Walks For All in the Peaks - The Peak District Walking & Outdoor Festival 2012

Walkers will put their best foot forward for charity in the first mass participation walk of its kind, when the Jane Tomlinson Walk For All comes to the Hope Valley during The Peak District Walking & Outdoor Festival 2012.

The Peak District Walk follows the success of last year’s Yorkshire Dales Walking Festival, which saw 2,500 people enjoy the day, and will take in sights such as Jacob’s Ladder and Mam Tor on either 5, 12 or 24-mile walks on April 29.

Yorkshire’s Jane Tomlinson helped raise £1.85m for charity before her death from cancer, with her family setting up the successful Run for All and Walk For All series in her memory.

Events director at Walk For All, Sara Birkinshaw, said: «The Peak District and particularly the Hope Valley were close to her heart. “In looking for our next Walk For All, we knew that the Peak District would offer our supporters a stunning day out and also enable us to help a host of local Peak District charities.”.

Source: BakeWell Today - 14th January 2012

Official Website: http://www.visitpeakdistrict.com/events/pd-walk-fest-2011.aspx

See More:http://walkingfestivals.blogspot.com/2011/01/peak-district-walking-festival.html

Walks in the Belper and Duffield area - Autumn Footprints Walking Festival

THINK of the Derbyshire countryside and most people would see images of the majestic Peak District with its dramatic rock-strewn landscape.

But, as more than 900 people found out during last year’s Autumn Footprints walking festival there is much more to see right here on our doorstep.

The festival, which began at the weekend, has a packed schedule of walks over 16 days, visiting some of Amber Valley and Erewash’s hidden gems.

One of the festival co-ordinators is Marion Farell from Groundwork Derbyshire.

“The idea behind the festival is not only to get local people to appreciate the countryside on their doorstep, but also to show visitors that you don’t have to go racing up to the Peak District to walk through beautiful countryside,” she explained. “Most of the walks are close to bus and train routes enabling everyone to get to the start point.”

In total there are 32 guided walks until Sunday, September 25, catering for seasoned and inexperienced walkers.

The walks, led by volunteers and members more than 20 partner organisations, are all free and take place in Amber Valley and Erewash boroughs – areas well known for their natural beauty, superb scenery, industrial heritage and attractive towns and villages.

Amber Valley highlights include the Belper Linear Walk, which involves catching the train in the town to Duffield and walking back over the Chevin, which affords surperb views of Belper.

The Linear walk is on Wednesday, September 21, leaving Belper station at 9.45am, so you need to arrive in time to buy your ticket. This walk is described as strenuous

Other treats include the following day, the Holbrook and Derwent Valley. It is six miles and sets off from the Spotted Cow pub, which will be open from 9.30am for coffee. It is described as moderate and includes taking in Holbrook, Duffield Bank and Manor Quarry.

There are also themed walks around wildlife in Codnor and Stanley, heritage walks in West Hallam and Butterley.

Many walks are suitable for all the family but there are some designed for children, including Points, Posts & Prizes On Sunday, September 18, at Shipley Country Park at 10.30am, for which booking is advised.

Source:
Belper News - 16th September 2011

Official Website: http://www.visitpeakdistrict.com/Heanor-Amber-Valley-and-Erewash-Walking-Festival-Launch/details/?dms=13&nearby=1&feature=1026&GroupId=1&venue=6027330&easi=true

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Record support for a Newport tradition - Newport Muster

MORE than 500 people turned out to show their support for one of Newport Pagnell’s oldest traditions on Saturday.

Hundreds showed their support at the annual walkabout which follows four sign-posted routes around the ancient town and its neighbouring Ouse Valley.

The event could have been ruined by some less than perfect conditions but people, both young and old, still turned out in their droves.

The walking festival attracts people from all across the town and is centred on Bury Field, the town’s 1,000-year-old Common and themed on its role as one of Cromwell’s most important garrisons in the Civil War.

It is endorsed by a number of local organisations in Milton Keynes and is supported by the MK Community Foundation

Along the way the walkers picked up two very special guests in the form of Mayor of Milton Keynes, Alan Richards, and Mayor of Newport Pagnell, Wendy Egan, who both showed their sporting sides by walking one course while also wearing their mayoral chains of office.

Many people entered teams for the routes and among the largest on the day was Sharpe as Mustard who had around 30 people taking part.

Source:
Milton Keynes Citizen - 16th September 2011

Official Website:  http://www.newportmuster.org.uk/

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Take a stroll at Newport Pagnell Walking Festival - - Newport Muster

The Newport Muster Walking Festival is returning again on Saturday in Newport Pagnell.

Walk around the historic town choosing three, six, eight or 15-mile walks for charity, or just for fun.

The charity for this year’s event is Willen Hospice, but walkers can sponsor a different charity.

A prefect day to get all your friends together and go for a walk, prizes are awarded for the best fancy dress walkers, the oldest walker and also the youngest walker.

Walks start at 10am from the United Reform Church and if entered you can walk from anytime onwards. The lastest time for people who want to walk 15 miles is noon.

For health and safety reasons all walkers must return to the checkpoint at the end of the walk.

The shortest of the four routes is the three-mile ‘picnic’ walk which has an estimated time of between 50 minutes and an hour and 20 minutes. The longest, appropriately named ‘the challenge’, is a 15-mile walk taking an estimated five to seven hours to complete.

Source:
MK News - 7th September 2011

Official Website:  http://www.newportmuster.org.uk/

See More: http://walkingfestivals.blogspot.com/2011/01/newport-muster.html

Footsteps Walking Festival to launch this weekend

‘GET your boots on’ is the message from Broxtowe Borough Council as the Footsteps Walking festival starts this weekend.

The programme of walks in and around the borough will be launched on Saturday with a 90-minute walk from Bramcote Hills Park ending at the annual Stapleford Carnival.

Other walks this week include a leaf hunt in Shipley Country Park from 11am on Saturday, a walk for health from Asda in Long Eaton from 10am on Monday and a walk and talk around Attenborough Nature Reserve from 5.45pm on Tuesday.

Festival partners include Erewash Valley Trail, The Wildlife Trust, Age UK and Nottinghamshire County NHS.

The programme was launched earlier this month at the Festival Inn, Trowell.

Source:
Ilkeston Adverstiser - 31th August 2011

Official Website:  http://www.broxtowe.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=9354

See More: http://walkingfestivals.blogspot.com/2011/01/footsteps-walking-festival.html

Get your boots on at Autumn Footprints Amber Valley and Erewash Walking Festival

An annual walking festival in Amber Valley is stomping on to the horizon.

The Autumn Footprints Amber Valley and Erewash Walking Festival will embark on 16 days of walks on Saturday, September 10, and culminate on Sunday, September 25.

A range of 32 free guided walks are on offer throughout the extravaganza and they are open to experienced and inexperienced walkers alike.

Walks range from one mile to eight miles. Last year, the festival attracted more than 900 people over the 16 days.

Festival co-ordinator Marion Farrell said: «This festival is a fantastic way to see more of your local area. Each walk has two leaders and there is plenty of time to chat and admire the views. The idea behind the festival is not only to get local people to appreciate the countryside on their doorstep, but also to show visitors that you don’t have to go racing up to the Peak District to walk through beautiful countryside.»

On Wednesday, September 14. at 10am, a strenuous seven-mile walk entitled Explore the Highlands of Amber Valley will start from Alport Heights, while on Wednesday, September 21, walkers can meet at Belper train station at 9.45am for the Belper Linear Walk.

On Friday, September 16, walk From New Rail to Old, starting at Duffield train station at 10.10am. On Sunday, September 18, it’s Poetry in Motion, commencing at 1pm from the bandstand in Belper’s River Gardens.

On Tuesday, September 20, explore the woods and fields in Little Eaton on a walk that starts at 10am at the New Inn on Duffield Road, Little Eaton. Then, on Thursday, September 22, explore Holbrook and the Derwent Valley, starting at 10am from the Spotted Cow pub on Town Street, Holbrook

There are also walks in Alfreton, Ockbrook, Stanley, Long Eaton, Codnor, West Hallam, Heanor, Derby, Kirk Hallam, Sandiacre and Butterley, as well as walks designed for children.

Source:
Belper News - 31th August 2011

Walkers invited to join festival
The ANNUAL Autumn Footprints Amber Valley & Erewash Walking Festival, set in the heart of picturesque Derbyshire, will embark on sixteen days of walks organised for the public on Saturday 10th September to Sunday 25th September 2011.

This Walking Festival offers a range of 32 guided free walks over 16 days. The Walking Festival has proved to be very popular with both inexperienced and experienced walkers.
The walks, led by volunteers and staff from over 20 organisations, will take place in Amber Valley and Erewash. These two areas are well known for their natural beauty, superb scenery, industrial heritage and attractive towns and villages.

Last year the festival had over 900 people attending during the 16 days and this year it is hoped it will be just as successful.
Nearly 30 organisations are involved in jointly organising this ever-popular festival - including Erewash Borough Council, Amber Valley Borough Council, Derbyshire County Council, several parish councils, community groups and Groundwork Derby & Derbyshire.

The Walking Festival will begin on Saturday 10th September 2011 at 10.00am with a launch event at Shipley Country Park Visitor Centre. This is followed by a short circular walk of 3.5miles at 10.30am in Shipley Country Park.

One of the Walking Festival Co-ordinators Marion Farrell from Groundwork Derby & Derbyshire, said: “This Walking Festival is a fantastic way to see more of your local area. Each walk has two leaders – there is plenty of time to chat and admire the views.

“The idea behind the festival is not only to get local people to appreciate the countryside on their doorstep, but also to show visitors that you don’t have to go racing up to the Peak District to walk through beautiful countryside. Most of the walks are close to bus and train routes enabling everyone to get to the start point.”

All the walks are free of charge, and will take place in areas of local heritage and natural history interest, taking walkers alongside rivers and canals as well as through towns and villages.

The walks are of varying lengths and gradient, ranging from one mile to 8 miles, offering something for everyone no matter what their interests or abilities.

They are all led by knowledgeable local people who are enthusiastic to show off their local patch.


Some of the walks taking place are:

• Amber Valley highlights include Round about Alfreton (5 miles) starting at the Alfreton Bus Station on Monday 12th September at 10.30am, Explore the Highlands of Amber Valley (strenuous walk, 7 miles) on Wednesday 14th September meeting at Alport Heights.

• Erewash highlights include The Lewis Wilson Memorial Walk starting at Royal Oak, Ockbrook on Tuesday 13th September at 10.30am and Top O’ Stanley (6 miles) on Thursday 15 September at 10.30am meeting at Stanley Village Hall.

• Walks catching a train on the outward journey and walking back include Long Eaton Linear Walk on Monday 19th September at 10.20am at Long Eaton Train Station and Wednesday 21 September Belper Linear Walk at 9.45am at Belper Train Station.

• Wildlife and good views on walks with Castles and Coals in Codnor Friday 16th September 10am at Codnor Market Place and Saturday 17th September Stanley Village Wildlife Walk at 1.30pm and the Figure of Eight Walk on Saturday 24th September starting at Trent Meadows, Long Eaton at 10.30am

• Heritage walks include Blue Fly Tramway System, West Hallam on Saturday 17 September at 2pm, Butterley Company Echoes on Friday 23 September at 2.30pm and WWII Ordnance Depot Walk and West Hallam surrounds on Sunday 25th September.

Many of our walks are suitable for all the family but there are some walks designed for children. There is also Geocaching on Sunday 18th September at Shipley Country Park at 1.30pm with booking Essential.

Source:
Derbyshire News - 5th September 2011
 

Official Website :http://www.visitpeakdistrict.com/Heanor-Amber-Valley-and-Erewash-Walking-Festival-Launch/details/?dms=13&nearby=1&feature=1026&GroupId=1&venue=6027330&easi=true

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4,000+ turn out to Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival

The seventh Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival, held in May and June, has been declared a huge success by its organisers.

More than 4,000 walkers took part, choosing from 80 walks in the stunning Lincolnshire Wolds and surrounding countryside.

Walks ranged from gentle evening strolls to energetic long distance walks and gave people the chance to enjoy the countryside, make new friends, get some fresh air and gain a sense of achievement.

Stuart Parker, chairman of the Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival Steering Group, said: “It’s really good to see so many people taking part, all of whom, no matter what age, have enjoyed it.

«I would like to express my thanks to all those who were involved, in making this Festival a success, particularly the walk leaders, most of whom are volunteers.»

The Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival for 2012 will run from Saturday, May 26 until Sunday, June 10. 

Source:
Market Rasen Mail - 8th August 2011


Official Website:  http://www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk/

See More: http://walkingfestivals.blogspot.com/2011/01/lincolnshire-wolds-walking-festival.html

Walk this way if you are able to help run festival - Around Corby Festival Walking

Corby Festival Walking Group is appealing for someone to step into the shoes of Mel Jarvis, creator of the three-day event. Mr Jarvis is standing down as the main organiser of the festival due to other commitments.

The person who takes up the voluntary role from him must have excellent communication skills, as well as a knowledge of the benefits of walking. Access to a computer and email and internet facilities is also essential.

Corby Council’s rural pride officer and a member of the festival working group, Suzanne Preston, said: «If the festival is to become a well-recognised, high profile event, we need an individual or individuals who are just as enthusiastic and passionate about walking as Mel was and who can help develop links with other organisations and local businesses.»

«We will certainly miss Mel’s drive and commitment but I’m sure there is someone out there who will be able to do a tremendous job in putting Corby Walking Festival on the map. The champion would be well-supported by the working group and asked to sit on the planning meetings which are held every four to six weeks. This is a great opportunity to help raise the profile of Corby as a town that welcomes walkers both locally and nationally.»

Hundreds of walkers took part in the festival in May which offered 22 walks for people of all abilities over three days. The biggest challenge was a 35-mile trek covering all the parishes surrounding Corby, split into two walks over two days.

Corby Council’s lead member for community Cllr John McGhee said: «I’m sure the walking group will find the perfect candidate to become the next public face of the festival, who will help promote the value of walking in Corby.»

Anyone interested in becoming a local champion for walking can contact Suzanne Preston for more details on 01536 463177 or email her at suzanne.preston@corby.gov.uk.

Source:
Evening Telegraph - 7th July 2011


Official Website:  http://www.aroundcorby.co.uk/walking-festival.aspx 

See More: http://walkingfestivals.blogspot.com/2011/01/around-corby-walking-festival.html

 

Brush down your boots and sort out your socks, it's time for The National Forest's Walking Festival again!

The National Trust's Calke Abbey is taking part with guided walks around the estate's precious Lime Yards as well as a chance to meet the livestock - a hugely important part of Calke Park's landscape in more ways than one.

The Lime Yards walk will take place on Thursday 26 May. Your guide will help you to explore this fascinating part of the Calke Estate, so be sure to bring a torch to help with your discoveries! This leisurely 2 - 3 mile walk will last 1 hour 30 minutes starting at 2pm from the Middle Lodge on the main drive. Park entry charges are £1.70 adults and 60p children. Dogs on leads are welcome and admission charges to the park apply.

The Meet the Livestock walk is planned for Tuesday 31 May. Join the warden for an on-foot park safari to meet some of the woolly-faced friends and majestic deer that have been part of the Calke Estate's landscape for centuries. This leisurely 3 - 4 mile walk will last 2 hours starting at 2pm from the Main Car Park at Calke Abbey. Park entry charges are £1.70 adults and 60p children. No dogs allowed and admission charges to the park apply.

Philip Bittner, Assistant Manager of Calke Abbey said: «The Calke Estate is a major focal point for the National Forest, so we always take part in the Walking Festival's programme. What better way to enjoy the Spring season than by getting out in the fresh air and exploring the natural wonders of the park?=

Don't forget to stoke up your engines by enjoying a hearty lunch at Calke Abbey's restaurant - or maybe a tasty cream tea afterwards!

The National Forest Walking Festival starts on 21 May until 1 June 2011. 

Source:

About My Area - 16th May 2011

Official Website: http://www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk/ 

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http://walkingfestivals.blogspot.com/2011/01/national-forest-walking-festival.html

Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival set to begin this Saturday

THE Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival begins this Saturday, offering 16 days and 80 walks in the Lincolnshire countryside.

Most of the walks are free of charge and ramblers can just turn up at the start point.

Stuart Parker, secretary of the Lincolnshire Ramblers Association, said: «The Lincolnshire Wolds Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty is on our doorstep and we want people to enjoy it. We urge people to pick up a booklet of the walks and join us.»

The event runs from this Saturday to Sunday, June 5. It will be launched on Saturday, from 10.30am to 4pm, at Brackenborough Hall Coach House Holidays, in Louth, when a fun day takes place for all the family.

Sunday features a circular ten-mile walk, meeting at the Ramblers Car Park Nettleton at 10.30am. It will take in stretches of the Viking Way.

On the same day, a two-and-a-half-mile walk starts at Binbrook Village Hall at 11am.

A three-mile walk from Caistor's new Heritage Centre, in Plough Hill, takes place on Monday evening starting at 6.30pm, walking along the Viking Way via Nettleton's Salutation Inn.

Next Tuesday, a walk from Walesby Village Hall takes in the Ramblers Church. This starts at 6.30pm.

Appropriately, to mark the festival the "Walkers Are Welcome" status has been launched in Market Rasen.

The town has become the first in Lincolnshire to take on the status – the move to which has been promoted by Deputy Town Mayor Mike Eckersley.

Nigel Botting, a member of the Walkers Are Welcome national committee, said: «This is a terrific initiative. We have found it has led to a noticeable rise in the number of boots walking in the High Streets of towns involved, this leads to more business for traders. Walkers Are Welcome was launched four years ago and Market Rasen is now the 64th town involved nationally in the scheme.»

Mr Eckersley told the large group of walkers that launched the new status in the Market Place before setting off to ramble in the Wolds: «This is all about enjoying walking and we are grateful to everyone on the steering group for setting the new status up.»

Town Mayor Brian Richardson said: «This is the last event in my Mayoral Year and a prestigious one, in that Market Rasen is the first town in Lincolnshire to get this status. Walking brings people into the Wolds countryside for all the right reasons.»

Following the launch, walkers set out on four different walks in the Wolds with MP Edward Leigh among the walkers to give his blessing to the project.

Mr Parker expressed his delight at the link between the status and the two-week Wolds Walking Festival before setting off.

Source:

this is Grimsby  - 16th May 2011

 
Lincolnshire Walking Festival launch

WALKS across the whole of the Lincolnshire Wolds area will be taking place this month as part of the Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival.

The festival is now in its seventh year and features 80 walks taking place in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the surrounding countryside.
There are walks to suit all ages, abilities and interests, from gentle evening strolls to the more energetic long distance walking. And this year there is even the chance to try some Nordic walking.
Most of the walks are free and, for the majority, you can just turn up.

The official launch of this year’s festival takes place on Saturday, May 21 at Brackenborough Hall near Louth, where there will be a range of country craft stalls, nature trails around the farm and a series of walks.
The walking festival will run until Sunday, June 5, when there will be a finale event in Partney. 

Source:

Louth Leader  - 16th May 2011

Stepping out in the Wolds

WALKS across the whole of the Lincolnshire Wolds area will be taking place this month as part of the Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival.

The festival is now in its seventh year and features 80 walks taking place in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the surrounding countryside.

There are walks to suit all ages, abilities and interests, from gentle evening strolls to the more energetic long distance walking. And this year there is even the chance to try some Nordic walking.

Most of the walks are free and, for most, you can just turn up.

The official launch of this year’s festival takes place on Saturday, May 21 at Brackenborough Hall near Louth, where there will be a range of country craft stalls, nature trails around the farm and a series of walks.

The walking festival will run until Sunday, June 5, when there will be a finale event in Partney. 

Source:

Market Rasen Mail  - 9th May 2011

Official Website: http://www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk/

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http://walkingfestivals.blogspot.com/2011/01/lincolnshire-wolds-walking-festival.html

Group gets ready for annual walking festival - International Waendel Walk

A group of people and their assistance dogs will be among those taking part in this year’s Waendel Walk.

Members of the Northamptonshire Supporters Group Dfd, a group which raises cash for, and awareness of, the charity Dogs for the Disabled, will take on the walk this weekend, alongside thousands of others.

Members of the county group have four assistance dogs and two puppies between them and the charity Dogs for the Disabled provides more than 400 assistance dogs to adults and children with physical disabilities.

Kay Duncan will do the walk with her assistance dog Jasper while fellow group members Julie Basso and Luke Somerville will take part with their assistance dogs Cassie and Jaffy.

The trio will take part in a 5km walk on Saturday along with other group and family members. Over the weekend a total of 17 representatives of the group will take part in various events, including the various walks, with two also cycling 26km over the three days.

Mrs Duncan, of Edinburgh Road, Wellingborough, suffers with problems including severe fybromyalgia.

She has had her dog Jasper for almost 10 years.

Mrs Duncan said: «What spurred me on to do the walk this year was it’s Jasper’s retirement next year so it’s the last year we can do it as a partnership – but it won’t be the last time I will do the walk hopefully.»

«I haven’t taken part in the walk before – this is the first time, even though I’ve lived in Wellingborough for 22 years. But I know all about the Waendel Walk and how big an event it is.

It’s something I’ve always wanted to do but because my illness took such a lump out of my life I haven’t been in a position to do it before.»

WELLINGBOROUGH, car park of the old swimming pool, Croyland Road - 
a group of people with assistance dogs who are doing the Waendel Wallk this weekend - 
Kay Ducan Julie Basso and Sue Gray, Puppy is ELsie

This year is the 32nd Waendel Walk.

The event usually attracts more than 6,500 participants, some of whom travel to England especially for the international event.

To sponsor Kay and her group for the walk visit www.justgiving.com/Kay-Duncan.

Source:

Evening Telegraph - 12th May 2011

Official Website:  http://www.wellingborough.gov.uk/waendelwalk

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http://walkingfestivals.blogspot.com/2011/01/international-waendel-walk.html

Hit the trail for history, heritage and exercise in Derbyshire - Peak District's Historic Border Country Walking Festival

Don your walking boots and turn the clock back to follow in the footsteps of the wealthiest woman in Elizabethan England… or walk back in time to explore the most northerly place in Britain where Ice Age man came to hunt.

Both are on offer at the 2011 Peak District's Historic Border Country Walking Festival in north east Derbyshire where history, heritage and exercise combine in a total of 42 walks over nine days.

Stretching from the Elizabethan splendour at Hardwick Hall past the dramatic hillside ruin of Sutton Scarsdale Hall to the fairytale heights of Bolsover Castle and centred around the market town of Chesterfield, the Historic Border Country is where The Peak District meets Robin Hood Country.

Walkers, ramblers and strollers can enjoy beautiful countryside, charming villages and one of England’s oldest market towns at the annual Festival (14 to 22 May 2011) – with most walks free.

Walking highlights include:

In Bess's Footsteps at Hardwick Estate (Mon 16 May 2011) - Bess of Hardwick married four times, outliving all her husbands to become the wealthiest woman in Elizabethan England after the Queen. Join this walk to find out how Bess made this Estate what it is today. (Free entry)

Chesterfield Canal by Boat and on Foot (Thu 19 May 2011) - set out on the John Varley narrowboat for a 45-minute trip along the Chesterfield Canal, before taking to two feet to walk along part of the Chesterfield Round Walk. (All tickets £4.00)

Chesterfield Murder Walk (various dates) - for a spot of mystery, try this atmospheric and thought provoking tour around the heart of this medieval town in the footsteps of murderers and their victims. (All tickets £4.00. Adults only).

Stories in the Landscape at Creswell Crags (Sun 15 May 2011) - discover the history, archaeology and legends hidden in Creswell Crags as walkers explore the most northerly place in Britain where Ice Age man came to hunt. (Booking essential - Adults £3.50, Concessions £2.75, Children 5-16 years £1.50).

Or if you're looking for more of a challenge, try the Chesterfield Round Walk, a 34-mile trek through the countryside that surrounds the town.

And foodie fans looking for a chance to sample the best of regional cuisine and then walk off those excess pounds are in for a treat too because the Walking Festival also coincides with the Derbyshire Food and Drink Fair featuring celebrity chefs, renowned local chefs and more than 100 stalls, all under cover at Hardwick Hall (21-22 May 2011 - derbyshirefoodfestival.co.uk).

For more details about the Peak District’s Historic Border County, accommodation suggestions and short break ideas visit: visitchesterfield.info

Source:
Easier Travel - 5th April 2011

Official Website: http://www.visitpeakdistrict.com/activities/historic-borders-walking-festival.aspx

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Footsteps Walking Festival

FOOTSTEPS WALKING FESTIVAL

Periodicity: annual

Location:  Broxtowe Borough, Nottinghamshire,  East Midlands, England    

Time of the year: September

Duration: 9 days

Number of Walks:   35 walks (guided)

1st edition:   2011

2011 edition: 3rd - 11th September 2011 
2011 edition  programme:  http://www.broxtowe.gov.uk/CHttpHandler.ashx?id=22126&p=0 

2012 edition:
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Number of participants (average):

Notable walks:

Walks for disabled persons?

Price:  Most of the walks are free of charge

Notes:  Dogs are not allowed

Sponsoring: Yes

Organization: Broxtowe  Borough Council’s sports development team, Broxtowe Sport

Contact:
Eastwood Community Sports Centre
Mansfield Road
Eastwood
Nottingham NG 16 3EB
 
Phone 0115 9173711 (Julie Cole)
 
sport@broxtowe.gov.uk


Website:  http://www.broxtowe.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=9354


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Footsteps Walking Festival

FOOTSTEPS WALKING FESTIVAL

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Periodicidade: anual

Localização: Broxtowe Borough, Nottinghamshire,  East Midlands, England 

Altura do ano: Setembro

Duração: 9 dias

Número de caminhadas: 35 caminhadas (guiadas)

1ª edição:   2011

Edição 2011: 3 a 11 de Setembro de 2011 
Programa da edição 2011: http://www.broxtowe.gov.uk/CHttpHandler.ashx?id=22126&p=0 

Edição  2012:
Programa da edição 2012:

Número de participantes (em média):

Caminhadas mais relevantes:

Caminhadas para pessoas com deficiência?

Preços: A maioria das  caminhadas são gratuitas

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Financiamento: Sim 

Organização: Broxtowe  Borough Council’s sports development team, Broxtowe Sport

Website: http://www.broxtowe.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=9354

 
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Contact:
Eastwood Community Sports Centre
Mansfield Road
Eastwood
Nottingham NG 16 3EB
 
Phone 0115 9173711 (Julie Cole)
 
sport@broxtowe.gov.uk

Newport Muster

NEWPORT MUSTER

Periodicity: annual

Location:  Newport Pagnell,   Weston Underwood, Milton Keynes,  Buckinghamshire, East Midlands, England, UK

Time of the year: September

Duration: 1 days

Number of Walks:   4 walks (guided)

1st edition:   2009 (12th September)

2010 edition: 11th September 2010 
2010 edition programme: 

2011 edition: 10th September 2011 
2011 edition programme:
http://www.newportmuster.org.uk/the-walks/

Walk Number 1

Is called “The Picnic” – literally a quick 3-mile stroll around Bury Field, the ancient common that stretches across 180 acres in the middle of town, but this year with the extra opportunity for young families to enjoy a scavenger hunt and picnic sites.
Thanks to the Countryside Directorate of Milton Keynes Council, which now maintains the Field with support from the local Commoners’Association, Muster visitors will this year find a handy path round the perimeter plus a set of illustrated plinths telling some of the most momentous events in Bury Field’s colourful past.

Walk Number 2

Appropriately known as “The History” is a 6-mile sign-posted route around the town and its surrounding outposts and featuring some of the most important historical landmarks and buildings.The ancient town, which sprang to national prominence as a Front Line garrison in the Civil War of the 17th century, is steeped in history with important buildings and institutions still surviving from those long-ago days like the old Swan Revived coaching inn and Silver Street where many homes have remained unchanged for centuries.The site of Newport’s United Reformed Church, once a haunt of Christian writer John Bunyan and later the poet William Cowper – and this year celebrating its 350th anniversary – will also feature on “The History” route… as will the Aston Martin site, Tickford Abbey & the Iron Bridge

Walk Number 3
“The History 2″ 

New this year – takes in a ‘spur’ that extends the route around Newport’s most ancient old town and leads walkers out to view three of the most spectacular grandHistory 2 Map houses across the Ouse  … at Gayhurst, Tyringham and Lathbury Park. After completing History 1 as far as the High Street, reach Bury Field through the alley next to Boots the chemist, but only walk the field’s left side before following the Red Signs out past Kickles Farm. This route should total around 8 miles.

Walk Number 4 

Finally, and great news this for all serious walkers who want to set themselves a more physically demanding test, course designer Yates has set a 15-mile circular walk from Newport simply titled “The Challenge” which promises to take walkers through the beautiful countryside surrounding Newport. 

  

2012 edition:  
2012 edition programme:

Number of participants (average):

Notable walks:

Walks for disabled persons?

Price:  Paid


Notes:  


Sponsoring: Yes

Organization:

Contact:
c/o Jane Williams Treasurer
Newport Muster
3 Cross Lane
Weston Underwood
MK46 5LD

Tel 01234 713128
info@newportmuster.org


Steve Williams (Chairman) - 01908 216810 -   stevew@newportmuster.org
Vivian Wilson (Walk Marshall) - 01908 210040 - viv@newportmuster.org

Website:  http://www.newportmuster.org.uk/

Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Newport-Muster/103048933076671?sk=wall

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Walk and Ride Festival (South Pennines)

WALK AND RIDE FESTIVAL (SOUTH PENNINES)

(portuguese version - click here to see the english version)


Periodicidade: anual

Localização: South Pennines, North West/East Midlands, England, UK


Altura do ano: Setembro

Duração: 16 dias

Número de caminhadas: mais de uma centena, para além de passeios de bicicleta a a cavalo

1ª edição:

Edição 2010: 11 a 26 de Setembro de 2010 
Programa da  edição 2010:

Edição 2011: 10 a 25 de Setembro de 2011 
Programa da edição 2011: http://www.walkandridefestival.co.uk/_assets/Walk&Ride2010-1.pdf

http://www.walkandridefestival.co.uk/events.php


Edição 2012: 
Programa da edição 2012:

Número de participantes (em média):

Caminhadas mais relevantes:

Caminhadas para pessoas com deficiência?

Preços:  A maioria das caminhadas sãos gratuitas

Notas:  Até  2010 o  nome do festival era "South Pennines Outdoor Walk & Ride Festival"

Financiamento: Sim

Organização: Yorkshire Forward, Northwest Regional Development Agency

Website: http://www.walkandridefestival.co.uk/about.php

Página do facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=121616040409#!/group.php?gid=121616040409&v=wall

Contacto:
John Manning (Festival co-ordinator )
john@outdoorsmanning.com
Phone  01729 822547


Sue Leffman (Walk Cycle Ride)
sue.leffman@pennineprospects.co.uk
Phone 01422 846049

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Walk and Ride Festival (South Pennines)

WALK AND RIDE FESTIVAL (SOUTH PENNINES)

Periodicity: annual

Location: South Pennines, North West/East Midlands, England, UK


Time of the year:  September

Duration:  16 days

Number of Walks:  More than 110 walks, besides many cycles and rides

1st edition:

2010 edition:  11th - 26th September 2010 
2010 edition  programme:

2011 edition:  10th - 25th September 2011 
2011 edition  programme: http://www.walkandridefestival.co.uk/_assets/Walk&Ride2010-1.pdf

http://www.walkandridefestival.co.uk/events.php


2012 edition:
2012 edition  programme:

Number of participants (average):

Notable walks:

Walks for disabled persons?

Price: Most walks/events are free although for some, places will be limited and it will be necessary to book

Notes: Until 2010 the official name was "South Pennines Outdoor Walk & Ride Festival"

Sponsoring: Yes


Organization: Yorkshire Forward, Northwest Regional Development Agency

Contact:
John Manning (Festival co-ordinator )
john@outdoorsmanning.com
Phone  01729 822547


Sue Leffman (Walk Cycle Ride)
sue.leffman@pennineprospects.co.uk
Phone 01422 846049


Website:
http://www.walkandridefestival.co.uk/about.php 

Facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=121616040409#!/group.php?gid=121616040409&v=wall

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Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival

LINCOLNSHIRE WOLDS WALKING FESTIVAL

Periodicity: annual

Location: Lincolnshire Wolds, East Midlands, England, UK

Time of the year: May - June

Duration: 16 days

Number of Walks:  80 walks (guided)

1st edition: 2005

2010 edition: 22nd May - 6th June 2010 
2010 edition  programme: http://www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk/pdf/2010_walk_brochure_size_reduced.pdf

2011 edition: 21th May  - 5th June 2011 
2011 edition  programme: http://www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk/pdf/2011wwf_walking_brochure.pdf 

http://www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk/noahclass/


2012 edition: 26th May  - 10th June 2012
2012 edition  programme: 

Number of participants (average):  about six thousands

Notable walks:  
The Chocolate Walk
The Ghost Walk

Walks for disabled persons? Some

Price:  Paid

Notes:

Sponsoring: Yes

Organization: Lincolnshire Wolds Countryside Service

Contact:
Lincolnshire Wolds Countryside Service
Navigation Warehouse
Riverhead Road
Louth
Lincolnshire
LN11 0DA

Phone 01 507 609 740
angie.fordwich-gorely@lincsheritage.org
aonb@lincswolds.org.uk 

Website:
http://www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk/

Facebook page:

Logo:

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Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival

LINCOLNSHIRE WOLDS WALKING FESTIVAL

(portuguese version - click here to see the english version)

Periodicidade: anual

Localização: Lincolnshire Wolds, East Midlands, Inglaterra, UK

Altura do ano: Maio - Junho

Duração: 16 dias 

Número de caminhadas: 80 caminhadas (guiadas) 

1ª edição: 2005

Edição 2011: 22 de Maio a 6 de Junho 2010 
Programa da  edição 2010:
http://www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk/pdf/2010_walk_brochure_size_reduced.pdf

Edição 2011: 21 de Maio a 5 de Junho de 2011 
Programa da edição 2011: http://www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk/pdf/2011wwf_walking_brochure.pdf  

http://www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk/noahclass/


Edição 2012: 26 de Maio a 10 de Junho de 2012
Programa da edição 2012: 

Número de participantes (em média): cerca de 6 mil 

Caminhadas mais relevantes:
- The Chocolate Walk
- The Ghost Walk

Caminhadas para pessoas com deficiência? Algumas

Preços: Pago

Notas:

Financiamento: Sim

Organização: Lincolnshire Wolds Countryside Service

Website: http://www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk/

Página do facebook:

Contacto:
Lincolnshire Wolds Countryside Service
Navigation Warehouse
Riverhead Road
Louth
Lincolnshire
LN11 0DA

Phone 01 507 609 740

angie.fordwich-gorely@lincsheritage.org
aonb@lincswolds.org.uk

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