Buxton Hill Walks

Buxton Hill Walks are our Themed, guided, Friendly and Supportive Walks in and around the Peak District. These walks are led by Gez a fully trained walk leader and run in partnership with Zink in Buxton.

This local route starts at The Zink Project and takes us to up through Corbar Woods to Corbar Cross, with another ascent to reach the moorland area of Combs Moss. We will then follow the edge path round, crossing groughs and descending via Light Wood. The theme of this walk is peatland conservation; we will learn more about the works done on Combs Moss to re-wet the bog!

Itinerary:

• Start 945am at Zink for briefing, walk to start at 10am.
• Finish approx 1330pm at The Zink Project

Details:

• This route will follow local roads to Corbar Woods up to Combs Moss, descending via Light Wood and returning to The Zink Project.
• Distance: approx 4.5 miles/7.5km
• Elevation: approx 810ft/240m.
• Level of difficulty: Moderate.
• Weather: please check forecasts the night before the walk for the most accurate information.
• Terrain: Pavement, some uneven ground and possible muddy parts in wooded areas. Some steep and short rocky climbs. Open moorland may have boggy sections and very uneven ground. A short steep descent on rough ground into Light Wood.
• PLEASE NOTE: there are two stiles to climb over which are unsually high, perhaps waist height, and will require some clambering!
• Safety: this walks is led by a qualified Hill and Moorland Leader.
• A toilet is available at The Zink Project.
• Dogs are NOT allowed as we are accessing Combs Moss where they are prohibited.

What to bring:

• Rucksack
• Sturdy boots/shoes
• Snacks/any food you may need for the duration of the walk
• Water
• Waterproofs and warm layers
• Small first aid kit with any personal medication if required

If you have any questions, or if you need to cancel your booking, you can contact Gez on 07454 819653 or email walk@zink.org.uk

Come join us for a gentle walk and, if you want a chat around the hills of the Peak District. The walk might help you think things through, and we are really good at listening.

Registration is required to attend this group, and all attendees need to complete the Emergency Contact Details form ahead of attending.

Please note - the event end time is an estimate, the actual end time will depend on how quickly the walk is completed and therefore is subject to change. Arrival time is 9:45am for a 10:00am start.