16 of us turned up for this now annual
ritual. Near
perfect wintry conditions – a light blanket of snow, a frosty atmosphere
and
blue sky – allowed us to enjoy a brisk walk from Birch Vale via Little
Hayfield
and Park Hall to the white shooting cabin and from there the views of
Kinder
Reservoir and its impressive backdrop. We greedily devoured the mince
pies and
mulled wine at the foot of William Clough before continuing around the
resevoir
and back into Hayfield, where we were joined at the George by Pam F,
Jack and
Lesley. A 20 minute bash down the Sett Valley Trail in the gathering
gloom got
us back to the cars. Some of us had made an effort with the festive
hats, but
Paul D once again stole the show with his complete Sant outfit. Well
done
Paul! An enjoyable day out and a good start to
Christmas.
ritual. Near
perfect wintry conditions – a light blanket of snow, a frosty atmosphere
and
blue sky – allowed us to enjoy a brisk walk from Birch Vale via Little
Hayfield
and Park Hall to the white shooting cabin and from there the views of
Kinder
Reservoir and its impressive backdrop. We greedily devoured the mince
pies and
mulled wine at the foot of William Clough before continuing around the
resevoir
and back into Hayfield, where we were joined at the George by Pam F,
Jack and
Lesley. A 20 minute bash down the Sett Valley Trail in the gathering
gloom got
us back to the cars. Some of us had made an effort with the festive
hats, but
Paul D once again stole the show with his complete Sant outfit. Well
done
Paul! An enjoyable day out and a good start to
Christmas.
Stockport Walking & Outdoor Group 