u3a

Dronfield and District

Walking

The Walking Group aims to foster happiness and friendship between members by virtue of a common interest in the healthy and enjoyable pursuit of walking. The Group organises a rolling programme of walks designed to appeal to walkers of all abilities.

All walks are classified by grade and pace. For more details on these see Grades and Paces of Walks. All members are expected to read and abide by the Walking Group Guidelines.

The Group, in accordance with u3a principles, is inclusive of non-drivers. For insurance reasons, children are not allowed on any walks. We currently do not have dog-friendly walks.

The Group is keen to add to its membership and whether you are an experienced walker or simply seeking a leisurely stroll you are assured of a warm welcome. You are invited to participate in three walks totally free of charge before you are required to make a decision whether or not to join our happy throng. So please, why not give it a try?

Status:Active, open to new members
Coordinator:
When: Walks are planned for various days each week.
Cost: Walking group members are asked to pay £1 a year to cover the purchase of first aid kits and walking guides.

a group of walkers sat at a large sculpture at Chatsworth park

A group of walkers stood on a wooden bridge

A group of walkers in a grassy meadow on a sunny day

A group of walkers in a meadow on a winter's day

Click on the title of a walk to see the walk details.
Please remember to check your email before coming on a walk, just in case there are any last minute changes to these plans.

Friday 5th June 2026
Walk
Description Eyam & Stoney Middleton Risk Assessment Some road walking on quiet roads, short steep ascent, one steepish descent(poles helpful), stile Miles 6 Grade 2/3 Depart 9.30am Dronfield Sports Centre […]
Monday 8th June 2026
Walk
Description Baslow – Bank Wood – Bramley Wood – Bubnell Risk Assessment 2 awkward stiles, 586’ ascent/586’ descent Miles 5 Grade 2 Depart 9.30am Dronfield Sports Centre Car Park, Farwater […]
Thursday 11th June 2026
Walk
Description Longshaw Estate NT Risk Assessment Gradual ascent/descent on good paths Miles 2.5 Grade 1 Depart 10.00am Dronfield Sports Centre Car Park, Farwater Lane, S18 1RA Please remember to check […]
Friday 12th June 2026
Walk
Description Gardoms & Birchen Edges from Baslow Risk Assessment Some muddy tracks, wet underfoot in places, short rocky ascent to Birchen Edge Miles 6.5 Grade 2/3 Depart 9.30am Dronfield Sports […]
Monday 15th June 2026
Walk
Description Calver-River Derwent-Curbar-Bubnell-Calver Risk Assessment An undulating walk and quiet lanes. Miles 4.8 Grade 2 Depart 9.30am Dronfield Sports Centre Car Park, Farwater Lane, S18 1RA OR 10.00am roadside near the […]
Monday 22nd June 2026
Walk
Description Tideswell Circuit Litton Risk Assessment Many stiles, Well Dressing & Maypole Dancing in Litton Memorial Hall Miles 5 Grade 2 Depart 9.15am Dronfield Sports Centre Car Park, Farwater Lane, […]
Monday 29th June 2026
Walk
Description Rivelin Valley-Riggs Road-Moorwood Risk Assessment Footpaths, minor roads, 4 stiles, some hills Miles 4.5 Grade 2/3 Depart 9.30am Dronfield Sports Centre Car Park, Farwater Lane, S18 1RA OR 10.00am Rails […]
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