Pennington Flash Walk with Optional Lunch
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Join OutdoorLads on a walk around the Pennington Flash Local Nature Reserve and the nearby canal system. This is an afternoon walk - approximately 6 miles with plenty of additional options, including the option of lunch and some refreshments afterwards.
Starting at the nature reserve at 10:00hrs, we will walk around the lake and admire the local wildlife and then join the canal network where we will join the Leeds-Liverpool Shipping route. We will also take in sights such as the nearby marina and the wellbeing gardens. We will stop off at The Nevison Country Inn at 12:30hrs to enjoy some lovely homecooked food and the wonderful company of the staff.
At 14:00hrs, we will leave the pub and complete the rest of the walk - aiming to finish at 15:30hrs.
If you book and wish to eat at the Nevison, please see the message at the bottom of the events page. I need orders beforehand if possible - the menu is here: http://www.nevison-inn.com/
If you do not wish to join the group at 10:00hrs, please feel free to meet up with us whilst we are at at the Nevison Country Inn, (12:30hrs until 14:00hrs), and feel free to complete the second half of the walk. The choice is yours !!
Please contact the event leader if you have any queries.
This walk is mostly flat and the paths are of excellent quality, wide, and well maintained.
You may wish to bring your cameras and binoculars as there are many species of animals including a variety of birds that visit the area, including; Little Grebe, Great Crested Grebe, Cormorant, Grey Heron, Mute Swan, Shelduck, Wigeon, Gadwall, Teal, Mallard, Shoveler, Pochard, Tufted Duck, Goldeneye, Rudy Duck, Canada Goose, Moorhen and Coot.
Upon entering the grounds of the Pennington Country Park, follow the road to the left, passing the small car park. You will then reach the large/main car park. We will meet in the middle of the large car park.
Please feel free to bring your dogs for this event. The more the merrier ! The Nevison Country Inn is a very dog friendly pub. It is a large bespoke place with open air-seating, a large beer garden, plenty of parking and great selection of ales and ciders !
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What to bring
Water/bladder
Medication if necessary
Rucksack
Boots: Breathable walking shoes. Preferably waterproof for any wet/muddy areas.
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and drier
Socks: A good walking sock to protect your feet
Layered clothing: Interchangeable base and mid-layer/outer layer recommended for this time of year
Hat/cap
Trousers: A pair of walking trousers over jeans and shorts etc. due to changes in weather and consider a breathable fabric where possible.
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Walking pole/s if preferred
Sun cream - may be required owing to time of year
Dog treats/lunch for pooch
You may wish to bring along your camera to take some snaps of this beautiful area.
A small fee of around £2 is required for parking at Pennington Flash Country Park
Food & drink
Water/bladder
A packed lunch if required.There will be opportunities to purchase refreshments during this event.
You may also wish to bring an energy bar or protein snack/drink/fruit.