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ABOUT THE CLUB
The club was formed
in 1935 by a group of five keen ramblers.
Early members took
part in the mass trespass on Kinder Scout in 1932, which resulted in freedom
to roam the moors becoming the generally accepted thing it is today.
A reputation as the
hardest walking club in Derbyshire was acquired, but the club has mellowed
and walks are now organised to suit most abilities.
Today the club has
around 75 members
Nelson’s Monument,
Birchen Edge
THE WALKS
Walks are led by
experienced club members who adjust the pace to suit the composition of
those taking part.
They take place
almost every Sunday, usually starting at 10am, are typically of from eight
to 15 miles and (depending on the distance) end at around 5pm - earlier in
winter when there is less daylight. Shorter evening walks are held during
the summer.
Walks mostly take
place in the Peak District and adjoining areas.
Eyam
Moor
Well Dressing, Foolow
GETTING TO A WALK
Members make their
own way to the start of a walk, almost invariably using their own cars -
that is obviously why most walks form a circle or figure-of-eight, beginning
and ending at the same point.
Occasionally,
particularly in summer, a minibus is hired to enable linear walks -
beginning and ending at different points - to take place. These walks have
proved very popular. They include a pick-up in Derby.
WALKING
WEEKS/WEEKENDS
These are organised
periodically at times like Easter in Derbyshire and other celebrated walking
areas such as the Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District and Wales. Members
stay in cottages, huts or youth hostels.
Borrowdale, Lake
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PROGRAMMES
Quarterly printed
walking programmes are issued to members. These provide the date of a walk;
the name of the leader; the starting point, indicated by a place name and an
Ordnance Survey grid reference; a brief outline of the route; the place
where lunch/dinner will be taken; and the distance
AFFILIATIONS
The club is
affiliated to four organisations involved in walking and related
activities. It feels these affiliations benefit members and walking as an
activity. It has a Ramblers Association (RA) representative who attends
local RA meetings to exchange information. It also has a footpath secretary
who ensures the club does its best to preserve footpaths throughout
Derbyshire.
The affiliations are
with:
The Ramblers
Association
The Youth Hostels
Association
Derbyshire Footpath
Preservation Society
Peak & Northern
Footpath Preservation
Society
FURTHER EVENTS
The club aims to
include a range of social events on the programme throughout the year.
These could include:
New
Year walk & Dinner
New Year
party
Topical
slide shows and talks
Theatre
visits
It is hoped to expand
and vary these
SUGGESTIONS
The committee welcome
suggestions from members on ways to improve the club and expand its range of
walking activities.
It aims to make Derby Nomad
Ramblers the best walking club in Derbyshire
ABOUT WALKING
Walking is a
healthy, natural and simple activity that should cost little to pursue.
The major investment
is in a pair of good walking boots. These can cost over £100, but adequate
footwear can be acquired for much less than this. A lot can be paid for
warm and waterproof clothing, but it, too, can be obtained at bargain
prices.
Another essential is
a rucksack, which also can cost a little or a lot.
HOW TO JOIN
You are welcome to
accompany us on a walk before committing yourself to joining the club.
Contact Chris, the programme secretary; for details of forthcoming walks,
alternatively you can find the programmes here.
The Members Secretary, Pauline, can also supply you with an application form if
you want to join the club. Alternatively the membership form is
available here. The current annual membership fee is £7.50
IMPORTANT NOTE
Members of the Derby
Nomad Ramblers Club agree that when leading or taking part in club events
that they will act in a manner that will not endanger the safety of
themselves or others.
The club, its
officers and appointed leaders accept no responsibility for any loss or
injury sustained by persons taking part in club activities. |
