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This is a very friendly group and we look forward to welcoming new members. All our walks are based around public transport.

We walk on the first Wednesday of the month. The walks are between 5 and 7 miles using a different leader each month.

A packed lunch is required along with a drink and something to sit on. Walking boots or shoes are recommended together with a waterproof coat.

Maureen Speight

For more information: E. groups@u3aleeds.com

Programme 2025

7th May

Leeds to Rodley - Linear - 7 miles

Category: Easy

Leaders: Carol (07540 982408) and Helena (07557 224351)

Start: Leeds City Square (by the Black Prince) at 10.30am

From City Square, the walk goes under the Dark Arches and onto the canal, walking directly towards Rodley via Kirkstall, Bramley and Horsforth.

Lunch will be at the Rodley Nature Reserve. The walk will finish at the Tiny Tea Room on the canal at Rodley, where we may enjoy a cup of coffee or tea.

Don’t forget a picnic and sit-mat.

It is a short walk to the bus stop for a No. 60 Bus back to Leeds.

4th June

Leader: Genni T - Details to follow.

2nd July

Leaders: Chris M and Jenny P - Details to follow.

6th August

Barwick-in-Elmet - Circular - 7 miles

Category: Easy

Leaders: Chris L (07460 424662)

Start/Finish: Maypole in Barwick-in-Elmet shortly after 11.00am

The walk takes us along footpaths to Thorner Lane, then southwards past Scholes, returning to Barwick along the Leeds Country Way. Most of the route is on firm all-weather paths, but a few sections could be muddy after rain.

Don’t forget a picnic and sit-mat.

Catch the 64 Bus from Vicar Lane Bus Stand P at 10.30am (or York Street Stand B at 10.32am) arriving at Barwick Gascoigne Arms at 11.03am. We will wait until the bus arrives before starting the walk. Return buses leave Barwick at 20 and 50 minutes past the hour.