Future Meets

 

Walking possibilities are plentiful as Wooler is situated on the eastern edge of the Cheviot hills. We will be leading walks of moderate length on both days but will be able to offer suggestions for those wanting longer/shorter excursions. Cycling possibilities are also plentiful with lots of local minor roads and it would be possible to cycle to Holy Island and back. We will have details of safe crossing times. There is some climbing in the area, notably down the College Valley, but a pass to drive right down the valley would need to be obtained on the Friday. If anyone requires a pass, please contact us. Robin has a couple of climbing guides. And, of course, there is the beautiful Northumberland Coast close by.

Last time, we were pleasantly surprised at the number of members who made the effort to come this far north. They all seemed to think it worth while. So we’re hoping for a good turn out again. Hope to see you there!

Marion and Robin Luscombe

 

The hut is reserved for members and their guests. Walks and other activities usually emerge the evening before, or early morning, and sometimes are written up on the board in the hall. There’s bus and train times on the noticeboard, the Beacon Climbing Wall next door, bike hire at Beddgelert, etc. Snowdon may be crowded on a bank holiday, but it’s surprising how remote the hills are if you choose your route well.

 

There is something for everybody here ranging from bracing walks covering the length of the island (approx 8 miles there and back!), birdwatching, snorkelling and of course the granite sea cliffs for which Lundy is justifiably famous.

For this meet we have booked the Barn which accommodates 14 people. If numbers exceed this it may still be possible to pre-book camping places independently through the above link or by contacting the Landmark Trust on 01628 825925.

Please note that it will be the responsibility of the individual to arrange camping as required, as will be the need to book return ferry places on the MS Oldenburgh at a cost of £56 per person. Note: ferry bookings will also have to be made personally by those staying in the Barn.

Due to the sailing schedule operating in September, we intend departing at 0830 on the morning of Saturday 11th September from Bideford, thereafter arriving back at Ilfracombe at 1800 on the evening of Tuesday 14th September. A transfer will be arranged to return us to our point of departure in Bideford.

This schedule effectively allows for a full afternoon’s activity on the day of arrival and also a significant period before returning on the afternoon sailing on the day of departure. This arrangement has worked well on previous visits.

An info sheet will be made available to attendees nearer the time.

Those wishing to attend should contact the meets booking secretary with the full accommodation fee being paid immediately.

George May

 

As far as the editor is aware, jobs are general maintenance. Everyone’s skills are appreciated, food from Saturday am to Sunday lunch is provided. Some retirees add a day for walking.

 

The week end in the Agnes Spencer hut will be led by Alan Gott. We apologise that costs are not shown here. Please look on the Noticeboard or contact Fil (meets.bookings@chamois.org.uk), if you want to get your booking made, as the hut is not large. More details in the September newsletter.

 

See the March newsletter. From previous details, it may have sounded that this meet was only for those who were members in the early days of the club to have a 'nostalgia trip'. This is not the case and anybody and everybody is most welcome. Just think of it:-

an ideal location in the heart of the mountains
beautiful autumn weather
excellent food, including packed lunch - also a bar on the premises
all grades of walks right from the door - no need to use a car
for those who want to do linear walks, or walks further away, the open top Borrowdale bus from Keswick, and the Honister Rambler (a circular route - Keswick - Seatoller - Honister Pass - Buttermere - Whinlatter Pass - Keswick), stop nearby. This is free to those lucky enough to have a bus pass.
for the 'culture vultures', it should be possible to visit the Theatre by the Lake, to see one of six plays showing for the summer season

If you have been dithering, delay no longer, send your booking off now. Details of costs in the March Newsletter. At time of going to press there are still three places left on this meet. If anyone is still interested please book your place with Fil as soon as possible. The full cost is £192.For those people already booked in, the final payment of £167 is due to be paid to Fil by the end of August. Please make your payment promptly.

PS. Glaramara is 75 years old this summer, and there was a feature on it in the local paper, see: http://www.chamois.org.uk/members/newsletter/issue275-Glaramara.pdf

John Harling

 

Due to popular demand and in spite of volcanic ash activity, it is proposed that we re-visit the climbing areas within reach of Calpe, on the Costa Blanca.
A two week period from Saturday 30th October to Saturday 13th November avoids the Glaramara meet and the half term holiday beforehand and the AGM afterwards.
Sue and I will only be able to go between the 7th and 17th November, however.
The Paraiso Mar Apartments in Calpe make a very good base on the Levante beach.
I have contacted Jane Burton of Kwik Travel, who we booked with last year, to establish accommodation costs. They are as follows, for example:
Apartment for 2 (or for 3) with one bedroom is £400 per apt. for two weeks
Apartment for 3 (or for 4) with two bedrooms is £512 per apt. for two weeks
Anyone interested should contact me for further details. I will set up an email link for information and to organise sharing apartments and transport where necessary.
You will need to book your own accommodation, flights and car hire.
Jane Burton can be contacted on 0800 023 7434 or janeb@kwiktravel.com
Bring on the hot rock! There’s plenty of walking, too.

Trish Parkin

 

The ski meet is at St Anton in Austria for the week of 16 - 23 January (not as previously given). Many have already booked, but if anyone else is interested in joining the group can they please contact me (nick.jeffery@chamois.org.uk).

Nick Jeffery