Peter Rowsell
Peter Rowsell
30 January, 2025
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Doncaster Ramblers – Along the edges Tuesday 28th January 2025.

Sixteen ramblers and two dogs dog met at Haywood National Trust car park. Two more delayed walkers joined at elevenses. Fortunately, the rain which had accompanied the drive had stopped and the rest of the day was mild and mainly dry. A variety of scenery was experienced.

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The walk went along the top of Froggatt, Curbar and Baslow Edges. Visibility improved allowing impressive views of the surrounding countryside across Curbar towards Chatsworth.

Descending down to Curbar for lunch the walkers passed the ‘Round House’ (in the Civil War prisoners were held in this lockup prior to being taken to Sheffield gaol). Then two Pinfolds.  Stray sheep and cattle were rounded up by the Pinder and kept in the Pinfold, a purpose-built enclosure for stray animals.  Their owner had to pay a fine to release them. 

After lunch the walk followed the River Derwent upstream to Froggatt Bridge passing through woodland. The final leg involved a steep climb back up to Froggatt Edge.

Great to see so many on this history walk
Great to see so many on this history walk Credit: Doncaster Ramblers

Thanks to George for back marking.

AMG

 

The worst the weather the happier we get
The worst the weather the happier we get Credit: Doncaster Ramblers

 

Non-members welcome,  on Rambler walks just turn up and you will be well looked after  

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