Janneke's adventure walk: Dane Valley Way and Lud's Church

Overview

Adventure Walk: Dane Valley Walk and Lud’s Church Meet at 9.45 for a 10am start at The Ship Inn, Danebridge SK11 0QE Distance: 5 miles, 2.5 – 3 hours The walk: Footpaths, farm tracks and quiet lanes without pavement. Some areas prone to mud and uneven walking. The river Dane is little known, although it may be a quiet river, it has managed to carve out a valley of beauty on its meanders through the moorlands of the Peak District’s ‘Wild West’. This walk starts with a section of the Dane Valley Way, we follow the River Dane upstream through woodland and fields until we reach the signpost for Lud’s Church. Lud’s Church is a deep, moss-covered muddy chasm full of history and myths, and to walk down its stone steps deep into the cleft is to escape into another world.   After exploring Lud's Church, our walk returns to Danebridge.  There is the possibility to have lunch in The Ship Inn. The historic pub dates all the way back to the 16th century and has a cosy interior with fires to warm yourself by during the colder months. In the summer you can sit outside in the little beer garden. It is also possible to visit the Wincle brewery, but they don’t do food.  Stiles: 7+ Gradients: Lowest 606ft, Highest 1112ft Total ascent 761ft   Lunch: Please let me know if you like to stay for lunch in the Ship Inn.  Please bring water & snacks, also waterproofs & layers. Booking essential: A Valid Registered Nordic Walking UK Freedom Card is required to book this Activity.  Refund Policy: Please note as this is an Adventure Walk, cancellations can only be made prior to 12hrs with a refund. After this time no refund is given due to the planning time involved for these walks. If you need to cancel last minute please contact me (Janneke 07469895267) asap.