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Field meeting, Calton Hill, Miller's Dale and Tideswell Dale, Derbyshire

BCGS Posted on 8 February 2018 by admin8 February 2018
Field meeting, Calton Hill, Miller's Dale and Tideswell Dale, Derbyshire

11.00 – 5.00
12 May

Saturday 12 May (Field meeting): Calton Hill, Miller's Dale and Tideswell Dale, Derbyshire, led by Mike Allen. Meet at 11.00 in a large car park at the top of the hill on the A6 near Topley Pike GR: SK113725. Drive together to start point, then walk approx 600m to Calton Hill SSSI near Chelmorton. Drive east to Miller's Dale Station car park (small charge). Explore around Ravenstor and Litton Mill (walking approx. 2 miles in Miller's Dale) Bring a packed lunch for picnic at Miller's Dale station (toilets here), or possible pub lunch at the Angler's Rest (may take a while to be served). Possible extension to walk on to Tideswell Dale (time permitting). Easy walking, some steep slopes which might be slippery if wet, some rough ground. Wear suitable outdoor clothing. Finish around 4.30 - 5.00.

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