Walking: Longer
Julia is the convenor of this group.
She would like more volunteers to lead the walks. Please let her know if you are able to help.
She led our August walk through fields and woods from Sedlescombe to the Powdermill reservoir and back. The rain held off and we were mostly sheltered from the wind. A very pleasant walk. See photo on front page.
She also opened her garden for the group's annual bring and share and although rain was threatened it did not materialise and the day went well.
Brian led the June walk from Peasmarsh to Iden Park and back. The weather was perfect with sunshine and a light breeze, not too hot. Thanks to Lorna for the picture.
Lorna and Chas led the May walk from Berwick on the western section of the Pilgrim's Path visiting Berwick, Alciston and Selmeston churches. (see picture on right). They hope to cover the eastern section of the path on a later walk. Thanks to Lorna & Chas for the walk.
Steve Gibbs led the April walk in fine weather from Pevensey Bay to Chilley Farm near Rickney where we stopped for coffee, returning via a different route. Thanks to Steve for this walk.
Christine and Madeleine organised and led February's walk which started at Catsfield. It was such a lovely day. The weather was perfect and not too much mud either. Thank you both.
Please see attached picture taken at Wyland's Cafe. For those of you that aren't sure, yes there is a dog in the photo. Group members that own dogs are invited to bring them on the walks but please see the link for full details.
----- The aim is to join together at least twice a year for our socials at Christmas and during the Summer.
Currently the group is open for new members and there is no waiting list.
You have to register with each convenor so do not assume if you join one group you can turn up at the other. Please contact the leader beforehand.
For safety reasons we now have two HiVis Jackets one for the leader and the other for the backmarker. Additionally we are trialling the use of Walkie-Talkies to enable rapid communication between the leader and backmarker. It is group policy that a back marker is appointed on all walks and that they are always in sight of the leader. A whistle needs to be carried by the back marker and the group has a whistle for this purpose. If you are leader please collect the whistle from the back marker and hand it over to the next leader. We also have ICE (In Case of Emergency Cards). If you have lost yours please ask for a replacement on your next walk.
Also look at the link on the right for advice on first aid, safety and a leader's check list.
If you want to be adventurous you may be interested in consulting Walking England. There is a section on Sussex.
Dates for your Diary | |
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Tue Apr 2nd | Leader Lorna details to follow |