Last Sunday fourteen members enjoyed ( or was it 13 Dave???) a
leisurely ten mile walk from Whaley Bridge to Windgather Rocks, a
gritstone crag above Taxal Edge popular with novice climbers. No takers
from the group for bouldering !! There were great views towards Todd
Brook Valley and Charles Head.
It was a warm day and our jogger,Campbell was sent in search of an ice
cream van near Pym's Chair car-park. This was to prove elusive until we
reached Errwood reservoir after walking through the scenic estate
created by the Grimshaws of the old Errwood Hall with its spring show
of purple rhododendrons. They made my buy one rhododendron get one free
from B and Q look sad !! { Also available from other retailers !!!!).
We returned to Whaley via the Hoyt where a welcome drink was enjoyed at
The Shepherds.
Thanks to Pete for stepping in on behalf of John and we wish John's feet
a speedy recovery. We missed you !! It would have taken us 60 hours to
complete your long distance challenge.
Sue Hudson
