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Main Instructor:

Susan Spall

Hosted By:

Susan Spall

Walk Description:

Join us for a 10km walk around the reservoirs of Longridge.

We will firstly walk up out of the town looking at some old terraces on the way. We can also start admiring the views out towards Parlick and all around. We can make a slight detour to enjoy the views even more.

We will walk round the 5 reservoirs. Also, along the way we will walk along a Roman road called Written stone lane.

On our way back into Longridge we will see some more of the old Longridge. 

Preston originally had water from springs in the Alston area and a reservoir was built in grimsagh in 1835. The first Upper Dilworth was built about the same time for water from Longridge fell. As water demand increased it was collected from the Bowland fells into the Alston reservoir completed in 1842. Demand from Preston incresased so next was Spade, after years of drought the other Alston reservoir was built. The last of the reservoirs to be built was the other spade coming into use in the late 1950’s. But four of the reservoirs 2 spade and 2 Alston have been underused because they haven't been needed, so they are being connected to the regiond network by a 6mile tunnel. So, build a large underground aqueduct taking the water to Franklaw where it will be treated before entering the huge network of pipes which connects communities from Cumbria to Crewe 

Written stone Lane takes its name from a large slab of stone on the wayside.   

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:

civic hall on the left along Calder Ave, plenty of car parking.