Todays walk in detail

A brilliant sunny start to the day for 24 walkers and 3 dogs as we headed out towards Woodall village across open farmland.  Most people know Woodall services on the M1 but Woodall village is a very quiet place in contrast.  Heading off across the fields towards Harthill we met some very curious horses before some glorious long horned cows with the cuddliest calves you've ever seen.  Everyone avoided the electric fence, unlike me when I pre walked the route, in my defence I'm not as bright as I look ! We then had a tea break in Harthill village before heading across the fields to Thorpe Salvin. On exiting the village the front runners of the group were treated to the sight of deer crossing the field into the woods.  A meal break was taken as we met the Chesterfield canal before following it back to Kiveton waters.  Great company was had on the 8 mile route and rehydration duties were carried out at the Red Lion at Todwick. Thanks to Roy for backmarking and to everyone else for coming on such a nice relaxing walk.