This group was among the first to be formed.  Around twenty members have turned out to walk each month. Since the Eastwood U3A started in 2014 our 5 mile walkers have never missed the first Tuesday of the month walk. The friendly group walk in rain, shine, and even snow. We normally meet at Morrisons’ car park and car share, while some of our walkers go directly to the start of the walk

The 5 mile easy/moderate circular walk is often organised by the walkers.  In the winter months we try to choose walks on firmer paths

 A different walk is organised each time, members of the group have the opportunity to plan a route or just turn up to enjoy the walk

Walk details appear in the monthly newsletter and on the board at the monthly meeting.

Walks we have done, include amongst others: Straws Bridge, West Hallam-Linby- Gallows Inn, Ilkeston- Eastwood, part of Pentrich Revolution walk and D.H. Lawrence Blue Line Trail- Bluebell Walk, Swingate-Greasley,  Nuthall- Hucknall-Bestwood Country Park Greasley Church - Watnall Woods - Greasley

Starting off on Linby, before heading over to Newstead Abbey for a nice little café break. To beat the scorching heat, we took the shadiest route possible on the way back, wrapping things up with a lovely stroll through the Linby Nature Trail where we soaked in the seasonal wildflowers and local wildlife. Despite the blistering weather which made us stretch the walk a bit longer than usual, we still had a fantastic turnout.

Recent Walk with a group snapshot before setting out on a circular walk at Jacksdale

Our group setting out a walk at Bennerley Viaduct

5 Mile Walks Programme 2026

Programme is provisional and subject to change. Other suggestions include Dale Abbey or Straws Bridge - West Hallam, if anyone wishes to change a venue.

NB: Please remember to carry a card bearing next of kin information.

Thank you. Angie Shaw

Month	Walk	Leader
September	Cromford Canal, Mill car park	Linda
October	Stoneyford Ponds, park Jacksdale Garden Centre	Barbara, Pauline, Angie
November	Trowell Garden Centre, Bramcote Hills car park	Heather
December	Beauvale Priory	Ivan