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Navigation Discovery Day - Peak District

An introduction to maps and map reading for smaller teams who want a sociable challenge in the hills.   It’s a relaxed, fun day where participants learn together and discover how to plan and follow a route as we walk.  Once you’ve learnt the skills we’ll let you take over the nav and lead us back to base.  

  • Distance: 4–6 miles / 6-10km (approx.)
  • Ascent: 400 – 600m/ 1300ft – 2000ft (approx.).
  • Difficulty:  Easier.
  • Great For: Smaller teams looking for a sociable challenge in the hills.
  • Approx Timings: 0915 – 16 to 1700.  Final confirmation when you book.
  • Start/Finish:  Hathersage Area.  Final confirmation when you book.
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Description
Further Information

We’ll  introduce you to maps and  the principles of navigation in a café briefing. The first two to three hours are ‘discovery based’ as you learn these skills and work together. From lunch time onwards you take over leadership of the day working as a team to  get us back to Hathersage.    

You will be in a small group(s) of no more than six participants plus your tutor.   We’ll cover:

  • Maps, symbols, scales and grids.
  • Using a map with the real world.
  • Using map features to find your way on paths and tracks.
  • Measuring distance and time.
  • Introduction to the compass
  • Relocating your position.
  • Planning a walk.
  • Knowledge of the countryside code.
  • What to wear and staying safe.
Key Features
  • An informal, sociable challenge with qualified tutors in a beautiful environment.
  • Great for team building but not high pressure –it’s about learning together and mutual support.
  • Opportunities for everyone to be involved, working to their strengths and interests.
  • Great to combine with a team evening out, or celebration, locally.
  • You can come by train, with walk start, hospitality and accommodation close to the station.
  • Easy access from London, Manchester Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham and Birmingham.
  • We can repeat this formula elsewhere in the National Park – do ask us.
  • As a guide, from £570 per day for a group six with one tutor.
  • Just drop us an email on info@peakwaking.com, or call us on 07913 549483. We’ll discuss your wishes with you and send you a quote. 

 

Included

  • Bespoke set up advice on walk suitability, area, accommodation, meeting points, travel arrangements and parking.
  • Full Briefing Information, Kit List and Risk Assessment for your walk.
  • Navigation equipment and maps.
  • Qualified National Navigation Award Scheme Tutor with Mountain Leader or Hill and Moorland Leader qualifications. Outdoor First Aid Qualifications, Liability Insurance and DBS checks (where required).
  • Tutoring and guiding throughout the day with briefing advice and support to ensure your safety.
  • Narrative on local points of interest, wildlife, geology, history and culture.
  • Photography of your day which can be shared with you.
  • The option of a free, return lift from a station or bus stop to the start of your walk to encourage sustainable travel. We can arrange pick up for 3 – 4 individuals in the group if we have spare space in our vehicle and the pick-up point is reasonably close to your walk. Ask us when you book.

 

Not Included:

  • Accommodation and board, parking or transport costs associated with your walk.
  • Essential walking kit or food.

 

Optional:  

  • Optional check point support vehicle with water and snacks, and transport to the start or finish for participants unable to complete the route.  Fee to be agreed at booking.
  • Qualified PR support from our communication specialist to support charity or organisational publicity initiatives: Fee to be agreed at booking.

Here’s an Essential Kit List for all our walks >

We meet in Hathersage, at the entrance to Oddfellows Car Park, Oddfellows Road, Hathersage, S32 1DD.

Please note:

  • Parking currently costs £6 and the Pay and Display machine should take cards, but we’d recommend bringing cash just in case.
  • Or you can pay on PayByPhone, by calling 0330-400-7275, SMS 65565 (Location ID 806393).
  • There are public toilets nearby.


Please see a Google Map showing the location of the car park here >.

Hathersage  has a railway station, shops, cafes, hotels, restaurants, accommodation, fuel station and toilets.  See map here >

 

This is walk is Easier.
Here is our walk difficulty guide >

Recommendation

We partner with Bike & Boot Peak District > , a new, award winning leisure hotel, catering for groups, including cyclists, walkers, dog owners and adventurers! There’s a restaurant too with evening meal and breakfast options.  The hotel also has a drying room for walking gear,  free hot drinks for guests, free cake at 4pm, free on-site parking, and free films three times a day.

  • Distance/Time from Walk Start: 10 mins/ 3.5 miles. 
  • Location Map/Directions here >
  • 10 – 15% Discount for Peak Walking Adventures Clients.
  • Your discount code is PEAKWALKING if you book online at Bike & Boot Booking > .
  • Or quote ‘Peak Walking Adventures and the discount code “PEAKWALKING” if you telephone:  01433 440777  or email: peaks@bikeandboot.com
Other Accommodation Options

Take a look at our  frequently asked questions here >

Respect, Protect and Enjoy!

We all want to respect, protect and enjoy the fragile upland environments where we walk, so that they can be enjoyed by generations to come.  Following The Countryside Code really helps…

Respect:
  • Be considerate to those living in, working in and enjoying the countryside
  • Leave gates and property as you find them
  • Do not block access to gateways or driveways when parking
  • Be nice, say hello, share the space
  • Follow local signs and keep to marked paths unless wider access is available
Protect:
  • Take your litter home – leave no trace of your visit
  • Do not light fires and only have BBQs where signs say you can
  • Always keep dogs under control and in sight
  • Dog poo – bag it and bin it – any public waste bin will do
  • Care for nature – do not cause damage or disturbance
Enjoy:
  • Check your route and local conditions
  • Plan your adventure – know what to expect and what you can do
  • Enjoy your visit, have fun, make a memory
Want to know more?
  • Sustainability – our actions and fund raising to support the local environment, communities and economy.
  • Contact Us – ask a question or make a suggestion.

Want to make a corporate walk enquiry?

Just drop us an email: info@peakwaking.com  or call 07913 549483
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