u3a

Chester

Friday Walking

Status:Active, open to new members
Leader:
When: On Fridays
2nd Friday

A group for those who enjoy slightly more demanding walking, including the scenic upland areas of North Wales, the Peak District and the Shropshire hills. Members take turns to organize and lead walks on the second Friday of the month. Winter walks are usually 6 to 8 miles, with longer/more ambitious all-day walks of up to 10 or 12 miles, depending on terrain, in the summer. Some hills and occasional rocky or boggy stretches have to be expected, so boots, waterproofs and a reasonable level of fitness are essential. Walk descriptions will be circulated by email.

Friday Walking Group – 2026 Programme

DateWalk LeaderBrief DetailsDistance (km)Ascent (m)Difficulty
09 JanMike ClarkChester City Walk1810019
13 FebGerry HoltonBickerton & Burwardsley12.530016*
13 MarChristine Maher    
10 AprMike Clark    
08 MayPeter Marshall    
12 JunJeff HowardWirral Way (advertised to all u3a)20<20022
10 JulSylvia McDonald    
14 AugMike BurkeMalpas14  
11 SepSue MaundBaker Way21<20023
09 OctAnnie Bellinger    
13 NovSue Ramsdale    
04 DecSue HannanChristmas Walk   

Difficulty = Distance(km) + Ascent(m)/100 (Rounded to nearest whole number.)

*Steep sections and liable to be muddy.