Latest programme
St. Edward’s Ramblers was formed
approximately 23 years ago when it was decided it was safer to walk in a group
rather than individually. It was a suggestion made to Ron and Kath Leech and
they very kindly took it upon themselves to sort out walks and lead; the rest of
us just followed like sheep. We have had some wonderful walks in the countryside
and beside the sea.
Ron and Kath worked very hard to provide
a varied and interesting programme. Sadly, after Ron’s sudden and untimely death
we were left like a ship without a rudder. We had to decide whether to disband
or carry on and it was voted to carry on in memory of Ron.
We still meet to walk every fortnight
but we now ask for volunteers to lead walks, and a programme is then put
together twice a year. We are a group of people, of varying ages, who enjoy
being in the fresh air and in each others company.
Many happy hours have been enjoyed and
friendships formed over these years and although a few people have dropped out
and several have “retired from active service”, it is still a flourishing group.
Previously it was basically Church members, but now we have been joined by
others who, in the main, readily support Church social events, and several have
donated money at least once a year in appreciation of the pleasure derived from
this “Church” activity.
We have had to cancel more walks this
year, because of the flooding, than we have ever cancelled in the past, but if
the weather is very bad we try to be sensible. We usually meet at the given time
with our rucksacks, picnic lunch and waterproofs (just in case!!). the length of
walks varies, but we average between 5 and 8 miles. We would be pleased to be
joined by like-minded people; do ask Pat Black or Kath Leech if you are at all
interested and they would be pleased to supply you with a walk sheet.
During the year we go out for the
occasional meal, or after a walk we may call for a bar-meal, but this is
optional. “Variety is the spice of life” and a warm welcome awaits you.
Programme
of Rambles - Meet at the Church (by car) unless stated otherwise
| Date |
Location |
Comments |
|
2008 |
|
|
|
12th January |
Denby Dale |
Meet at 10.00am |
|
26th January |
Wortley |
Meet at 10.00am |
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