Ashover Ramble

The next ramble will be a steady ten mile circular walk from Higham in a pleasant rural corner of north-east   Derbyshire. The lunch break will be in the village of Ashover, with a choice of three pubs, the Old Poets Corner (great for real ale), The Crispin (more of a food pub) and The Black Swan. This would be an ideal introductory walk for new members, who would be most welcome.

   The route starts at Higham village and descends north-westwards to Ogston Reservoir. We then continue north along field footpaths to the hamlet of Handley, and on to Hollins Green. Soon afterwards we pass through Farhill, and arrive at Ashover for lunch.

  In the afternoon we move south past Overton Hall and through  the attractive Ravensnest  Woods. The next port of call will be Ashover Hey, and then more footpaths to the hamlet of Woolley, beside Ogston Reservoir.

  The last section of the ramble takes us south to Brackenfield, and across fields to the River Amber. Returning to Higham for a 4.00 pm coach departure home.

No need to book. Just turn up at one of the stops listed. Fare is £12.

Coach Departure

The coach picks up at the following points.
(With the agreement of the leader other pick-up points
on the bus route may be available).