21/10/2018
Walkers met at the club hut and the majority availed themselves of the official transport whilst the overspill went with Cotton. This process was predictably chaotic and, in part, explains why Clowes was left behind. Rumours that members wished to avoid further discussion on matters H&S are, of course, entirely disingenuous. The group re-united at Chelmorton church, the start of the walk. The route passed the illy-willy water and picked up the Limestone Way as we passed Five Wells Farm. The A6 was successfully negotiated at the Waterloo prior to descent to Millers Dale. At this point, the group revolted and refused to follow the Leader along the Monsal trail, preferring the easier route through Litton, Water-cum -Jolly to Cressbrook and lunch. Good pace took us to the Three Stags Head where refreshment was taken. Members enjoyed the Gothic vibe provided. Crowson, in full cycling regalia, joined us at this point and added to the festivities. Home via Foolow and Eyam and an excellent tea which Benton attended knowing the quality of his daughter’s cooking. Cotton stuck to his guns and ‘’stayed high all day.” Even so, the leader judged him to be no worse than usual and accepted his kind offer of a lift at close of play.
John S
Derbyshire Pennine Club 