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This will be an exploration of the high moors to the north of Hathersage and to the east of Ladybower Reservoir. There will be stunning views, edges, ancient monuments and wild moorland to enjoy.

The starting point will be Hathersage Village with toilets available. We follow Robin Hood Brook for a short distance before climbing up to Birley Farm. Turning north we proceed along an ancient route to Gatehouse Farm and across field to Bole Hill. After a short road walk we climb along Bamford Edge, past cairns and other ancient remains to the A57 at Cutthroat Bridge. There will be time for a short break along this stretch to admire the views and enjoy some refreshment.

After crossing the main road we follow footpaths past Moscar House and turn onto an old moorland track along Strines Edge. Eventually we head north east along Strines Moor Ridge and descend to our main lunch break at the Strines Inn.

Suitably refreshed we proceed along Foulstone Road across Foulstone Moor to Bradstone Gate Head. From here we descend gently with Black Tor and Lost Lad to our right. We then reach the edge of the Derwent Valley and make a steeper descent to the Upper Derwent Reservoir .We finish with a short walk by the reservoir, to reach Derwent Dam to arrive at our final destination the Fairholmes Visitor Centre for a 6.30 pm coach departure home.

In the morning the coach departs from the "Staff Of Life" pub in Sutton-in-Ashfield at 9.17am and from the Bancroft Lane end of Stockwell Gate outside Asda in Mansfield at 9.30am There are other pick up points between these locations. The coach fare is £12, accompanied juniors free.

For further information please contact Helen on 07592886381 or John on 07749164455. Alternatively visit our website www.suttonramblingclub.com

Sutton-in-Ashfield Rambling Club: Derwent Moors Ramble