BIG Peaky Weekender: Bakewell, Queen of Tarts! (Sat 09:45)

This event is part of the Outdoorlads *BIG Peaky Weekender* and participation is intended for those attending the weekend event.

This walk will be at a leisurely pace and will be Darren's assessment walk to become a Lowland and Hill Walk Leader.

We set out from the hostel and descend into Ashford in the Water, then across the A6 for a gentle climb up to the remains of the 18th century Magpie lead mine near Sheldon. Here we take a short break to look around the site and information. We ascend to the highest point (342m) near to the summit of Bole Hill then down into the village of Over Haddon.

From there we descend into Bakewell for a leisurely one-hour lunch break. You have the option to bring your own packed lunch to eat on the riverside recreation ground, or lunch at one of the many cafes and restaurants in the town. Tarts and puddings optional! There are many shops and places of interest in Bakewell.

After lunch we will regroup to walk the Monsal Trail back to base.

IMPORTANT! - Participation Statement

You MUST complete a Participation Statement, in addition to booking your event space before attending an OutdoorLads event. You only need to complete a Participation Statement once, not for each event you attend. 

Anyone with COVID-19 symptoms, even if they are extremely mild, or who has recently tested positive for Covid-19, is asked not to attend.

Image Credits: Image 1 - Bakewell Tart © Isabelle Boucher and licenced for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence; Image 2 - Bakewell Bridge © Mike Fowkes and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence; Image 3 - Platform Wall, Former Bakewell Station and Image 4 - Footbridge, The Monsal Trail  © N Chadwick and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.