What we’re about
We are a social walking club based in Sheffield aimed at people in their 20s and 30s. The group has been around since July 2002 and has been growing steadily ever since – currently we have around 200 members! We are part of the Ramblers, Britain's largest walking charity.
We're always on the lookout for new members, so please book on to a walk or social, or come along to one of our monthly New Members' Nights.
More events and further information about the group is listed on our Web page: https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/
Being a Ramblers affiliated group we encourage our participants to join the Ramblers Association. This allows you to attend our great weekends away and get other Ramblers benefits. It also helps support the great work that Ramblers do to keep the countryside open to all and to fight for the things that matter most to walkers. You can read more about the work done by Ramblers here.
We have walks of varying lengths every weekend in the Peak District or the South Yorkshire countryside.
We have an active Socials programme ranging from meals out and cinema trips to dancing and pool championships, not to mention a Easter Egg, Pub Hunt and a Christmas Party every year. There's something for everyone!
We organise weekends away to beautiful locations across the UK such as Snowdonia, the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. They're a great opportunity to see some of the most picturesque parts of the country and take a break from work and the city for a very reasonable price.
We’re a Ramblers group run by volunteers who we rely on to keep it going. There are lots of ways to get involved, so if you’d like to lead a walk, organise a social or join the committee, we’d love to hear from you!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- SWG Pub Hunt 2025Whinfell Quarry Gardens, Sheffield£5.00
Leader: Bryn
Co-leaders: Fiona, Miranda, David
Difficulty: Moderate
Start time: 10.30am
End time: 5.00pm
Start and end point:
The start point is the green by the entrance to Whinfell Quarry Gardens on Ecclesall Road South.
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Grid Reference:
SK 3107 8265
The walk ends in S6
Distance (in miles): 9.5
Ascent (in meters): 300
Is your walk dog friendly?: NoFull description:
One of the highlights of the year: the annual pub hunt! Seeing 4 teams trying to make it to the pub first (4 pubs in total) with plenty of added challenges and point-winning opportunities on the way. Please note this is not a running event, nor will you be able to use public transport. We are a walking group after all!To elaborate a little more, each team is given a map and a clue to a pub and the aim of the game is to figure out the clue and get your team to the pub first to score the most points. However, this is not the only way to score points. There are many other ways to score, as you are on route and at the pubs. Still not clear? Don’t worry, everything will be explained on the day.
Each member of the winning team will win a prize. I would like to encourage you to choose your own team, but no worries if not (we can put you in a team on the day). I would also like to mention that although we are going to pubs, this event does not involve drinking alcohol.
The distance is roughly 9.5 miles and there are 24 spaces available (4 teams of 6 people). Bookings will open on 1st July. There is a cost of £5 each to cover prize money. Please provide your email when you sign up and we will send you the SWG bank account details. Any questions please message Bryn on 07958446629.
Hope you can make it!
Public transport options:
This is a linear walk, it is recommended that public transport is used! The walk starts in S11 and ends in S6.Possible buses to the start are:
81 which leaves the Arundel Gate stop outside the Odeon (AG124) at 09:35 and arrives at 10:01
65 which leaves Sheffield Interchange at 09:35 and arrives at 09:57
272 which leaves Sheffield Interchange at 09:36 and arrives at 10:06
All of these buses stop at the Ecclesall Road South Limb Lane stop opposite the meeting point.Be prepared:
Please remember to dress appropriately for the time of year. A waterproof is always advised, as well as plenty of food and water. Please bring sun protection if required (sun hat, sunglasses, sun cream etc). Further information on what to bring can be found on our website here: https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/be-preparedSign-up:
Sign-up for this walk opens on the 1st July and prompt payment is a must. If you sign up and can no longer make it, please be respectful of others and remove yourself from the event so that others can take your place. We request you do this ***NO LATER THAN 6pm*** the night before the walk.Please note:
Sheffield 20’s and 30’s Walking Group is part of the Ramblers, a registered charity. All of our leaders are volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join us on our walks, there is no need to contact us in advance, and as long as you have a place on our Meetup booking system you can just show up. Non-members can come on up to 3 walks before joining the group. After 3 walks, we require you to sign up as a Ramblers member for insurance purposes. More information about the group can be found at https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/faqs - Stanage and Bamford Edge loopBamford Train Station, bamford
Walk leader: Serena
Difficulty: Moderate
Start time: 12.35
End time: 16:00
Start and End point: Bamford train station
Distance (in miles): 6.5
Ascent (in meters): 284
Is your walk dog friendly?: Yes, well-behaved dogs kept on a leadFull description:
A classic! From Bamford station we will make our way straight up to Stanage Edge in search for fabulous views over the Peaks. We will then walk along the edge before descending and making our way back to Bamford via Bamford Edge. A perfect chilled out walk for a Sunday afternoon - but one that still requires appropriate footwear! Bring lunch - we may eat as soon as we have tackled the ascent - and a blanket and a book, as we will stop for a bit at the top of Stanage Edge.
Please note: there is a warning for ticks in the area. If you wear shorts, make sure to inspect your body surface at the end ;-)Public transport or car sharing options:
Take the 12.14 from Sheffield station, arriving in Bamford at 12.35. If you are driving, there is free on-street parking and a free parking lot at the recreation ground just up the road from the train station. Don't forget to arrange car shares in the comments below!Be prepared:
Please remember to dress appropriately for the time of year. A waterproof is always advised, as well as plenty of food and water. Please bring sun protection if required (sun hat, sunglasses, sun cream etc). Further information on what to bring can be found on our website here: https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/be-preparedSign-up:
Sign-up for this walk opens 5 days before the event. If you sign up and can no longer make it, please be respectful of others and remove yourself from the event so that others can take your place. We request you do this ***NO LATER THAN 6pm*** the night before the walk.Please note:
Sheffield 20’s and 30’s Walking Group is part of the Ramblers, a registered charity. All of our leaders are volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join us on our walks, there is no need to contact us in advance, and as long as you have a place on our Meetup booking system you can just show up. Non-members can come on up to 3 walks before joining the group. After 3 walks, we require you to sign up as a Ramblers member for insurance purposes. More information about the group can be found at https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/faqs. - Post-Parkrun walk to the Plague VillageNeeds location
Leader: Emma
Difficulty: Moderate
Start time: 10:00
End time: 16:30
Start and end point (circular route): Hassop Station Cafe https://maps.app.goo.gl/Yow1vHtFuDhYn1n28?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
Distance (in miles): 11
Ascent (in meters): 552
Is your walk dog friendly?: NoFull description:
Quite a bit of up and down on this walk requiring good fitness and sturdy footwear. After a brief stint on the Monsal Trail, we head through Great Longstone, take a steep ascent to Longstone Edge, via Black Harry Lane, up Eyam Dale to the plague village itself (where there are numerous cafe/pub options for refreshments) then back via Stoney Middleton, to Great Longstone to Hassop. If we make it back to Hassop station in good time there is usually excellent pizza and coffee to be had perfect for after a long walk.This walk has been timed so that anyone wanting to run the Monsal Trail Parkrun prior to setting off can do so. Please make sure, if you wish to join the running fun that you have appropriate clothing for the walk afterwards including footwear.
Public transport or car sharing options:
There is no public transport to Hassop Station. Please arrange car shares in the Meetup comments where possible, or if you wish to make your way from Bakewell, the Monsal Trail will lead you up to Hassop Station where the walk begins.Be prepared:
Please remember to dress appropriately for the time of year. A waterproof is always advised, as well as plenty of food and water. Please bring sun protection if required (sun hat, sunglasses, sun cream etc). Further information on what to bring can be found on our website here: https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/be-preparedSign-up:
Sign-up for this walk opens 5 days before the event. If you sign up and can no longer make it, please be respectful of others and remove yourself from the event so that others can take your place. We request you do this ***NO LATER THAN 6pm*** the night before the walk.Please note:
Sheffield 20’s and 30’s Walking Group is part of the Ramblers, a registered charity. All of our leaders are volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join us on our walks, there is no need to contact us in advance, and as long as you have a place on our Meetup booking system you can just show up. Non-members can come on up to 3 walks before joining the group. After 3 walks, we require you to sign up as a Ramblers member for insurance purposes. More information about the group can be found at https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/faqs. - Wyming Brook and Hallam MoorsNeeds location
Walk Leader: Beth
Difficulty: Moderate
Start time: 10:30
End time: 15:30
Start point: Redmires Road Terminus ///grand.pardon.ports
End point: The Three Merry Lads ///grass.hope.reply
Distance (in miles): 9
Ascent (in meters): 307
Is your walk dog friendly?: NoFull description:
We will start by walking into the woodlands of Fox Hagg and Wyming Brook nature reserves, passing the waterfalls before heading up onto Hallam Moors to enjoy the views from the Head Stone. We will loop round to Redmires Reservoir before heading back to the Three Merry Lads. The terrain consists of woodland and moorland paths and tracks. Please note there are some stepping stones and sections of more challenging terrain underfoot.Public transport or car sharing options:
51 bus arrives at Redmires Road Terminus at 10:16.
From the Three Merry Lads, it’s a short 10-minute walk back to the bus stop.Be prepared:
Please remember to dress appropriately for the time of year. A waterproof is always advised, as well as plenty of food and water. Please bring sun protection if required (sun hat, sunglasses, sun cream, etc). Further information on what to bring can be found on our website here: https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/be-preparedSign-up:
Sign-up for this walk opens 5 days before the event. If you sign up and can no longer make it, please be respectful of others and remove yourself from the event so that others can take your place. We request you do this ***NO LATER THAN 6pm*** the night before the walk.Please note:
Sheffield 20’s and 30’s Walking Group is part of the Ramblers, a registered charity. All of our leaders are volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join us on our walks, there is no need to contact us in advance, and as long as you have a place on our Meetup booking system you can just show up. Non-members can come on up to 3 walks before joining the group. After 3 walks, we require you to sign up as a Ramblers member for insurance purposes. More information about the group can be found at https://www.sheffieldwalkinggroup.org.uk/faqs.
