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7th September - Salt and Pepper Please

Start Time: 09:30
A strenuous walk with interesting features - the clue's in the title!

7th September - Peers Clough Packhorses - meet the ponies

Start Time: 10:00
An open day at Peers Clough Farm on the Mary Towneley Loop of the Pennine bridleway, giving visitors an opportunity to meet our locally bred trekking Fell ponies, get hands on and bums in the saddle. Suitable for all!

7th September - First Steps to Navigation

Start Time: 10:00
Beginners’ day course to learn navigation skills. The day will include basic map and compass skills training and practical navigation exercises. The walk will take place in the beautiful landscape above Hebden Bridge - Erringden Moor and Broadhead Clough Nature Reserve. 6 hours including lunch break.

7th September - Up the Buttress

Start Time: 10:00
A competitive cycle hill climb up the cobbles in Hebden Bridge. Details still TBC. Check www.singletrackworld.com for updates

7th September - Cragg Vale Meander

Start Time: 10:00
An easy paced on road led cycle ride up Cragg Vale, part of the route of the 2014 Tour de France. Ride will finish in time for participants to attend the Up the Buttress Hill Climb event in Hebden Bridge.

7th September - What is Gannister?

Start Time: 11:30
Get up high above Marsden on this leisurely paced walk visiting Black Moss reservoir and Deer Hill catchwater.

7th September - Nordic Walk, Marsden

Start Time: 13:30
Walking with poles the Nordic way. Come and join us for a walk round the Tunnel End Nature Trail. We will supply the poles and instruction so all you have to do is turn up and have a go. Please call for further information and to book a place.

7th September - Mad About Bats

Start Time: 19:00
A family-friendly bat talk and walk to detect some of Marsden’s night-time creatures with the help of West Yorkshires Bat Group.

8th September - The Moor Power Mountain Bike Challenge

Start Time: 08:30
A challenging 30 km moorland mountain bike ride. Starting and finishing at Hollingworth Lake, raise money for charity in the process through sponsorship and your entry fee (£15). Registration from 8.30 - Mass start at 9.30 from Hollingworth Lake Visitors Centre.

8th September - Le Tour en Calderdale - Ride the Route

Start Time: 08:30
In July 2014 the riders on Stage 2 of the Tour de France will pass through Calderdale en route to the stage finish in Sheffield. Our event gives riders the chance to ride the entire 22 miles of the Calderdale section of the route, including the climbs of Cock Hill, Cragg Vale, and Ripponden Bank, starting and finishing in Halifax. Event will include a stop(s) for refreshment en route.

8th September - Hitting the High Spots

Start Time: 09:30
A testing but rewarding walk which incorporates three high points with excellent views over the Marsden Moor estate.

8th September - Greetland and Norland Moors

Start Time: 10:00
A walk through a colourful part of Calderdale, with good views.

8th September - Pioneers Round

Start Time: 10:00
A 20 mile walk around Rochdale District devised by Derek Magnall in 1994 to commemorate the first 150 years of the Co-operative movement forming in Rochdale.

8th September - Between a rock and a hard place.

Start Time: 11:45
Art walk with artist Angie Rogers. A brief but very steep walk up Widdop's north ridge to settle amongst boulders and heather to sketch spectacular views of the reservoir below.

8th September - Widdop Reservoir and Dove Stones

Start Time: 12:30
A rewarding route linking Widdop Reservoir in striking gritstone scenery, to the rocky outcrops of Dove Stones, The Scout and Raven Stones. Excellent views from the edges (rough terrain)

8th September - Fells on the Fells

Start Time: 13:00
Ride along historic packhorse trails across the fells, on locally bred Fell ponies. A unique and natural way to experience our rugged and beautiful landscape.

8th September - Egypt, Greenland and the Great Flood all in one afternoon!

Start Time: 13:00
An exploration of the Pennine moorland valley of Colden and its surroundings. With place names like Egypt, Greenland and Noah Dale, there’s plenty left to the imagination. Good tracks and steady gradients all the way.

Walk and Writing Workshop

8th September - Walking Words

Start Time: 13:00
A leisurely walk of around 1.5 hours in the woods and fields surrounding Hebden Bridge, followed by a two hour writing workshop where together we will write an alternative walking guide. Cost for walk and workshop £10

8th September - Magical Family Storytelling Walk with storyteller Peter Findlay

Start Time: 14:00
Fantastical Tales for all the family on this short walk suitable for all the family. To celebrate the opening of Marsden Walkers are Welcome new fully accessible trail funded by Community Spaces. The stories told by Peter Findlay are inspired by the new i spy wildlife trail, the river and the scenery. Half the walk is suitable for wheelchairs and is level access alongside the river. The entire walk is suitable for all terrain pushchairs.

9th September - Hurstwood and beyond

Start Time: 10:00
Join Bill Brady and Tony Lund to try the mountain bike trail at Hurstwood as well as existing bridleways in Lancashire and West Yorkshire

9th September - The Rochdale Way Part 1

Start Time: 10:00
Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre to Walsden via the Rochdale Way and back on a different route. This is the first day of 6 guided walks and a certificate will be awarded for those that complete all 6.

10th September - Health Walk Slaithwaite

Start Time: 10:30
The Health Walk will last up to an hour . Please contact the leader for more information. These walks are for people wanting to get back into walking, so don't worry about your pace, no one gets left behind.

10th September - Sowerby Bridge Triangle

Start Time: 11:30
A 10 mile walk south west of Sowerby Bridge via an old railway, woods, farms, Norland Moor, historic Copley, River Calder & canal. Jubilee Refreshment Rooms at the Station for coffee before the walk, sandwiches for your picnic or tea or real ale afterwards or even a panini or pie and peas. Trains: Manchester Vic. 10:21 arr SB 11:09 Leeds 10:37 Bradford 10:57, Halifax 11:12 arr SB 11:19

11th September - Shibden Valley Bridleways

Start Time: 09:30
An easy paced led off road cycle ride along the bridleways of the Shibden Valley in the company of members of the RSF (Rough Stuff Fellowship). Figure of eight route including lunch stop at Shibden Park

11th September - Walk and learn about our spectacular Packhorse Trails

Start Time: 10:00
Walk along several miles of our local packhorse trails. You will learn more about their design and their purpose, as well as their geography and history whilst enjoying our lovely countryside.

11th September - Walsden Loop

Start Time: 10:00
Join the Pennine Bridleway Ranger on this 20 mile mountain bike from valley bottom to moor tops

11th September - The Rochdale Way Part 2

Start Time: 10:00
From Summit, the highest point on the Rochdale Canal, to Healey Corner on the Rochdale Way, coming back by a different route. This is the second part of the Rochdale Way walk in the festival, with a certificate for those that complete all 6 days.

11th September - Cotton and Crow

Start Time: 10:30
Moderate circular walk that takes in the Calderdale Way up to the villages of Soyland, Mill Bank and Cottonstones, before climbing up Crow Hill for panoramic views.

11th September - Fells on the Fells

Start Time: 13:00
Ride along historic packhorse trails across the fells, on locally bred Fell ponies. A unique and natural way to experience our rugged and beautiful landscape.

Fun fitness training

11th September - Equilates

Start Time: 19:30
Fun exercise session specially developed with horse riders in mind. Everyone welcome, suitable for all ages, you dont need a horse- just a pair of trainers and a bit of enthusiasm.

12th September - Greenbooth and Naden Reservoirs

Start Time: 11:00
Explore the moors above Rochdale and marvel at the 117 feet high and 1,000 feet long dam at the southern end of the Naden Valley which drowned Greenbooth Village in 1958

12th September - Greenfield Footpath Discovery Circular

Start Time: 11:00
A circular walk from Greenfield railway station taking in the disused railway line (Pennine bridleway) then heading in the Mossley direction. After turning uphill south and east using little used footpaths, the walk passes through various Saddleworth hamlets and farms to Chew Brook. From there you'll carry on below Pots and Pans war memorial and Primrose Hill , Pob Green and Saddleworth church and back to the old railway line and return to Greenfield.

12th September - Castleshaw Roman Forts

Start Time: 13:30
Castleshaw Roman forts, Heritage Open Day guided tour. Learn about past and future excavations.

12th September - Bat Evening at Jerusalem Farm

Start Time: 19:00
Bat talk and walk with Calderdale Council Countryside Service and West Yorkshire Bat Group. This is a chance to spot and identify different bat species in the company of experts.

13th September - Rochdale Way Part 3

Start Time: 10:00
From Healey Corner to Hooley Bridge, Hayward, on the Rochdale Way, coming back by a different route. This is the third part of the Rochdale Way walk in the festival, with a certificate for those that complete all 6 days.

13th September - Rolling Boar Trails

Start Time: 10:00
Join Bill Brady and Tony Lund on a loop taking in sections of the Pennine Bridleway and ending up at Cragg and Lee quarries. Booking is essential

13th September - Star Trek

Start Time: 10:30
From Todmorden we walk along the canal to Bacup Road and Gorpley Clough, crossing the moor to Limers Gate. We walk behind the astronomy centre, cross the moors to Tower Causeway and then continue downhill to Centre Park.

13th September - Health Walk Holmfirth

Start Time: 11:00
We offer 2 walks today - a Health Walk which will last up to an hour and a Health Walk Plus which will last up to two hours. Please contact the leader for more information. These walks are for people wanting to get back into walking, don't worry about your pace as no one gets left behind.

14th September - The Bog Trotters

Start Time: 10:00
Come for a trot across the bog and learn about peat pipes, meat-eating plants, sphagnum moss and how our peatland restoration work is helping save the world!

14th September - Peers Clough Packhorses - meet the ponies

Start Time: 10:00
An open day at Peers Clough Farm on the Mary Towneley Loop of the Pennine bridleway, giving visitors an opportunity to meet our locally bred trekking Fell ponies, get hands on and bums in the saddle. Suitable for all!.

14th September - Brighouse Boundary Walk Part 1

Start Time: 10:30
A walk around the former Borough boundary of Brighouse in West Yorkshire in two parts.

14th September - Hitching Stone

Start Time: 10:45
A walk on Bradford's moors near Keighley, to discover more about the local history and heritage, and see the largest boundary stone in the whole of Yorkshire.

14th September - Small Plants in a Big Landscape

Start Time: 11:00
Get up close to ferns, mosses and lichens and discover hidden worlds. A walk that will focus on these overlooked and underappreciated plants which give texture to the landscape. A limited number of hand lenses will be available for close observation - if you have you own please bring it along.Tickets £6

14th September - Romans, Monks & Weavers

Start Time: 13:00
See the Roman forts at Castleshaw, hear about the Medieval Grange, the handloom weavers, water powered mills & the reservoir navvies

14th September - A Samuel Laycock / Yorkshire poetry walk

Start Time: 13:30
Meet in the library at 1.30pm for a few poems to set you on your way, walk the 4 mile Intake Head Route to see the birthplace of Samuel Laycock, hear some of his poems, some penny poet history, see some stunning views and walk varied terrain. Return approx 4pm. Accompanied by Paul Salveson, Yorkshire and Lancashire Dialect expert and Julian Jordan, performance poet from Write Out Loud. Book via the library 01484 222555 or by email marsden.lic@kirklees.gov.uk £2 donation to Marsden Walkers are Welcome on the walk. Partnership with Kirklees Health Walks, Libraries, Write out Loud and Marsden Walkers are Welcome

15th September - Meet the Flintstones

Start Time: 10:00
People have been living and working on the moors for thousands of years. Join National Trust’s archaeologist to discover the fascinating story of prehistoric man’s life on Marsden Moor.

15th September - The West Pennine Moors and Monument Cycle Tour

Start Time: 10:00
A figure of eight cycle tour of the West Pennine Moors. Two nine mile circuits, the morning one passing reservoirs and woodland, the afternoon one at a higher level with distant views, plus a visit to Darwen's Jubilee Tower. A leisurely ride with ample cafe and rest stops. Do one loop or both, your choice!

15th September - And There's More

Start Time: 10:00
A hard circular walk through attractive Saddleworth countryside.

15th September - Brighouse Boundary Walk Part 2

Start Time: 10:30
A walk around the former Borough boundary of Brighouse, West Yorkshire, in two parts.

15th September - The Blue Pig Trot

Start Time: 10:30
A 12 mile circular ride along bridle tracks and quiet country roads. There are a few oportunities to canter, but due to the rough terrain the majority of the ride will be at walk and trot pace.

15th September - Small Plants in a Big Landscape

Start Time: 11:00
Get up close to ferns, mosses and lichens and discover hidden worlds. A walk that will focus on these overlooked and underappreciated plants which give texture to the landscape. A limited number of hand lenses will be available for close observation - if you have you own please bring it along.Tickets £6

15th September - More Tea Vicar?

Start Time: 11:30
A Sunday afternoon ramble at a leisurely pace in the splendid and picturesque Wharfedale valley. The walk on tracks and paths avoids some of the better known routes. we will wind our way to Addingham where there will be the opportunity for a pleasant and relaxing cup of tea at St Peters Church Hall before returning along the Wharfe via the Dales Way to Ilkley.

15th September - Fells on the Fells

Start Time: 13:00
Ride along historic packhorse trails across the fells, on locally bred Fell ponies. A unique and natural way to experience our rugged and beautiful landscape.

15th September - Towneley Heritage and Woodland Day

Start Time: 13:00
Free fun family day of activities to enjoy and find out more about Burnley's natural heritage and environmental projects. Includes guided walks, Civil War re-enactment, chainsaw carving , birds of prey, woodland crafts,story telling,traditional music and dance. There will be Three easy guided walks at Heritage and Woodland Day : 1pm Woodland Heritage, 2pm Boggarts and Legends, 3pm Woodland Wildlife

15th September - Pub to Pub

Start Time: 13:30
The Rotary Club of Huddersfield's Annual Charity Walk in support of Disaster Aid. A choice of two walks - either walk from the Old Bridge to the Nook directly, a distance of a few hundred yards, or do a 7 mile loop through the beautiful Holmfirth countryside and be back at the Nook in time for tea!

16th September - Rochdale Way Part 4

Start Time: 10:00
From Hooley Bridge (Heywood) to Slattocks (Middleton) on the Rochdale Way, coming back by a different route. This is the fourth part of the Rochdale Way walk in the festival, with a certificate for those that complete all 6 days.

16th September - Historic Littleborough

Start Time: 13:00
An easy walk taking in the Coach House and Heritage Centre, Hare Hill Park, the Town House, Carriage Drive and the Rochdale Canal towpath

17th September - Boulsworth Hill from the Dark Side

Start Time: 09:30
Until open access there was no legal route from Calderdale but this walk climbs to the summit from the Yorkshire side using shooting tracks and heather moor. It also samples a new, remote section of the Pennine Bridleway before returning across the ancient packhorse route, Gorple Gate. Boulsworth Hill marks the highest point on the ridge separating East Lancashire and Calderdale. On a clear day you can see from West Cumbria to the West Midlands.

17th September - Stoodley Pike Heritage Walk

Start Time: 10:30
A heritage walk that visits milestones, boundary stones and packhorse trails as well as the Te Deum Stone and the iconic Calderdale monument of Stoodley Pike.

17th September - Health Walk Slaithwaite

Start Time: 10:30
The Health Walk will last up to an hour . Please contact the leader for more information. These walks are for people wanting to get back into walking, so don't worry about your pace, no one gets left behind.

18th September - The Pennines By-Cycle!

Start Time: 10:00
A leisurely off-road cycle tour of the surrounding moors, valleys and reservoirs with a visit to Hebden Bridge for lunch.

18th September - Rochdale Way Part 5

Start Time: 10:00
From Slattocks to Jubilee (Newhey) on the Rochdale Way, coming back by a different route. This is the fifth part of the Rochdale Way walk in the festival, with a certificate for those that complete all 6 days.

18th September - Wednesday Walkers Walk 3 - Oldham's Peak District

Start Time: 10:00
Explore Oldham's beautiful countryside on one of Wednesday Walkers regular walks. Walk 3 proceeds at a brisker pace, taking in Dovestone and Chew Valley

18th September - Wednesday Walkers Walk 4 - Tame Valley Tracks

Start Time: 10:00
Explore Oldham's beautiful countryside on one of Wednesday Walkers regular walks. Walk 4 explores the Tame Valley and may be strenuous and involve rough terrain

18th September - Wednesday Walkers Walk 2 - Crompton Circular

Start Time: 10:30
Explore Oldham's beautiful countryside on one of Wednesday Walkers regular walks. Walk 2 proceeds at a moderate pace around Shaw and Crompton, inlcuding Brushes Clough and Crompton Moor

18th September - Wednesday Walkers Walk1 - Royton Circular

Start Time: 10:45
Explore Oldham's beautiful countryside on one of Wednesday Walkers regular walks. Walk 1 proceeds at a gentle pace around Royton including Tandle Hill Country Park

18th September - Cheesden Valley

Start Time: 11:00
Explore beautiful countryside high on the moors above Rochdale and the secluded wooded gorges which once hummed with the sounds of modest textile mills

18th September - Around A Day's March.

Start Time: 11:00
Circular walk overlooking and crossing Castleshaw valley Saddleworth. Rich heritage: Roman forts and road, medieval history, hand & water powered textile production.

18th September - Health Walks Marsden

Start Time: 11:00
The Health Walk will last up to an hour and the Health Walk Plus up to 2 hours. Please contact the leader for more information. These walks are for people wanting to get back into walking, so don't worry about your pace, no one gets left behind.

18th September - Fells on the Fells

Start Time: 13:00
Ride along historic packhorse trails across the fells, on locally bred Fell ponies. A unique and natural way to experience our rugged and beautiful landscape.

fun exercise session

18th September - Equilates

Start Time: 19:30
Fun exercise session aimed at horse riders but suitable for most people. No horses needed, just trainers and a bit of enthusiasm

19th September - The Pennine Way through the South Pennines - Day One - Millstone Grit

Start Time: 09:15
Walk the length of the Pennine Way through the South Pennines in three separate days, using our excellent public transport network to make linear walks possible. Walk all three days or pick one or two. Day One: Millstone Grit: Standedge to Hebden Bridge. This is a long walk across the tops with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The route passes high up reservoirs such as Blackstone Edge and the landmark of Stoodley Pike before descending into Hebden Bridge.

19th September - Littleborough Circular

Start Time: 11:00
A circular walk from Littleborough railway station taking in impressive historic houses such as Windy Bank Owlett Hall, Rochdale canal feeder, Whittaker village & woods.

20th September - Mary Towneley Loop in a Day

Start Time: 08:00
Join the Pennine Bridleway Ranger on this guided and supported mountain bike ride around the Mary Towneley loop.

20th September - Pennine Way through the South Pennines - Day Two - Bronte Country

Start Time: 09:00
Walk the length of the Pennine Way through the South Pennines in three separate days, using our excellent public transport network to make linear walks possible. Walk all three days or pick one or two. Day Two: Bronte Country from Hebden Bridge to Stanbury via Walshaw Dean and 'Wuthering Heights'. A steady climb up to Walshaw Dean is rewarded with great views across a bleak but beautiful landscape, and a chance to visit the now ruined building that is thought to be the setting for Wuthering Heights. Descending past Haworth to the village of Stanbury.

20th September - Rochdale Way Part 6

Start Time: 10:00
From Newhey to Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre on the Rochdale Way, coming back by a different route. This is the final part of the Rochdale Way walk in the festival, with a certificate for those that complete all 6 days.

20th September - Health Walk Holmfirth

Start Time: 11:00
We offer 2 walks today - a Health Walk which will last up to an hour and a Health Walk Plus which will last up to two hours. Please contact the leader for more information. These walks are for people wanting to get back into walking, don't worry about your pace no one gets left behind.

21st September - The Pennine Way in the South Pennines - Day Three - Lothersdale

Start Time: 09:00
Walk the length of the Pennine Way through the South Pennines in three separate days, using our excellent public transport network to make linear walks possible. Walk all three days or pick one or two. Day Three : Lothersdale and Pinhaw - from Stanbury to Thornton-in-Craven. A change in landscape as the route takes you north towards the Dales.

21st September - Peers Clough Packhorses - meet the ponies

Start Time: 10:00
An open day at Peers Clough Farm on the Mary Towneley Loop of the Pennine bridleway, giving visitors an opportunity to meet our locally bred trekking Fell ponies, get hands on and bums in the saddle. Suitable for all!

21st September - Rural Rossendale Foodie Walk - Hog Hike www.ruralrossendale.co.uk

Start Time: 10:00
Organised by the Rural Rossendale group as part of their annual Foodie Walking Festival, the Hog Hike is a 7 mile circular route around Whitworth, Rossendale departing from the Posh Pig and taking in Brown Wardle Hill, ending with a delicious hot roast pork sandwich. Cost £5.00. For more walks see www.ruralrossendale.co.uk This walk is suitable for dogs as there are very few stiles on this walk.

21st September - Small Plants in a Big Landscape

Start Time: 10:00
Get up close to ferns, mosses and lichens and discover hidden worlds. A walk that will focus on these overlooked and underappreciated plants which give texture to the landscape. A limited number of hand lenses will be available for close observation - if you have you own please bring it along.Tickets £6

21st September - Historic Widdop

Start Time: 10:30
Explore the rich history around Widdop reservoir where man has been living since prehistory times!

21st September - Ascent to the Singing Ringing Tree.

Start Time: 11:00
Guided walk from the historic Towneley Hall through Forest of Burnley woodlands and South Pennine moorland to the iconic Singing Ringing Tree sculpture .

22nd September - Friends of Dales Rail Hebden Bridge Circular

Start Time: 09:15
This lovely walk with the Friends of Dales Rail takes you up through the woods at Colden Clough and crosses the Pennine Way before arriving at Jack Bridge. Good views from Long High Top before descending back to Hebden Bridge.

22nd September - Equinox Celebration Ride to the Stars

Start Time: 09:45
A ride following the West Yorkshire Cycle Route from Mytholmroyd to the Colne Valley, incorporating a visit to the Huddersfield Astronomical Society Observatory at Crosland Moor. We will stop for lunch at a local pub or cafe, so bring money for food etc. Ride organised by CTC Calderdale, local Group of CTC, the National Cycling Charity

22nd September - Todmorden Circular with the Friends of Dales Rail

Start Time: 10:00
This walk starts from Todmorden Station and takes in Orcan Rocks and Thieveley Pike and gives a good experience of the diverse South Pennine landscapes over its 14 mile (22 km) length.

22nd September - Deer Hill Circular

Start Time: 10:00
A circular walk along the water conduits above Meltham and Wessenden with some superb views over the valleys below.

22nd September - On the Hoof

Start Time: 10:00
A strenuous circular walk visiting Calderdale's highest point.

22nd September - Follow the Trail!

Start Time: 10:30
A circular walk from Hebden Bridge which takes us high up on the Pennine Moors, with great views, to reach the ancient packhorse route of Limersgate, before returning to Hebden Bridge via Crimsworth Dean with it's wonderful autumn colours. We are a friendly group and welcome all newcomers, and especially singles, on our walks so why not come along?

22nd September - In the Footsteps of Ted Hughes A Walk to Crimsworth Dene with Nick Wilding

Start Time: 10:30
Join Nick Wilding, film-maker historian, as he follows in the footsteps of young Ted Hughes in the late 1930's, escaping with his older brother, Gerald, from the smoky valleys, to make adventurous forays through the woods and meadows of Crimsworth Dean, a valley that was very special to them both. Experience the wealth of the legendary and historical influences, that would become the basis and inspiration for some of his most popular poetry. Relive the experiences of a very special childhood and tread through a lost world to the special place where he says he had his first dream of becoming a poet. AS SEEN ON COUNTRYFILE. Tickets £6

22nd September - Gaddings Dam and Langfield Common

Start Time: 12:30
A high level route in superb Pennine scenery above Calderdale, passing Gaddings Dam (site of the highest beach in England!) and Langfield Common, with excellent wide ranging views.

22nd September - Fells on the Fells

Start Time: 13:00
Ride along historic packhorse trails across the fells, on locally bred Fell ponies. A unique and natural way to experience our rugged and beautiful landscape.

22nd September - Castleshaw Roman Forts

Start Time: 13:30
Castleshaw Roman forts, Heritage Open Day guided tour. Learn about past and future excavations.