Todays walk in detail

Twenty hardy Ramblers set off, for our first Thursday walk of 2026, from High Street, Apperknowle, heading northeast past the airfield towards the small hamlet of Greenside. As we crossed fields toward Troway, we encountered the first of many stiles, some trickier than others, especially in the icy conditions. From Troway, we headed across the side of the Moss Valley, passing through fields and woodland before emerging onto a lane that led us towards Coal Aston. After a short coffee break, we skirted the edge of Coal Aston and descended into the Drone Valley through Frith Wood. A steady climb out of the wood followed, then through fields to the hamlet of Summerley before returning to Apperknowle. Thanks to Roy for back-marking and to everyone for making it an enjoyable and safe walk despite the icy conditions. Refreshments were taken at the Bridge Inn, Ford.​​