Sheffield Walkers

The Grouse Inn, Froggatt Wood, Froggatt Edge
2026-09-05 10:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Meeting Point: The Grouse Inn, Froggatt Wood, Froggatt Edge
Route Description
Woodland and Gritstone Edges
Form The Grouse Inn we drop steeply down through Hay Wood to the edge of Grindleford and the River Derwent. Here we turn south and climb through Froggatt Wood followed by Bee Wood, with some sections being quite steep. The final leg of the walk takes us up onto Froggatt Edge, which on a clear day gives us beautiful views across the valley and beyond.

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Park at the layby just below the Grouse Inn on the A625 or the Haywood National Trust carpark nearby.

Alport Castles Via Ditch Clough
2026-09-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Meeting Point: Alport Castles Via Ditch Clough
Route Description
This route combines the reservoirs of the Upper Derwent Valley with open Dark Peak moorland and the dramatic scenery of Alport Castles.
This Fairholmes and Alport Castles circular walk by Sheffield Walkers is a superb Dark Peak District route combining the reservoirs of the Upper Derwent Valley, open moorland and the dramatic rock formations of Alport Castles. From Fairholmes, the route follows the reservoirs north before climbing through Ditch Clough to Alport Castles and crossing the high ground of Rowlee Pasture, where extensive views stretch across the surrounding Peak District moors and valleys. The return crosses Lockerbrook and Bridge-end Pasture, descending towards Ladybower Reservoir crossing the open slopes of Hagg Side and Bridge-end Pasture before following the waterside route back to Fairholmes.

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Meet at Fairholmes by the visitor centre. Parking at Fairholmes is £6 for all-day parking. The nearby Derwent Overlook Car Park charges £4.75 for all day
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Elsecar round walk
2026-09-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Meeting Point: Elsecar round walk
Route Description
Elsecar round walk and Kings Wood
Usual hazards low beaches Tree roots and road crossings

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Elsecar Heritage car park train to Elsecar and a short walk down to the centre

Edale, Hollins Cross, Lose Hill and Jaggers Clough circuit
2026-09-13 10:00 - 15:30
Route Description
A walk which offers incredible views of the Hope Valley, firstly from the Great Ridge, then from the opposite side of the road into Edale.
This route is one of Gwen’s favourites and I certainly know why!
Starting in Edale, we head out of the village up to Hollins Cross and along the Great Ridge to Back Tor and Lose Hill. From here, we descend towards the Edale Road, stopping just before it and taking a path that leads past the Losehill House Hotel. This grassy route leads us to the main road which we cross, then walk through farmland and on to Backside Wood into Jaggers Clough. From here, we rise up and again follow the hillside back to Edale Youth Hostel and onwards to The Rambler Inn in Edale for a well-deserved drink!

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Meet in the pay and display car park in Edale by the toilet block (S33 7ZQ).
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Gratton Dale and Long Dale Circular
2026-09-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Meeting Point: Gratton Dale and Long Dale Circular
Route Description
Peaceful limestone dales of Gratton Dale and Long Dale before returning across the rolling White Peak countryside, with beautiful views, rich wildlife and flower-filled grasslands along the way.
This Elton, Gratton Dale and Long Dale circular walk by Sheffield Walkers showcases some of the quieter beauty of the White Peak, combining secluded limestone dales, flower-rich grassland, woodland and rolling Derbyshire countryside. Walking from Elton, the route explores Gratton Dale and Long Dale before returning across the higher farmland around Smerrill and Gratton, with beautiful views and excellent opportunities to enjoy the area’s rich wildlife.

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Meet in front of the Duke of York pub, opposite the Church in Elton. Free on street parking in the village. Please park considerately.
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Margery Hill From Langsett Barn Circular
2026-10-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Meeting Point: Margert Hill From Langsett Barn Circular
Route Description
From Langsett Barn, this route combines the peaceful scenery of Langsett Reservoir with a wild moorland journey over Mickleden Edge, Margery Hill and Crow Stones.
This Langsett Reservoir and Margery Hill circular walk by Sheffield Walkers combines peaceful reservoir scenery with a superb journey across the wild open moors of the northern Peak District. Walking from Langsett Barn, the route climbs via Hingcliff Hill and Mickleden Edge to Margery Hill before crossing the dramatic gritstone country around Bull Stones, Crow Stones Edge and Outer Edge, returning through the remote upper valley of the River Porter to Langsett Reservoir. Expect big skies, dramatic gritstone scenery and extensive Dark Peak views before a scenic return along the River Porter.

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Meet at the Langsett Barn Car Park, off the the A616. Free parking.
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AGM 2026
2026-10-21 18:00 - 21:00
Route Description
This year’s AGM will be held at the Niagara as usual, where we will have pie and chips before the meeting itself.
Details to follow.
