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Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group

News

  • Day Walk in the Nene Valley

    Day Walk in the Nene Valley

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Dave Self

    https://www.nenepark.org.uk/ferry-meadows Saturday 1 June 2024 A 6-mile walk around the Ham Lane Woodlands, adjacent lakes and along the R...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 10 May 24
  • The Reckoning House

    The Reckoning House

    Bakewell, Derbyshire
    Article by: Dave Self

    From the 11 to the 14 October Alison has arraned a weekend to The Reckoning House in Lathkill Dale Derbyshire. For full details see https:/...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 19 Apr 24
  • Fantastic Folk Evening

    Fantastic Folk Evening

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    2nd May - Sue is inviting us to join her at the Folk at Great Meeting event. All very welcome. A gig with local renowned folk musician Roger...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 17 Apr 24
  • Weekend on the Gower Peninsula, Wales

    Weekend on the Gower Peninsula, Wales

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Friday 13th September - Monday 16th September, Alison has organised a weekend away at The Eastern Slade Barn, Gower Peninsula, Wales. For fu...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 3 Apr 24
  • Day Walk - Circular from Mountsorrel

    Day Walk - Circular from Mountsorrel

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Saturday 11th May, a 7 mile circular walk starting from Soar Valley Leisure Centre in Mountsorrel led by John Spiers. Meet at 9.30am for a p...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 29 Mar 24
  • New Date for Thurnby Circular Walk

    New Date for Thurnby Circular Walk

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    After this walk was postoned due to the ground being waterlogged, the website has now been updated with the new date of Saturday 6th April. ...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 14 Mar 24
  • Change of Monthly Social Venue

    Change of Monthly Social Venue

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    After a successful trial run earlier this month, the venue for our monthly socials has been changed to The Black Horse, Braunstone Gate, Lei...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 14 Mar 24
  • URGENT - Thurnby Walk Postponed

    URGENT - Thurnby Walk Postponed

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Due to the ground being waterlogged, Tony is postponing Saturday's walk from Thurby until Saturday 6th April. Please don't show up t...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 12 Mar 24
  • Summer Weekend in Slaidburn, Lancashire

    Summer Weekend in Slaidburn, Lancashire

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Friday 14th June - Monday 17th June, Al is organising a weekend away at Slaidburn YHA, situated in the Forest of Bowland AONB. For full deta...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 25 Feb 24
  • Day Walk - Circular from Thurnby

    Day Walk - Circular from Thurnby

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    On Saturday 16th March, Tony Thompson is putting on another of his much enjoyed walks - this one starting from near the Rose & Crown pub...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 21 Feb 24
  • Alternative Venue for the Monthly Social

    Alternative Venue for the Monthly Social

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    In March we are trying out The Black Horse in Braunstone Gate to see if we want to change venues for our regular monthly social. Full detail...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 11 Feb 24
  • Highlights from Sheen

    Highlights from Sheen

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    As we enter into February, a small selection of photos have been added to the Highlights From page. A chance to look back at a what was a wo...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 4 Feb 24
  • Day Walk - Circular from Foxton Locks

    Day Walk - Circular from Foxton Locks

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Saturday 10th February, 7.5 mile circular walk starting from Foxton Locks Long Stay Car Park led by Tony Thompson. Meet at 9.30am for a prom...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 28 Jan 24
  • Highlights from Sittingbourne, Kent

    Highlights from Sittingbourne, Kent

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen

    People's highlights of the Kent weekend include: Playing on the ships and submarine at Chatham historic dockyard Sissinghurst Castle...

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    Posted: 12 Dec 23
  • New Year's Walk Details Now on Website

    New Year's Walk Details Now on Website

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Just to let you know that full details of the New Year's Walk on the 6th January are now on the website. Please go to https://www.leices...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 4 Dec 23
  • Day Walk - East Rutland 11th November

    Day Walk - East Rutland 11th November

    Belton In Rutland, Oakham, Rutland
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Tony is putting on another day walk in Rutland. Meet at 9.30am for a 10am start near the church in Belton in Rutland. for full details, plea...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 29 Oct 23
  • Highlights from The National Forest Way

    Highlights from The National Forest Way

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen

    Walking the National Forest Way long-distance footpath in stages throughout the year gave everyone great pleasure in enjoying the varied for...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 27 Oct 23
  • Christmas Weekend - Peak District

    Christmas Weekend - Peak District

    Sheen, Buxton, Staffordshire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    The long-awaited Christmas weekend is now booked and on the website. The Sheen bunkhouse is near the Manifold Valley Track, Tissington Trail...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 23 Oct 23
  • Update: Christmas Meal at The Cradock Arms

    Update: Christmas Meal at The Cradock Arms

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen

    The Christmas meal menu is now on the website and Mick needs your menu choices and a £10 deposit by 21st November. To view the menu, p...

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    Posted: 15 Oct 23
  • Pre-Christmas Walk, Tilton on the Hill

    Pre-Christmas Walk, Tilton on the Hill

    Tilton On The Hill, Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Details are now on the website for the Pre-Christmas walk taking in part of the Midshires Way and Skeffington and Tilton Woods. Full details...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 8 Oct 23
  • New Year Walk, Woodhouse Eaves

    New Year Walk, Woodhouse Eaves

    Tilton On The Hill, Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Starting off the New Year (and walking off some Christmas excess!) with a day walk starting in Woodhouse Eaves. For more details, visit the ...

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    Posted: 8 Oct 23
  • Dates for Your Diary: Pre-Christmas and New Year Walks

    Dates for Your Diary: Pre-Christmas and New Year Walks

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Mick Nice is planning on leading two walks that book-end Christmas. One to make room for your Christmas lunch and one to walk it off in the ...

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    Posted: 5 Oct 23
  • Christmas Meal at The Craddock Arms

    Christmas Meal at The Craddock Arms

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen

    Christmas is just around the corner and Mick has organised a Christmas meal at The Craddock Arms on Saturday 9th December to celebrate. For ...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 5 Oct 23
  • NEW - OctoberDay Walk

    NEW - OctoberDay Walk

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh

    Full details for a 7 mile ish day walk in Rutland on Saturday 28th October taking in the last of the long days and early autumn colours. are...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 26 Sep 23
  • Reminder - Walking & Cycling in the Kent Downs

    Reminder - Walking & Cycling in the Kent Downs

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh Wasyliw

    I wouldn't want you to miss out on this outstanding walking & cycling event, so here is a reminder. There are still places availabl...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 3 Aug 23
  • Final Leg National Forest Way FW s11

    Final Leg National Forest Way FW s11

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh

    THE GRAND FINALE Final details for section 11, thefinal section (7 miles) of the national Forest Way on Sat. 16th September are now availabl...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 3 Aug 23
  • CHANGED- June 24th Day Walk NFW s10

    CHANGED- June 24th Day Walk NFW s10

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh

    Some details for section 10, the penultimate section of the national Forest Way on Sat. 24th June. have changed. Summary of major changes: ...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 17 Jun 23
  • NEW EVENT September -Long W/e: North Kent Downs

    NEW EVENT September -Long W/e: North Kent Downs

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh Wasyliw

    New Event Thursday 21st to Monday 25th September A long weekend break for members has been organised in a 4* hostel in the North Kent Down...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 17 Jun 23
  • NEW - June Day Walk UPDATE NFW s10

    NEW - June Day Walk UPDATE NFW s10

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh

    Full details for section 10, the penultimate section of the national Forest Way on Sat. 24th June. are now available on our website. .Please...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 4 Jun 23
  • 5 NEW EVENTS

    5 NEW EVENTS

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh Wasyliw

    There are now 5 new events online on our website : May 20th: Full details of National Forest Way Section 9 3 plays at tolethorpe Hall: Jul...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 19 Apr 23
  • NEW EVENT - Musical Day Out

    NEW EVENT - Musical Day Out

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh Wasyliw

    Details of a full day out at the Leicester Fake Festival on Saturday 22nd July in Victoria Park has been added to the events section of our ...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 6 Apr 23
  • Details National Forest Walk S8 15th April Now online

    Details National Forest Walk S8 15th April Now online

    Hartshorne, Swadlincote, Derbyshire
    Article by: Boh

    Full details of Mick's National Forest Walk Section 8 on 15th April 2023 are now available to view on our Events page. at www.leicesterh...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 22 Mar 23
  • NEW EVENT - Folk Evening

    NEW EVENT - Folk Evening

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh Wasyliw

    This folk music event has been added to the events section of our website: www.leicesterhikehostel.org.uk for the evening of Thurday 27th A...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 19 Mar 23
  • Highlights from Chapel-Le-Dale, Ingleton

    Highlights from Chapel-Le-Dale, Ingleton

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen

    After an enjoyable and eventful weekend in the Yorkshire Dales, here is a quick look back to our trip to Ingleton, Yorkshire. People's ...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 18 Mar 23
  • 84th AGM

    84th AGM

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh Wasyliw

    Updated details for this event sre now live on the website. www.leicesterhikehostel.org.uk . Please heck the site for these. Also, please no...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 26 Feb 23
  • Ingleton Places Still Available

    Ingleton Places Still Available

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Superb walking in the Yorkshire Dales, places are still available for The Old School Bunkhouse, Chapel-le-Dale, Ingleton. This bunkhouse sit...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 15 Jan 23
  • NEW - February Day Walk UPDATE NFW s7

    NEW - February Day Walk UPDATE NFW s7

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh

    Details of a 7 mile day walk on February 11th in the Foxton area organised by Tony Thompson have been added to the events list. Please go to...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 13 Jan 23
  • Highlights from Wirksworth

    Highlights from Wirksworth

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Happy New Year to all - and a look back to the highlights of our Christmas weekend in Wirksworth. Indescribably lovely views on the walk ...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 2 Jan 23
  • National Forest Way Day Walks - Final Sections

    National Forest Way Day Walks - Final Sections

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Boh

    Hoping for aHappy and fulfilling New Year for you all. DATES and BRIEF DETAILS of the remaining 5 sections of the National Forest Way day w...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 1 Jan 23
  • Change to Car Park Charges Policy

    Change to Car Park Charges Policy

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    In the past, when faced with car park charges on events, drivers have had two options. They have either submitted any car park charges to Da...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 29 Dec 22
  • Highlights from Darsham

    Highlights from Darsham

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen

    With Christmas fast approaching, here is a quick look back to our Bonfire Weekend in Darsham, Suffolk. People's highlights of the weeke...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 18 Dec 22
  • Details now Available for National Forest Walk 2nd January

    Details now Available for National Forest Walk 2nd January

    Hartshorne, Swadlincote, Derbyshire
    Article by: Boh

    Full details of Mick's National Forest Walk Section 6 on 2nd January 2023 are now available to view on the Events page. Please let Mick...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 27 Nov 22
  • New Event - The Old School Bunkhouse, Chapel-le-Dale, Ingleton

    New Event - The Old School Bunkhouse, Chapel-le-Dale, Ingleton

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    A new event has now been published on the Events page. In the Yorkshire Dales, The Old School Bunkhouse, Chapel-leDale, Ingleton from 10th -...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 9 Nov 22
  • Details now Available for National Forest Walk 12 November

    Details now Available for National Forest Walk 12 November

    Hartshorne, Swadlincote, Derbyshire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Full details of Mick's National Forest Walk Section 5 on 12th November are now available to view on the Events page. Please let Mick kn...

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 23 Oct 22
  • New Event - Belfast City Break

    New Event - Belfast City Break

    Leicester, Leicestershire
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    Details of the Belfast city break next May are now on the Events Page. Please note the change of dates.

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 23 Oct 22
  • Upcoming Event - Darsham, Suffolk

    Upcoming Event - Darsham, Suffolk

    Darsham, Saxmundham, Suffolk
    Article by: Ellen Sharrocks

    The Bonfire Weekend is now available to view on our events page. Please remember to bring your sleeping bags.

    Leicester Hiking & Hostelling Group   |  
    Posted: 9 Oct 22