This was originally advertised as one of Peter Amour’s walks, but Peter has askedthat I step in and lead it for him. As per Peter’s original plan, we will meet up atMonsal Head (where the ice cream van is normally parked) at 10:00. There is alarge Derbyshire Dales District Council car park at Monsal Head […]

This year we have a change to the format of the last few years. The usual suspectshave been taking advantage of a free stay at the hut midweek. This is quite selfishand precludes our younger members, who have to work for their living, fromtaking part. So this year a weekend is included to let them […]

Stunningly located in the heart of the Llanberis Pass and surrounded on all sidesby Eryri’s most spectacular mountains, Ynys Ettws is possibly the best-situatedhut in Britain. After a ground-up refurbishment in 2023-4 this truly is a state ofthe art base for exploring Eryri, whilst all the major crags of the Llanberis Passare within walking distance. […]

South Snowdonia a great base for walking, scrambling and climbing.We will be camping in the Gwynant valley within range of both Cader Idris and the Rhinogs. Nigel Berry

My legendary Mow Cop walk: Start Timbersbrook Car park. Free. SJ 894628, demand.remix.grudgingRoute – Dane in Shaw, Congleton Edge, Mow Cop, Biddulph, The Cloud. 14 miles. Refreshing beer available en route. Nick Evans

The YMC Coniston Copper Mines Hut is perfectly situated for climbing on DowCrag and the many other crags around the Old Man of Coniston. There are alsoplenty of opportunities for walking, scrambling and other outdoor activities, witheasy access to other Lake District areas. An optional group meal is planned forSaturday evening (menu yet to be […]

This meet is currently fully subscribed. However, in case of cancellations I have opened a reserve list. Should you wish tobe added to this reserve list, please let me know.I also know that some people weren’t able to make this particular date. I guess ifthere were enough “extras” a second visit could be arranged.Details of […]

The Glen/Ben Nevis meet over the coming Bank Holiday weekend is relocated to North Wales, stopping in the Oread Hut, Tan yr Wyddra. The Fort William forecast is dubious and conditions on the Ben N face don’t look good for rock climbing. The forecast for N Wales looks good so we are hoping for some […]

It would be great to see as many Oreads as possible on this meet. Join the WhatsApp group or be in touch. Ed Bloomfield

After the abominable weather which graced my last two walks when I was heroically supported by Ruth (twice), Snod and Rachel, I have arranged for a more benign climate on this occasion.We shall descend to Dovedale by a little used route and then climb the Staffordshire bank. A short scenic traverse will then be taken […]