Leisurely Canal Walk (Stanley Ferry, Wakefield)
15 people attending
5 places left
This is an 8 mile walk (approx) taking in part of the Aire and Calder Navigation as well as paths, local woods and fields around Wakefield.
The walk is fairly steady as it is pretty flat all the way around. We will look to stop for lunch (please bring this with you) and we will plan to stop for a drink at a lovely pub part way around (if the weather is favourable).
Please bring lunch / snacks with you.
Stanley Ferry is a popular mooring site located on the Aire & Calder Navigation in West Yorshire. It was here that the famous Tom Pudding tub boats were once loaded with coal before setting off in long trains along the canal to Goole.
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What to bring
Water: bring a good size water bottle
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: to carry your belongings
Boots: waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking, trainers are OK if the ground is dry and there’s little chance of rain
Gaiters: only recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of
Lunch: bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated
Food & drink
Bring your lunch, drink, snacks with you as we'll stop for a break part way through.