Nordic Walking is a perfect way to escape and unwind. Join me by stepping out in one of the many fabulous locations in and around the surrounding areas of Derbyshire.                                   "Growing medical evidence shows that access to the natural environment improves health and well-being, and prevents disease"   

Nordic Walking is a perfect way to combine physical activity with nature, it's sociable and it's fun.                                                      

 Short break in the French Alps - June 2010  Now fully booked

Plans will be going ahead to organise a short Nordic Walking trip to Chamonix, France in June 2010. This fabulous location will be sure to take your breath away. Please contact me if you would be interested as it will be limited to numbers. 

·       Nordic Walk in Switzerland, France and Italy

·       Enjoy views of snow capped mountains and glaciers

·       Luxury, full board accommodation: healthy eating & drinking!

·       Unwind with a visit to the thermal baths in Switzerland

     Tempted? then don't delay to contact me!

Seasonal Walks

If you want a longer walk these ones are for you, a weekend walk lasting for approx 2-3 hours or ranging from 4-8 miles taking you around the wonderful local areas or Parks. All walks will have an organised lunch afterwards, time for refreshments in either in a local pub or a cafe. Something to look forward to after a long walk, I know I'm always hungry and thirsty!  These are optional but generally very good and worth coming too.                                                                                                              

         DATES FOR THE DIARY 2010:

Saturday Feb 27th                                                                  

Carsington village, Brassington, High Peak Trail, Hopton, Derbyshire 6-miles

A walk leading you through the historic village of Brassington, then a steady ascent to strikingly weathered limestone outcrops at Harborough where there are superb views in all directions. Heading back to Carsington Pastures before crossing undulating fields and back to Hopton via a very pretty wooded minor road. Hopton Hall will be open to view acres of woodlands covered with Snowdrops (£4 per person), optional after Lunch. Lunch-Miners Arms, Carsington village. Level intermediate, many styles some very narrow, gradual ascents and some steeper areas.          

 
Saturday – March 20th

Alstonefield, Beresford Dale, Wolfscote Dale, Staffs  6-miles                   

Starting from Alstonefield the walk heads in a northerly direction to Narrowdale and then towards Beresford Dale. Taking in some delightful views as approaching the river Dove, along Wolfscote Dale before climbing out of the valley to Alstonefield and returning across the limestone hill country which surrounds the Dove valley. Lunch-The George Inn, Alstonefield. Level Easy, one steep ascent.

Saturday – May 1st (bank holiday)

Wootton Park, Churnet Valley, Alton, Staffs 6-miles
The walk starts from the small, pretty village of Wootton, passing through the scenic Wootton Park. There may be views of the herd of deer that roam here. A good view is obtained of Wootton Lodge. This is a large house built in the 15th / 16th Century. Then a stroll along a peaceful old winding country lane followed by a walk through a further interesting part of land which is managed by JCB with fabulous landscaping. Leading us to the Churnet Valley railway and then the border of Alton Towers, heading back to Wootton Park via a pretty lake, with woods and wildlife scenery. Lunch-The Rose and Crown at Mayfield. Level moderate, some styles, 2 steep but short hills.

Saturday – May 29th 

Longnor, Pilsbury, Crowdecote 6.5 miles

The walk starts in the ancient market town of Longnor, heading south towards Sheen with the river Manifold below us. It then takes us down to Pilsbury with changing geology as we approach the river Dove. It then passes by the Pilsbury Castle hills which probably date back to the late 11th or early 12th century. It heads back via Crowdecote, an medieval crossing point of the Dove and back to Longnor. A delightful walk, Level-easy with one steep rock track descent into Pilsbury. Lunch-TBC

June - Chamonix Trip

 
Saturday- July 3rd

Ilam, Rushley, Throwley,Souls Hollow 8-miles

Description to follow

Saturday- September 18th   

 TBA

Saturday – October 2nd

 TBA

Saturday – November 13th

 TBA

Wednesday – December 8th Xmas Lunch

As the evenings get lighter I will be running the Osmaston Park walks again on Monday evenings, this will be approximately in May.

Nordic Walking/Pilates Well-being day - date to be confirmed in May.    Briefly- it promises to be a great day with a Nordic Walk in the morning followed by a delicious lunch then a Pilates session in the afternoon. More details to follow.                                                                                       

All walks start at 10am unless specified, new members welcome, induction organised prior to event. £12.00 per person (if under 8 miles) Booking is essential, will only run with sufficient numbers, cancellation within 24 hours will be chargeable. If you are interested in any of these walks or the regular ones please contact me on 07860478409 or e-mail me on sam@coreconcept.org.uk

All walks are extensively researched to ensure there suitability.

Walks are subject to change due to weather conditions and circumstances.

I have the right to cancel walks if insufficient numbers.