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Derby & S Derbyshire Group

We are the Derby and South Derbyshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Join us in the Weaver Hills area of Staffordshire with more manageable hills than more mountainous areas. From Ellastone we walk north to Wootton, along the base of the Weavers to Kevin quarry, south to Ramshorn and Wootton Park then returning across JCB testing grounds.

Sunday, 17 November 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
370m / 1214ft
Type:
circular

The group does not stop at cafes or pubs for lunch, and you should bring enough food and drinks with you to last the whole walk. We usually stop for a coffee break an hour or so into the walk, and stop for packed lunch around 1230-1300 although weather and a suitable location will affect both timings.

Risk assessment:  The walk leader has assessed this walk for risks, but during the walk others may become evident.  This is the English countryside in November, so expect some muddy/slippery sections, possibly inclement weather, farm livestock & warning signs.
You will probably come across stiles, gates and other path furniture, hedges, pinch points, and you are asked to be aware and take individual responsibility.
You should remain stay alert and take individual responsibility

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 11648 43401
Nearest postcode:
DE6 2HB
what3words:
reduction.shocked.alleges
Start time:
10:00 am

Church Lane cp, opposite the church in upper Ellastone

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking