If you would like to volunteer to lead a walk, please mention this to Phil, the Walking Group Coordinator, on one of the walks. The programme is set up quarterly and you will be able to choose a convenient date. Saturday walks are usually around 5-6 miles long and within 30 minutes drive of the central meeting points, but Sunday walks may be up to 8 miles long and within 40 minutes drive. |
1. Make sure that you are completely familiar with the route. Remember that landmarks can change, so try out the walk beforehand if you are unsure. |
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| 2. If the group is larger than 8 people, please appoint a backmarker to ensure that no-one lags behind and that gates are closed. |
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| 3. Choose a start point with adequate car parking and avoid car parks with charges of more than £2 for the period. |
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| 4. Where pub or cafe facilities/car parks are being used, please liaise with the owner beforehand to ensure that they are agreeable and can cope with the numbers involved. |
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| 5. Monitor weather forecasts beforehand to check if a cancellation or change of route may be necessary. |
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| 6. If you plan to meet the group at the start point of the walk, please ensure that someone is available at the central meeting point to provide lifts and directions. |
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7. Plan for a 10-15 minute break at a suitable midway point. In the case of a longer Sunday walk, it is customary to include a second lunch break at a suitable interval. |
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| 8. Aim to leave the central meeting points at 9.30 am and to leave the walk start point as close as possible to 10 am. |
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| 9. During the walk, try to stay at the front of the group, although circumstances sometimes make this difficult. |
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| 10. It is customary (but not compulsory) for the walk leader to hand round sweets or biscuits at the break. | ||
Internet Sources for WalksDiscover Derbyshire |
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