Sutton Rambling Club prepares for Manifold Valley Ramble
Sutton Rambling Club is preparing for an “attractive 10-mile linear walk between Ilam and Hulme End in a southern section of the White Peak” on Sunday, November 27.
The Manifold Valley Ramble will follow well-defined paths, with lovely scenery throughout the day.
A shorter walk option is available and new members are most welcome
This ramble will focus on the beautiful Manifold Valley.
The walk will start from Ilam village, where toilets are available.
There will be a picnic lunch stop at Throwley Old Hall, an attractive ruined stately home and Grade II-listed building.
There follows a pleasant walk through peaceful hills to rejoin the River Manifold near Thors Cave, a spectacular natural cavern within a limestone crag.
Onwards then to Wetton Mill for an afternoon tea stop, with a café and toilets.
The last section continues by the River Manifold before heading away from river near Swainsley and finishing at Hulme End for a 4pm coach departure home.
The coach departs from the Staff of Life pub, West End, Sutton, at 9.15am and outside Asda, Stockwell Gate, Mansfield, at 9.30am.
The coach fare is £12, or free for accompanied juniors.
For further information, call Helen Woodruff on 07592 886381, or John Price on 07749 164455, or visit suttonramblingclub.com