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Miriam Kletz

Walk Description:

Note 10.20am meet up for a prompt 10.30am start. Led by Walk Leader, Miriam Kletz  The Fire up your Friday walk is an moderate pace of around 5-6 miles, ideal for those who who would like to build their distance and stamina. The walks are based in countryside locations easily accessed from the East Lancashire Road (A580) or M56/M60/M62/M61 corridors.  Get some great Nordic Walking exercise, fresh air and chat! When allowed/feasible there is an optional brew stop at a local cafe or pub after the walk or sometimes a bring your own mid walk 'Rucksack cafe'.  

THIS MONTH - Join Miriam at Wheatacre Woods Nature Reserve & Colliers Moss Common, Burtonwood. A mainly flat route of around 5.5 miles on good paths with the option of a short steady climb to see the extensive views.  Wheatacre Woods Nature Reserve is a pleasant woodland, managed by the Woodland Trust and part of the Mersey Forest. The walk also takes us onto Colliers Moss which is part of the former Bold Colliery. RUCKSACK CAFE walk - Bring your own drink & snack on this walk. Allow 2.5 hours for this walk 

Meeting Point - Wheatacre Woods Car Park, off Gorsey Lane, Burtonwood, WA5 4HP. Travelling West, leave M62 at junction 8. At the roundabout at the top of the slip road, take the 5th exit (in effect turn right) onto Burtonwood Road. Follow Burtonwood Road, which then becomes Clay Lane, for approx 1.25miles. Turn left into Gorsey Lane, & the free car park is on the right immediately before a BLIND BEND after approx. 50yds. This is a blind bend so exercise extreme caution when entering or exiting the car park. There is a height barrier on entering the car park but no charge for parking. No toilets (the nearest are at Burtonwood services as you leave the M62), but there is good tree cover for going 'wild'. 

Google Maps - Search for Wheatacre Woods, Burtonwood, WA5 4HP. 

What3Words:///shifters.ramming.appoints takes you to the entrance to the car park on Gorsey Lane. 

PLEASE NOTE, you need to have your own poles to attend this walk as no poles will be available for hire on the day unless by prior arrangement. 

We will be walking on both grass and paths so make sure you’re wearing supportive shoes/trainers/boots with a good tread that you are happy to get dirty and comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather. Paws will be required (on and off on different terrains). 

Please remember to bring 1 - bottle of water and an energy boosting snack 2 - any medications you may need 3 - a small rucksack as you`ll need both hands free at all times 4 - a mobile phone is useful for any last minute notifications. Depending on the time of year you may need sunscreen, insect repellent and a hat ( if hot) and gloves, warm clothing and a flask (if cold!). 

Please note - you can cancel online up to the evening before the walk. Unfortunately, refunds are not allowed after this time. Please contact Miriam directly via phone/text on 07940 494791 if you need to cancel nearer to the start time so we’re not waiting for you. Likewise, please phone/text as well as using the online system if you want to book on at the last minute - we don`t want to go without you!

Location Notes:

Travelling West, leave M62 at junction 8 At the roundabout at the top of the slip road, take the 5th exit (in effect turn right) onto Burtonwood Road. Follow Burtonwood Road (which then becomes Clay Lane) for approx1.25miles. Turn left into Gorsey Lane, free car park is on the right approx. 50yds, on the bend. No toilets (the nearest are at Burtonwood services as you leave the M62), but there is good tree cover for going 'wild' whilst on the walk.