Walk and Sunday Lunch in the Peak District.

A lovely gentle walk in the east Peak District around Longshaw Estate and Padley Gorge. The walk takes in a combination of open parkland and moorland, dense woodland and a beautiful steep sided gorge. Longshaw Estate and Country Park comprises around 1600 acres of woodland, grassland, farmland and moorland owned and maintained by the National Trust. There are great walking opportunities with dramatic panoramas and Padley Gorge is home to many ancient oaks. We will start at Manchester Piccadilly train station at 9:15 and catch the train to Grindleford. The journey takes around an hours and will give us time to get to know each other befroe we start the walk. The walk itself will start from Grindleford train station, and will follow Padley Gorge up to the estate itself. Once we reach the estate we will stop off at the Fox House pub for an optional lunch and a drink. The Fox House dates back to 1733 and is one of the highest pubs in the area at 1132 foot above sea level. After lunch we will continue the walk through the estate and back down to the station to catch the train back to Manchester. Start and Finish: Manchester Piccadilly train station. Walk Distance: 4 1/2 miles Terrain: Easy walking along roadways and footpaths - some parts may be muddy Recommended Footwear: sturdy footwear or walking boots. The Social Circle fee for this event is £7.50. Any drinks or food are additional and payable by you. Book your place now to take your social life into your own hands, and don't forget there's no need to worry, even if it's your first event. You will be met by a host and friendly bunch of individuals, who will all help you to feel at home.