David and Jacinta's Walks- 2023

 Derwent Edge, Back Tor and Strines We last did this walk nearly a year ago- 20th December 2022. It was another cold, icy but sunny day and the lure of Derwent in such conditions was very attractive. The walk did not disappoint- up from Cutthroat Bridge to Derwent Edge was familiar, but fantastic in the conditions. The start of Derwent Edge. Lead Hill and Win Hill (in mist) in background We easily made our way along the edge to have a break and a snack at The Wheel Stones. Jacinta approaching The Wheel Stones The clouds above us eventually burned off- the winter light was wonderful. We made a token stop at Back Tor and returned to Foulstone Road (a track serving the many grouse butts) and walked down to the short section of Mortimer Road leading up to Strines. It was easier going in this section as there was less ice about and the views were superb all around. Frosted fungi beside Foulstone Road We nipped up to The Strines Inn for a quick drink and lunch- joined by a curious, magni...

Moscar, Stanage Edge and Bamford Edge This was the first walk (Walk 10) chosen from "Day Walks in the Peak District" as recommended to us by friends. Easter Sunday was forecast to be dry and somewhat sunny so we went off to Stanage; being a Bank Holiday weekend, most of the parking spots were full, or nearly so but we were able to park at our usual spot at Moscar Lodge and started the route at Point 8 in the book. We worked our way up to Stanage End in the heavy mist and early morning chill. At High Neb the mist and we were able to go down to the Hollin Bank car park in the clear. Stanage- after the mist cleared At the car park we grabbed a welcome cup of coffee from the Peaky Grinders horsebox and continued with the rest of the route. A nice cup of coffee (and a crafty Kitkat) The next section (first in the guidebook) was across fields and woods, and led us pleasantly away from the edge and towards Bamford Road. Start of the way across open fields and away from Stanage Elega...