Sunday Walks are usually graded Leisurely or Moderate. Saturday Walks are graded either Leisurely/Moderate for lower-level routes or Strenuous/Technical for higher-level routes.
Leisurely - walks for the reasonably fit with at least a little country walking experience. May include unsurfaced rural paths. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are recommended.
Moderate - walks for those with country walking experience and a good level of fitness. May include some steep paths and open country, and may be at a brisk pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential.
Strenuous - walks for experienced fellwalkers with an above average fitness level. May include hills and rough country, and may be at a brisk pace. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are essential.
Technical - walks for experienced and very fit fellwalkers with additional technical skills. May require scrambling and use of ice axes or crampons.

Over the course of the last three years the Club have been prepared to encourage the use of the Denton Travel Services minibus for Club events by subsidising fares as minibuses leave a significantly lower carbon footprint per passenger than any other form of public transport. Minibus events in 2023 received a £688.50 subsidy, events in 2024 received a £510 subsidy and events in 2025 received a £526 subsidy. As Denton have confirmed that the cost of the minibus will increase by £100 to £525 per hire (i.e. £33 per seat), the use of the minibus will be reduced going forwards.

Since losing access to a Council self-drive minibus a couple of years ago, the Club are now even more reliant on all members participating, whenever possible, in Car-Pooling/Car-Sharing in order to reduce carbon emissions, allow those totally reliant on public transport to participate and relieve pressure on extremely limited parking at most of the walking venues. Ideally with increased participation, the same members won’t have to volunteer their cars each time and therefore the associated wear and tear/maintenance costs will be equally shared amongst all members. At the same time this will prevent 'car-pooling cliques' forming as, by travelling in different cars each time, you’ll get the chance to socialise with other members.

Leyburn (Yorkshire Dales [Saturday 25th April] - The suggested 11.8-mile BLACK walk (with 735ft of ascent) visits one of the highlights of the area at Castle Bolton. A shorter route of 9.7 miles returning from Redmire. The walk starts in Leyburn and heads west along the Leyburn Shawl Walk to Preston-under-Scar then on to the historic 14th century Castle Bolton. Heading south east to the village of Redmire then on to Wensley and back to Leyburn. Meet in the Leyburn Market Place area, DL8 5BJ. Car-sharing from Gateshead Civic Centre car park @ 8:30am will be in operation. Please contact the Secretary should you wish to make either an ‘Offer a lift from Civic’ OR  ‘Require a lift from Civic’ booking - if kindly offering to use your car, please state how many passengers you can take (petrol & parking expenses will be shared within each car). Alternatively, should you you wish to make your own transport arrangements, please make a ‘meet up @ venue @ 9:45am’ booking. Confirmed ‘Offer a lift’ booking(s) = Evelyn Brown. Confirmed ‘Require a lift’ booking(s) = Roger Smith, Kevin Nelson & Cath Fatkin. Confirmed ‘meet up @ venue’ booking(s) = 0.

Scottish Trip - Oban [Sat 9th May 2026 for 7 nights] - Cologin Farmhouse, recently accredited with a Silver Green Tourism Award for their sustainable practices and values, is a spacious traditional farmhouse. With a Cold Water Therapy Barrel and a Scandinavian wood fired Hot Tub from where you can enjoy some star gazing, a large south facing enclosed garden and patio there is space for everyone. The house is situated in the scenic Lerags Glen ensuring peace and privacy but is still less than 3 miles from the vibrant harbour town of Oban, with views across open farmland and walks from the door. The Barn, a rustic pub with plenty of character is nearby and is s good place to catch up over a drink and tasty local fare following the days adventures. Ellen Morrison, Mike Morrison, Lynn Ford, Ronnie Willison, Ian Storey, Jean Walker, Steve Walker, John Costello, Lucy Topping & Malcolm McVey will be staying in Cologin Farmhouse at a cost of £236.50 per member (inclusive of a refundable £20 breakage deposit). Should you also be interested in participating, please contact the Secretary ASAP in order to avoid possible disappointment.