East Dart and ascend to Higher White Tor and Wistman's Wood.Contact: Sue L, 01803 407399Wed 29 November 2017 10:00 - 7 miles/11.3 km - ModerateBere and HopeStarts at 10:00: Recycling centre CP in Bere Alston (PL20 7AD, SX448667)Meet at 09:15: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501607)Meet in Hope Cottage cafe, Bere Alston at 10.00 for coffee before starting the walk at 10.30. (From road into village, follow recycling sign to CP. Then walk through cut into Fore Street, turn left, and cafe is across the road next to MethodistChurch.) We walk a variety of paths, up and down the Tamar Valley with great views over Calstock and Cotehele. Please let leader know if you are coming as the cafe needs to know numbers.Contact: Jane K, 01822 834964

Sat 2 December 2017 10:30 - 3.5 miles/5.6 km - LeisurelyBradley Ponds, Bovey TraceyStarts at 10:30: Station Road CP Bovey Tracey (fee) (TQ13 9SB, SX814782)Meet at 09:30: Coypool Park and Ride (PL7 4NW, SX520569)A walk taking in the Bradley Ponds nature reserve on paths and some quiet road walking. Three stiles and maybe some mud. Afterwards we can snack at The Marble House or pop along to Trago Mills for some Christmas shopping!Contact: Joy T, 07801 496359Sun 3 December 2017 10:00 - 7 miles/11.3 km - ModerateBolt Head's Wartime SecretsStarts at 10:00: East Soar NT CP (TQ7 3DS, SX712375)Meet at 09:00: Haye Road CP Elburton (PL9 8AR, SX532536)From the CP across fields and farmland to the coast at Bolberry Down. Coast path to Bolt Head. After lunch we headinland stopping at East Soar Tea Barn (hopefully) for refreshments before returning to CP.Contact: Val G, 01752 700901 or 07925 530652Sun 3 December 2017 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateTamar Valley part 2Starts at 10:00: Bere Alston recycling point CP (PL20 7HU, SX448667)Meet at 09:00: Towerfield Drive, Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504616)Roads and pathways looping around on the opposite river bank to Calstock, returning to Bere Alston.Contact: Mike E, 01752 704287Wed 6 December 2017 10:00 - 11 miles/17.7 km - ModerateDartmeet to PostbridgeStarts at 10:00: Dartmeet CP (PL20 6SG, SX672733)Meet at 09:00: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501607)From Dartmeet to Huccaby Farm, Snider Park Plantation, Bellever Tor, Postbridge and back via Bellever and Babeny.Contact: David B, 01626 362526Sun 10 December 2017 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateStover, Teigngrace, Chudleigh KnightonStarts at 10:00: Stover Park CP (fee) (TQ12 6PW, SX832749)Meet at 09:00: Longbridge Road (PL6 8LB, SX519568)A moderate walk around the lake, along through Teigngrace and beside the Stover canal to Teignbridge, returning beside the river Teign to Chudleigh Knighton and through the nature reserve to Bovey, crossing the A38 by the new footbridge at Drumbridges. Likely to be muddy. Initially a combined walk with the shorter version.Contact: Joy T & Di M, 07801 496359Sun 10 December 2017 10:00 - 6 miles/9.7 km - ModerateStover and TeigngraceStarts at 10:00: Stover Park CP (fee) (TQ12 6PW, SX832749)Meet at 09:00: Longbridge Road (PL6 8LB, SX519568)A moderate walk around the lake, along through Teigngrace and the canal where we leave the longer version and return toStover via the Templar Way.Contact: Joy T & Di M, 07801 496359

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Wed 13 December 2017 10:00 - 11 miles/17.7 km - ModerateBuckland to Clearbrook MeanderStarts at 10:00: Yelverton Leg O'Mutton (PL20 6DJ, SX517679)Meet at 09:15: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501607)Grenofen Bridge, Buckland Monachorum, Venton and ClearbrookContact: Janice W, 01752 779786Wed 13 December 2017 12:30 - 0 miles/0 km - Easy AccessChristmas LunchStarts at 12:30: Dartmoor Diner (PL6 7RS, SX504633)Christmas lunch at Dartmoor Diner. Names and menu choices to Viv White by 1st December. Menus on Dartmoor Diner website with the addition of turkey and Xmas pudding for the month of December.Contact: Viv W, 01752 952951 or 07961 919456, [email protected] 17 December 2017 10:00 - 11 miles/17.7 km - ModerateSad Rock JourneyStarts at 10:00: Station Road, Ivybridge (PL21 0AH, SX635566)Meet at 09:30: Coy Pool P&R (PL7 4TB, SX520569)Hanger Down - New Waste - Tristis Rock - Erme Valley.Contact: Janice W, 01752 779786Sun 17 December 2017 10:00 - 7 miles/11.3 km - ModerateA Footle from FingleStarts at 10:00: Fingle Bridge CP (EX6 6PW, SX743898)Meet at 08:30: Towerfield Drive Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504616)Footpaths, riverside, lanes, some 'ups' so hopefully views.Contact: Jacquie B, 07531 886219Wed 20 December 2017 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateJingle and Jangle Around BurratorStarts at 10:00: Sharpitor CP (PL20 6FF, SX560708)Meet at 09:15: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501607)Visiting a number of Tors around Burrator and Sheeptor Village, mainly tracks and woodlandContact: Tony H, 07714 184735Sat 23 December 2017 10:00 - 3 miles/4.8 km - LeisurelyWassailing at CoteheleStarts at 10:00: Cotehele CP near house (PL12 6TA, SX423685)The annual short walk and wassail, bring funny hats and something loud to make a noise with as we walk to the orchards to ensure a good harvest next year. Optional lunch afterwards in Barn Restaurant.Contact: Jane K, 01822 834964Wed 27 December 2017 10:00 - 11.5 miles/18.5 km - StrenuousAtmospheric Nun's CrossStarts at 10:00: Burrator Quarry (PL20 6PW, SX549676)Meet at 09:15: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501607)Up the aqueduct and along Devonport Leat to Nun's Cross and back via Drizzlecombe and Ditsworthy Warren House. A couple of steep uphills but atmospheric at any time of the year.Contact: Olwen K, 01752 661899

Thu 28 December 2017 10:30 - 5 miles/8.1 km - ModerateCotehele Christmas GarlandStarts at 10:30: Calstock Quay CP (free) (PL18 9QR, SX436685)Meet at 09:45: Tesco Transit Way (PL5 3TW, SX472588)PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DAY - THURS NOT WED
Around Tamar valley to Cotehele. Coffee in Barn Restaurant and visit the garland. Back to Calstock for lunch at Tamar Inn (optional).Contact: Jane K, 01822 834964Sun 31 December 2017 10:30 - 6.5 miles/10.5 km - ModerateWembury WoodsStarts at 10:30: Wembury Barton Close (PL9 0LF, SX527494)Meet at 10:00: Haye Road CP Elburton (PL9 8AR, SX532536)See out the old year with a ramble through woods, and farmland, with a stop for refreshments at the beachside cafe. Be prepared for mud!Contact: Sarah N, 01752 316488Wed 3 January 2018 10:00 - 9 miles/14.5 km - ModerateLee Moor StrollStarts at 10:00: White Hill CP near Wotter (PL7 5JH, SX576616)Meet at 09:15: Coypool P&R CP (PL7 4TB, SX520569)Pathways and road circling Lee Moor clay works, back to WotterContact: Mike E, 01752 704287Sun 7 January 2018 10:00 - 6.5 miles/10.5 km - ModeratePeek Hill and Burrator MeanderStarts at 10:00: Lowery Cross CP (PL20 6PD, SX547692)Meet at 09:30: Towerfield Drive Plymouth (PL6 7FG, SX504616)Exploring woods and paths near the reservoir. A shorter walk starting off together with the longer version.Contact: Janet C, 01752 263559Sun 7 January 2018 10:00 - 9 miles/14.5 km - ModeratePeek Hill and Burrator MeanderStarts at 10:00: Lowery Cross CP (PL20 6PD, SX547692)Meet at 09:30: Towerfield Drive Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504616)Starting together with the shorter version, this walk is an amble up and down the leats along paths less well traveled. One slightly tricky river crossing across metal "planks" and stepping stones.Contact: Deirdre K, 07724 367905Wed 10 January 2018 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateSharpitor and Sampford SpineyStarts at 10:00: Lowery Cross CP (PL20 6PD, SX547692)Meet at 09:30: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501607)Some open moor to Routrundle, then fields and lanes via Sampford Spiney. A couple of steep ups taken at a steady pace.Contact: Steve & Sue W, 07982 426003

PLEASE SUBMIT WALKS FOR NEXTPROGRAMME TO THE COORDINATORS

BY 15 JAN 2018

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Wed 10 January 2018 10:30 - 7 miles/11.3 km - ModerateCalstock, Metherell and Cotehele QuayStarts at 10:30: Calstock Quay CP (PL18 9QR, SX436684)Meet at 09:30: Tesco, Transit Way (PL5 3TW, SX472588)Lanes, paths and tracks. A couple of stiles and maybe some mud.Contact: Jane K, 01822 834964Sat 13 January 2018 10:30 - 4 miles/6.4 km - LeisurelyQueens Head to Tamar ValleyStarts at 10:30: Roadside parking near the Queens Head (PL18 9AJ, SX423704)Roadside parking to start at Queens Head, Albaston for a walk up and down the Tamar Valley, optional lunch afterwardsin the pub. Why not catch the train from Plymouth to Gunnislake and walk back to Albaston to meet me outside the Queens?Contact: Jane K, 01822 834964Sun 14 January 2018 10:30 - 7 miles/11.3 km - ModerateDeerpark ForestStarts at 10:30: Deerpark Forest CP (PL14 4QY, SX197604)Meet at 09:15: Tesco Transit Way (PL5 3TW, SX472588)Wooded tracks, lanes, streams, ups and downs around Deerpark Forest. Tea in Cafe on route back to the car. Deerpark Forest CP is off the B3359 Liskeard to Lostwithiel Road from East Taphouse.Contact: Jane K, 01822 834964Wed 17 January 2018 10:00 - 9.5 miles/15.3 km - ModerateWinter WanderStarts at 10:00: CP below Sharpitor (PL20 6FF, SX560708)Meet at 09:15: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501607)Track and road to Merrivale, open moor and track backContact: Doug T, 07799 698578Sun 21 January 2018 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateBrent Tor to Lydford CircularStarts at 10:00: CP below Brent Tor (PL19 0NP, SX468805)Meet at 09:00: Towerfield Drive, Plymouth (PL6 7FG, SX504616)From the CP we head north past Langstone Manor to the river Lyd and Lydford Gorge before turning south again for our return via West Blackdown and Bridges.Contact: Val G, 01752 700901 or 07925 530652Wed 24 January 2018 10:00 - 6 miles/9.7 km - ModerateNoss to Stoke BeachStarts at 10:00: Noss Mayo tennis court CP (PL8 1EG, SX547474)Meet at 09:15: Haye Road CP (PL9 8AR, SX532536)From car park to coast path and along to Stoke Beach. Then inland via lanes and paths back to CP.Contact: Val G, 01752 700901 or 07925 530652Wed 24 January 2018 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateThree BarrowsStarts at 10:00: Harford Moor Gate (PL21 0JQ, SX643595)Meet at 09:00: Coypool Park and Ride (PL7 4TB, SX520569)Moderate moorland to Piles Hill, Sharp Tor and Three Barrows. It's January, so it could be completely miserable in parts.Contact: John S, 01752 782454 or 07873 709532

Sat 27 January 2018 10:30 - 4 miles/6.4 km - LeisurelyLong AshStarts at 10:30: Long Ash CP (PL20 7LL, SX497694)Paths From Long Ash to Buckland Monachorum returning viacircular route on edge of moor. Optional lunch/coffee at cafeContact: Val G, 01752 700901 or 07925 530652Sun 28 January 2018 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateAbandon HopeStarts at 10:00: Malborough Village Hall (TQ7 3BU, SX710397)Meet at 09:00: Haye Road CP Elburton (PL9 8AR, SX532536)Coastal Walk to Hope Cove, Bolt Tail, Bolberry Down and Bolt Head.Contact: John S, 01752 782454 or 07873 709532Sun 28 January 2018 10:00 - 7 miles/11.3 km - ModerateRing that BellStarts at 10:00: Postbridge CP (PL20 6TH, SX646788)Meet at 09:00: Towerfield Drive Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504616)Through Bellever Woods, Kraps Ring, Bellever Tor, Dunnabridge Pound. Returning to Postbridge via Laughter Hole and Bellever village. Mainly paths and tracks but can be muddy in places.Contact: Janet C, 01752 263559Wed 31 January 2018 10:00 - 7.5 miles/12.1 km - StrenuousGo East Young Man to LaLa LandStarts at 10:00: Coleton Camp near Coleton Fishacre (TQ6 0EQ, SX909512)Meet at 08:30: Coypool Long Term CP (PL7 4TB, SX520569)A quiet lane and footpath to Kingswear Fort, then east along another bit of the coast path Scabbacombe Sands. A rewarding but unrelenting section of the Coast Path.Contact: Peter M, 07814 679915 or 01752 893580Sun 4 February 2018 10:00 - 11.5 miles/18.5 km - ModeratePlym Valley and Saltram Park WanderStarts at 10:00: Towerfield Drive, Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504616)Woodland tracks and paths up and down the Plym Valley, with a circuit of Saltram Park.Contact: Ken N, 01752 787223Sun 4 February 2018 10:30 - 5.5 miles/8.8 km - ModerateTwo ValleysStarts at 10:30: St Neot CP (PL14 6ND, SX184677)Meet at 09:30: Tesco Transit Way (PL5 3TW, SX472588)A fields and river walk from St Neot. A couple of short hills and some stiles. Can be muddy in places.Contact: Janet C, 01752 263559Wed 7 February 2018 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateDartington Hall and Totnes TownStarts at 10:00: Dartington Hall CP (TQ9 6EP, SX799628)Meet at 09:00: Coypool Park and Ride (PL7 4TB, SX520569)From Dartington Hall (CP £3) we follow the river to Totnes to the new Franklin Totnes Trail. Mostly footpaths and rural laneson the outskirts of Totnes. A hilly walk, lovely views over the South Hams and out to Dartmoor. Dogs are excluded from some parts of the Dartington Hall Estate.Contact: Jean H, 07854 691988

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Sat 10 February 2018 10:30 - 4 miles/6.4 km - LeisurelySydenham DamerelStarts at 10:30: PL19 8PU, SX408759Meet at 09:45: Towerfield Drive Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504617)Tracks, field and woodland paths with quiet lanes and probably mud! Ups and downs in Tamar Valley. Please park carefully in village, then meet at telephone box in village centre. Optional lunch afterwards at Chipshop Inn nearby.Contact: Jane K, 01822 834964Sun 11 February 2018 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateBennett's Cross CircularStarts at 10:00: Bennett's Cross CP (PL20 6TA, SX679816)Meet at 09:00: Towerfield Drive Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504616)From Bennett's Cross to Headland Warren, Natsworthy Gate,Heathercombe, West Combe, Letterford, Jurston, Hurston and back over Chagford Common.Contact: David B, 01626 362526Sun 11 February 2018 10:30 - 6 miles/9.7 km - StrenuousPolruan and LanteglosStarts at 10:30: Polruan CP (PL23 1QL, SX131506)Meet at 09:15: Tesco Transit Way (PL5 3TW, SX472588)Figure of eight from Polruan, part of the Hall Walk to the remains of an old chapel, returning via Lanteglos Church and steep coast path. Will feel like more than 6 miles! Tea in Polruan at the finish. Polruan CP is opposite the campsite.Contact: Jane K, 01822 834964Wed 14 February 2018 10:00 - 11 miles/17.7 km - ModerateBeautiful South HamsStarts at 10:00: Roadside parking by Fortescue Arms, East Allington. (TQ9 7RA, SX769484)Meet at 09:15: Haye Road, Elburton (PL9 8AR, SX532536)Footpaths and lanes to Weir Bridge, Buckland Court, Abbotsleigh and Coombe. A few hills, beautiful views and could be muddy in places.Contact: Sue & Shirley, 07890761552 or 07773606165Sun 18 February 2018 10:00 - 10 miles/16.1 km - ModerateYelverton to CadoverStarts at 10:00: Yelverton Leg O'Mutton over the cattle grid. (PL20 6AD, SX517679)Meet at 09:15: Towerfield Drive, Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504616)Using disused rail tracks, lanes and moorland via Clearbrook,Dewerstone, Cadover and Hoo Meavy.Contact: Tony L & Lesley J, 01752 721606Sun 18 February 2018 10:00 - 8 miles/12.9 km - ModerateYealmpton WanderStarts at 10:00: Junction of Torr Hill and New Road (PL8 2LR,SX579516)Meet at 09:30: Haye Road CP, Elburton (PL9 8AR, SX532536)Footpaths and lanes from Yealmpton to Worston Mill, Higher Kenton and Flete. Could be muddy in places. Limited roadside parking at Torr Hill so please use car share.Contact: Sue & Shirley, 07890761552 or 07773606165

Wed 21 February 2018 10:00 - 11 miles/17.7 km - ModerateAround and about GrenofenStarts at 10:00: "Grub Up" lay-by on Plymouth Road, Tavistock (PL19 9FT, SX487722)Meet at 09:00: George Park and Ride (PL6 7LB, SX501607)A scenic walk on the eastern edge of the moor, featuring Rivers Walkham and Tamar, dismantled railway line, war graves, footpaths and downland with lane walking as requiredContact: Patrick F, [email protected] 21 February 2018 10:30 - 7 miles/11.3 km - ModerateSt Dominica TrailStarts at 10:30: Cotehele Quay CP (PL12 6TA, SX424681)Meet at 09:45: Tesco, Transit Way (PL5 3TW, SX472588)Cotehele to Ashton. Newly opened trail as a result of the Tesco plastic bag initiative. Tracks, fields and lanes.Contact: Jane K, 01822 834964Sun 25 February 2018 10:00 - 8 miles/12.9 km - ModerateA Merry Meander from MerrivaleStarts at 10:00: Merrivale Bridge (PL20 6ST, SX550751)Meet at 09:15: Towerfield Drive, Roborough (PL6 7FG, SX504616)A moorland walk mainly on tracks and footpaths following part of the Grimstone and Sortridge Leat. Parking at MerrivaleBridge but additional parking at CP close by.Contact: Sue & Tom A, 01752 492190

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PLEASE SUBMIT WALKS FOR NEXT PROGRAMME TO THE COORDINATORS BY15 JAN 2018

USING THE FORM BELOW

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WALKING GRADES

Definition Typical features*

E Easy Walks for anyone who does not have a mobility difficulty or a specific health problem and is not seriously unfit. Comfortable shoes or trainers can be worn.

Up to 5 milesNo steep inclinesEasy underfootGentle pace

L Leisurely Walks for reasonably fit people with at least a little country walking experience. Often on unsurfaced rural paths. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are recommended.

Up to 8 milesUp to 300m ascent or descentMainly easy underfootGentle pace

M Moderate Walks for people with country walking experience and a good level of fitness. May include some steep paths and open country, and may be at a brisk pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential.

Up to 10 milesUp to 600m ascent or descentMay be rough underfootBrisk pace

S Strenuous Walks for experienced country walkers with an above average fitness level. May include hills and rough country, and may be at a brisk pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential.

Up to 14 miles (or more)Up to 1000m ascent or descentModerate to hard terrainBrisk pace

* It is up to walk leaders to decide on their walk grading bearing in mind all four factors: length,ascent, terrain and pace.

CARSHARE ARRANGEMENTS

Most of our walks include a carshare location (marked ✱ on the maps overleaf). The meeting time given for carshare is the time when cars will leave, so please make sure you arrive in time to get everything sorted first.

Bear in mind that carshare is a voluntary arrangement – we cannot guarantee you will get a lift, though usually it works out fine. Driver and passengers should share the cost of the journey, including petrol, wear and tear, parking, ferries and tolls.

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CARSHARE LOCATIONS

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Tesco Transit WaySX472588

Haye Road CPSX532536

Coypool Park & RideSX520569

George Park & RideSX501607

Longbridge RoadSX519568

Towerfield DriveSX504616

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