The long walk, on March 11th, started from Plumley station car park. Only three intrepid folk ventured out on this walk, but the weather was kind at the start and finish, with only one downpour having to be endured mid-walk, just after lunch! The route took us via Tabley Mere, the village of Lower Peover and along the Salter's Way, before returning to Plumley village.

Don led and the walk was centred around the White Lion at Alvanley. The weather was springlike and we had lots of walkers. It was again perfect walking weather. Two good walking days in February!

February 12th was a sunny day with record temperatures and 10 people were tempted out on a 9 mile local walk using the Longster and Sandstone trails, encompasing Ashton, Manley and Mouldsworth. Plenty of snowdrops and crocus were in flower and the birdsong added to the enjoyment.

Maureen and Reg. led the walk from the Ring O' Bells in Frodsham. The route took us down to the marshes in a clockwise direction, before returning us to Frodsham to a hearty lunch at the pub. The weather was cold but dry.

6 hardy walkers left Appleton Reservoir for an 8 mile jaunt around Hatton and Daresbury using the Delamere way and the Bridgewater canal towpath. The weather was much kinder than forecast but under foot was rather muddy.

There were 24 walking, with Janet and Joan leading the walk. We started from the Red Lion Inn, Little Budworth, went north and then turned to the footpath alongside Budworth Pool, along the fields and then into Little Budworth Country Park. In the middle of the Park we came across two wooden carved tree trunks, one was a serpent and the other wasn't so we used that as a seat. This is the photograph with the sitting ladies and Brenda's dog. Pauline from New Zealand is now back home and so we all waved in the clearing 'Hi Pauline' so that she will see the photograph on the website if it is OK. We returned via the edge of the Oulton Park circuit. Len opened most of our gates for us and despite the seven stiles we were back at the pub in perfect time. The weather was fine, some clouds, no rain and mild. Joan organised the lunch bookings and the meals were good, quickly served and Frank, who walked most of the walk, enjoyed his bread and butter pudding with custard.

The long walk on 9 October was an eight-miler around the meres at Ellesmere (Shrops). Nine villagers participated. Again we were blessed with good weather, and enjoyed fine views. We sampled fallen walnuts but did not trust ourselves with the field mushrooms. One of us took a ‘dip’ in Cole Mere, which nearly turned into a bigger one than intended (photo available on website later). At the end we sampled the delights of the tea-shop by the lake shore.

Seventeen people enjoyed a five mile walk to Great Barrow on 26 Sept, in fine weather, followed by a good lunch at the Foxcote Inn, where we were joined by an eighteenth.

On a beautiful day six walkers headed to East Cheshire for a nine mile walk from Redesmere, through Siddington and back to Redesmere via Capesthorne
Hall. Lunch was had at Siddington Church and everyone enjoyed a first class walk.

The eleven walkers, including a Kiwi guest, were lucky to have a dry day and enjoyed a pleasant walk around Arley Hall. Our leader, who seems to have a nose for ice cream farms, found one, and of course we all indulged.

Nine walkers enjoyed an eight mile trek in the Appleton, Daresbury area and along the Bridgewater Canal, lots of wild life was noticed in Daresbury Firs. They were lucky enough to avoid the prevalent heavy showers, however, our very competent leader managed to get very wet in some tall grass.

Despite a poor weather forecast, 8 enthusiastic walkers enjoyed a 7 mile jaunt from the village of Caerwys, encompassing two trout fisheries and a nature park. On the journey home our leader found a delightful tea shop in which we all thankfully indulged.

At least 28 walkers heeded Ian's summons to Wigg Island, Runcorn - an unknown location for the majority. Ideal location for walking wounded - flat, even surfaces, good views across the Mersey estuary and warm sunshine, followed by inexpensive refreshment at a pleasant inn in Runcorn Old Town. No more than 4 miles. Many thanks to Ian, Brian and Frank for setting it up in painful circumstances.

On an unusually overcast day 12 walkers were enticed onto a 7 mile jaunt on the south side of Beeston by a charismatic leader (er..hum), commencing at Beeston village and looping around by the ice cream factory; a little drizzle during coffee break did not spoil a most enjoyable walk.

March short walk, 29/3/07. 18 walkers enjoyed a good morning for 5miles around Moore Nature reserve (not quite the same as last month), followed by good food at The Red Lion.

On another fine day 13 walkers set off along the River Dee from Eccleston Ferry to Chester, continuing on to circle the city on the Roman Walls and returning to Eccleston along the Dee, a very interesting 10.5 mile walk.

On a beautiful day for walking, nine walkers completed a local walk from Kingsley to Hatchmere, Norley and Crowton, viewing lots of snowdrops en route. A friendly farmer kindly gave us some information on hedging and Dutch elm disease.

Eighteen 'short' walkers enjoyed a local walk on Wednesday, 31st January. We walked from the 'Red Bull', along Roddy Lane, across to Gibsons Mill and to the driveway to Creewood. Thence to Ball Lane, a quick diversion towards the river and back for lunch. The ground was wet but not too muddy, the weather fine but overcast.

Nine Walkers enjoyed a nine mile walk from Spurstow though Peckforton and Bulkeley hills and back across the fields.

Maureen was in charge of the walk and the group started and finished at the 'Red Bull' at Kingsley. There were 16 and the walk was around Delamere Forest paths. The group walked from Kingsley, to Didsleygate Farm, through Houndslough Farm, Kingswood Cottage, and Waterloo Gate.

Kay led the walk and six of us joined her. The walk started at then end of Copper Mine Lane, Bickerton via the upmarket village Harthill, Brown Knowl, the old fort (Maiden Castle), and Raw Head. The weather was mixed but we did not get soaking wet. Chestnuts were plentiful and one of the photographs (see 'Gallery') showed some of us collecting the nuts. The photograph of the strange train lines was taken down the very steep hill but we did not know anything about it.

October long walk. Six walkers did an 8 mile local walk from the community centre over to Kelsall via Hatchmere, Crestys Waste and Kings Gate, returning by way of Manley Common, New Pale and ex.Crossley Hospital, Waterloo and Cooks Hill. A pleasant way to get sore feet and cramp!

Glorious morning of 12th September for 9 walkers and 1 dog meeting at Trelawnyd, 3 miles S. of Prestatyn. 7 miles with not too much “up” but excellent views of Snowdonia, Anglesey and the N. Wales coastline. Plenty of blackberries and no mud. An area worth further exploration.

14 walkers had good weather for a 5 mile field/canal walk around the Bunbury area. Excellent food at the Dysart Arms. Dry, for the most part underfoot. Pity about the 17 stiles!.

June. Long walk. 11 people took the Llangollen train to Carrog for a walk above the Dee valley back to Llantysilio.

Tea and cakes were partaken of at Carrog station, before commencing the walk. The weather started cloudy and bright, but rain set in later in the afternoon. The leader modified the route to reduce the amount of climbing, but this led to some dis-orientation, which brought us to lower ground. Four members took the opportunity to stop off for afternoon tea and let the train take the strain for the remaining miles.

May. Short Walk. A 4/5 mile walk led by Len, from The Bells of Peover around various other “Peovers” attended by 6 walkers.

The long walk was “enjoyed” by 9 waterproofed walkers for 7 muddy rainy miles near Bollington. Good company,nice pub at the finish, pity about the weather.

The short walk was 5 miles from The White Lion at Alvanley around Wodehouse Hill. 15 walkers enjoyed the exercise, in sunny but chilly weather, although the ascent from Foxhill to the seat on Frodsham Hill was as breathtaking as ever.

The long walk was 8 miles around Llanferres attended by 8 hardy walkers. In spite of the recent snow, the going was good and the weather fine. The views were great over the lying snow.

February Long Walk. 10 walkers enjoyed 9 miles in the Llangollen area, starting from ‘Trevor Basin’ and returning via the Panorama Walk. Bright sunshine was enjoyed for most of the way.

January Short Walk. 5 miles around Delamere Forest. 14 walkers enjoyed a pleasant stroll with friendly weather, followed by lunch at the Carriers Inn.