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Susan Spall

Walk Description:

Join us for a 5.2 mile walk along the old Lancaster to Kirby Lonsdale railway line, which is now a popular cycle and walking trail. 

The walk is to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the first steam engine being run at the Stockton and Darlington railway. There is also two more railway associated things to note.

150 years since the Settle and Carlisle line opened and 50 years of the Dalesrail ramblers, they had a considerable influence in keeping the Settle and Carlisle open. 

We will start by catching the bus from the bus station out to Caton where we will join the trail which runs alongside the river lune, over the Crook of Lune and under the fabulous Lancaster canal aqueduct before entering Lancaster at the bottom of the castle.

Plenty of places for refreshment in Lancaster after the walk. 

You can either catch the train from Preston and then a short walk to the bus station Or drive to the park and ride, bus into the bus station and then all of us bus out to Caton. 

It is essential to register and book in advance online.

 

It is advisable to wear a bum bag with a water bottle or hydration pack. Do bring a high energy snack to have on the hoof or as soon as we finish. Wear comfortable clothing that suitable for the weather. Do wear sturdy grippy shoes.

We respect people`s busy agendas and do like to start promptly. Please arrive 5 minutes early for your class and be ready to start on time.

 

Walk speed guide:

Gentle stroll - Gear 1 - Nice pace that you can do for extended periods. 2-2.5mph (these generally are our Wellness walks)   Easy walk - Gear 2 - Faster pace gained through technique. Expect Gear 2 at times throughout the walk with occasional photo stops. 2.5mph (Most of our 1-hour Explorer walks)   Moderate walk - Gear 2/3 - Faster again using technique and with less recovery. Very little stopping. 2.5mph-3mph+ (these are generally Total Body Walx, but also explore this pace on our Explorer and Adventure walks)   Strenuous walk - gear 3/4  (these are generally Total Body Walx, but also explore this pace on our Explorer and Adventure walks).

You are asked to contact your WALX Guide by phone, leaving a voicemail or sending an sms text to the number listed below, if you are likely to be delayed as we do start classes promptly.

Whilst we do understand that sometimes it is not possible to make a class, please be aware that we do operate a no refund policy if you give us less than 2 hours’ notice.

All activities are undertaken at your own risk. We cannot be held responsible for any injuries or accidents incurred. We undertake to deliver all classes with qualified staff and have made every effort to risk assess all WALX. On occasions it is necessary to make dynamic risk assessment decisions when there is a localised incident such as trees fallen en route, flooding, traffic changes, etc.

Please ensure your PARQ is up to date and notify us in writing if you have any change to your medical records, or physical or mental wellbeing. This should include any surgery, falls, knocks, or accidents. Thank you.

Contact details (only contact to notify if late or cancelling)

Matt 07530 813225

 

Location Notes:

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