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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T170000
DTSTAMP:20251021T181447Z
CREATED:20250915T162233Z
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UID:3478-1783065600-1783270800@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Weekend Bike Ride - Hadrian's Cycleway
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of riding part of Hadrian’s Cycleway from Silloth\, Cumbria to Tynemouth (120 miles/194 kilometres). \nGreater detail to be provided at a later date.
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bike-ride-31/
LOCATION:Boldon Community Association\, New Road\, Boldon Colliery\, Tyne & Wear\, NE35 9DS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T093002Z
CREATED:20250928T142103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T093002Z
UID:3597-1782900000-1782925200@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Walk - Elsdon\, Northumberland\, NE19 1AA
DESCRIPTION:Meet for a 10am start to the walk at Elsdon\, Northumberland. \nParking is at the village hall or on the village green. There are toilet facilities in the village hall. \nPost code: NE19 1AA \nGrid ref: NY 938 933 \nWhat 3 Words/// Ulterior. Shifters. Pose \nRoute: Elsdon\, Hudspeth\, South Riding\, Carrow Haughs\, Jock’s Cleugh\, Dunn’s Well\, High Carrick\, Fairneycleugh\, Soppit Farm\, Haining\, Elsdon Bridge\, Elsdon. \nDistance: 9.5 miles and 1\,000 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: An undulating route with some good tracks\, access land\, road walking\, woodland & riparian aspect to it. Elsdon is a beautiful village surrounded by majestic hills that enhance its beauty. The village has a motte and bailey castle and a grand church. There is also the village pub & cafe. I look forward to seeing you there. \nWalk leader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-62/
LOCATION:Elsdon\, Northumberland\, NE19 1AA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260601T155456Z
CREATED:20250915T164303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T155456Z
UID:3526-1782639000-1782666000@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Car Walk - Blanchland\, Northumberland\, DH8 9SS
DESCRIPTION:Please park in the village car park. Parking is free\, although there is an honesty box with a suggested donation. \nWalk will commence at 9.30 am. \nRoute: Blanchland\, Rope Barn\, Buckshott Fell\, Old Man’s Grave\, Sikehead Dams\, Burnhope Dam\, Dead Friar’s Bank\, Boltslaw path\, Boltslaw West\, Bolt’s Law\, West Farm\, Ramshaw\, Cocklake Plantation\, Wagtail\, Priestburn\, Long Plantation\, Newbiggin\, Baybridge\, Blanchland. \nDistance: 12.5 miles with 1\,700 ft. of ascent. \nWalk Leader: Ian Lester
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-car-walk-52/
LOCATION:Blanchland\, Blanchland Village Car Park\, Blanchland\, Northumberland\, DH8 9TA\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T192628Z
CREATED:20250915T163104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T192628Z
UID:3502-1782028800-1782061200@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Bus Walks- Alston\, Northumberland
DESCRIPTION:Walk Leaders: John Henderson\, James Ratter\, Mick Johns. \n\nLonger Walk \n\nRoute: Blueback Bridge ( Bearsbridge)\, Monk Wood\, Mount Pleasant\, Far Dryburn\, Mohope Burn\, Fairplay\, Carrier’s Way (Path)\, Blacklaw Cross\, Blagill\, River Nent\, Alston. \nDistance: 12 miles with 1\,650 ft. of ascent \nDescription: An undulating walk taking in woodland\, riverside paths\, access land & moors. Most of the walk is on good paths & takes in some of Isaac’s Tea Trail. There are spectacular panoramic views throughout the walk. \nWalk Leader: John Henderson \n\nMiddle Walk \nRoute: Alston\, Hudgillburn Bridge\, Nenthall\, Grassfield\, Low Houses Bridge\, River Tyne Trail\, Alston. \nDistance: 10 miles with 1\,100 ft. of ascent. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription: The walk comprises moors\, fields\, paths and tracks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalk Leader: James Ratter \n\nShorter Walk \nRoute: Alston\, War Memorial\, Harbut Lodge\, A Pennine Journey to Whitley Castle\, Pennine Way to Lintley\, Kirkhaugh Bridge\, Isaac’s Tea Trail\, Randalholme\, Alston. \nDistance: 8.75 Miles with 1\,000 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: The walk comprises field walking\, paths and tracks. \nWalk Leader: Ian Lester
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bus-walks-19/
LOCATION:Yorkshire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T063318Z
CREATED:20250928T142036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T063318Z
UID:3595-1781690400-1781715600@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Hamsterley\, Co. Durham\, DL13 3PX
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE WHEN TRAVELLING TO HAMSTERLEY VIA SAUNDERS AVENUE THE ROAD IS CLOSED AT THE A68. \nMeet for a 10.00 am start to the walk in Hamsterley Village. \nThere is ample parking in the village\, parking to the East end is appreciated by the residents. \nPost code: DL13 3PX \nGrid ref: NZ 121 310 \nWhat 3 words ///Fluctuate. stormy. bucks (This appears to be for the Cross Keys public house). \nRoute: Hamsterley Village\, Howlea Bridge\, Bedburn Old Hall\, Ornamental Drive\, Cliff Sike Gill\, Stanhope Lane (Track)\, Hoppyland Farm\, Carrwood Hill\, Spa Wells\, Adder Wood\, Village. \nDistance: 9 miles with 1\,000 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: This is an excellent walk on good tracks & paths in a scenic area of Co. Durham. Walking from the village a gentle descent to Bedburn Beck passing through the facilities area ( toilets available) along through the North end of Hamsterley Forest.\nWhy not give it a shot. \nWalk leader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-61/
LOCATION:Hamsterley\, County Durham\, DL13 3PX
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T170000
DTSTAMP:20251021T180839Z
CREATED:20250915T161434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T180839Z
UID:3476-1780824600-1780851600@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Bike Ride - Ponteland
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Tyne Pedestrian Tunnel for a 9.30 am start. \nDetails to be provided at a later date
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bike-ride-30/
LOCATION:Tyne Tunnel\, Jarrow\, Tyne & Wear\, NE32 3DX
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T220000
DTSTAMP:20251021T183808Z
CREATED:20251021T183808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T183808Z
UID:3709-1780650000-1780956000@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Kettlewell Weekend\, North Yorkshire
DESCRIPTION:Members are self organising a long weekend away at Kettlewell\,
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/kettlewell-weekend-north-yorkshire/
LOCATION:Kettlewell\, Kettlewell\, Yorkshire\, BD23 5QX\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T073239Z
CREATED:20250928T142002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T073239Z
UID:3593-1780480800-1780506000@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Chollerford\, Northumberland\, NE46 4EW
DESCRIPTION:The walk will start at 10.00am from Chollerford\, Northumberland. \nMeet & park in the big lay-by situated on the B6320 just North of the George Hotel. \nPost code: NE46 4EW (This post code is for the George Hotel). \nGrid ref: NY 917 707 \nWhat 3 words /// narrates. pots. credited \nRoute: From the lay-by south cross the bridge over the River Tyne\, course of North Tyne path\, East quiet lane past Cocklaw\, South ascend Keepwick Fell\, Roman wall path\, St Oswald’s church at Heavenfield\, Fallowfield via Written Crag\, ancient settlement above Wall\, Roman Wall path\, Chollerford. \nDistance: 9.25 Miles with 850 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: A lovely walk from a fine place in Northumberland taking in the river North Tyne along with some of the antiquities of the Roman Wall\, the beautiful church of St\, Oswald’s at Heavenfield .Some good paths & tracks to walk along\, magnificent views from Keepwick Fell and generally a good day’s walking. \nHope you are able to come along\, \nWalk leader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-60/
LOCATION:Chollerford\, Hexham\, Northumberland\, NE46 4EW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T083637Z
CREATED:20250915T164220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T083637Z
UID:3524-1780221600-1780246800@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Car Walk - Wolsingham\, Co Durham\, DL13 3BF
DESCRIPTION:Park in Wolsingham Station car park for a 10.00 am start. \nPost Code: DL13 3BF \nGrid ref: NZ 076 368 \nRoute: Weardale Way\, Bradley Cottage\, Knitsley Fell\, Hoppyland Farm\, Doctor’s Gate\, Harvey Hill\, River Wear and return. \nDistance: 13.5 miles with 1\,450 ft. \nA mixture of good paths and moorland tracks\, panoramic views from Knitsley Fell summit. \nWalk Leader: Ivor Bennett \n  \n 
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-car-walk-51/
LOCATION:Wolsingham Station\, Wolsingham\, DL13 3BF
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T060500Z
CREATED:20250928T141934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T060500Z
UID:3591-1779271200-1779296400@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Slaley\, Northumberland NE47 0AA
DESCRIPTION:The walk will start at 10am. \nCar parking\, anywhere in the village with due consideration for the residents. \nThere are no toilet facilities that I am aware of. \nPost code: NE47 0AA \nGrid ref: NY 974 577 \nWhat 3 words /// whistle. beams. giants \nRoute: Slaley by St. Mary’s church\, Holly Hill\, Shieldhall\, Pethfoot Bridge\, Folly Plantation\, Devil’s Water\, Redlead Mill\, Low Rawgreen\, Viewly\, Slaggy Hill\, Ned’s Lost Plantation\,Spring House\, Cocklake\, Lead Road\, East Ridley Hall\, Slaley. \nDistance: 9.50 Miles with 900 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: This is an undulating walk with a descent to the Devil’s Water and later on the ascent towards Slaley Forest. \nThere are good tracks throughout\, with a stroll along Devil’s Water\,  an amble through Slaley Forest and some field and road walking. This is a fabulous walk with views of  Hexhamshire and the surrounding area. \nJoin us if you can. \nWalk Leader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-59/
LOCATION:Slaley\, Northumberland\, NE47 0AA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T100338Z
CREATED:20250915T163033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T100338Z
UID:3500-1779004800-1779037200@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Bus Walks - Aysgarth\, North Yorks.
DESCRIPTION:REMEMBER THE BUS LEAVES AT 8.00 AM\n  \nWalk Leaders: Ivor Bennett\, Paul Abdullahi\, Peter Thomas.\n\n\n\nLonger Walk \n\nRoute: Aysgarth\, Aysgarth Moor\, Thornton Rust\, Worton Bridge\, Woodhall\, Oxclose Gate\, Bolton Castle (not Castle Bolton\, turning back before we reach village) Carperby\, Aysgarth Falls. \nDistance: 13 miles with  1\,150 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: Walk is over carpeted grassy fields -tracks -roads- valleys.  This is a beautiful walk with some fabulous views ending at Aysgarth falls \nWalk Leader: Ivor Bennett \n\nMiddle Walk \nRoute: Aysgarth. St Josphs wood\, Hollins House\, Brunton Bank \, Castle Bolton\, Carperby\, Ponderledge Scar\, Woodhall\, Aysgarth \nDistance: 10.5 miles with 1\,100 ft. of ascent. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe walk starts in the car park opposite the Aysgarth Falls Hotel. From there\, we follow the road down to the impressive Yore Bridge\, where there are views of part of Aysgarth Falls. We then enter Freeholders Wood\, continuing into St Joseph’s Wood\, with the river running below us on the right. \nLeaving the woodland behind\, the route crosses open grassland and climbs steadily towards the striking ruins of Bolton Castle. From here\, we continue west\, descending towards the village of Carperby. After passing through the village\, the path climbs up to Ponderledge Scar\, where we follow the north side of the valley towards Woodhall. From Woodhall\, we turn east  passing Lady Hill and follow the river back to Aysgarth\, \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWalk Leader: Paul Abdullahi \n\nShorter Walk \nRoute: Aysgarth\, Yore Bridge\, Visitor Centre\, Carperby\, West Bolton\, Castle Bolton\, Low Bolton\, High Thoresby\, Aysgarth Falls\, Aysgarth Falls Hotel. \nDistance: 8 Miles with 800 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: The walk comprises field walking\, paths and tracks. \nWalk Leader: Peter Thomas
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bus-walks-18/
LOCATION:Yorkshire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T155413Z
CREATED:20250928T141903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T155413Z
UID:3589-1778061600-1778086800@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Waskerley\, Co. Durham\, DH8 9HR
DESCRIPTION:Meet for a 10.00 am start to the walk at Waskerley Farm car park. \nPost code: DH8 9HR \nGrid ref: NZ 051 453 \nRoute: Waskerley Farm\, High Horsleyhope\, Combfield House\, Wharnley Hill\, Dean Howl Farm\, Cockshot Banks\, Oxen Law\, Waskerley Farm. \nDistance: 9 Miles with 900 ft. of ascent \nDescription: An enjoyable walk with some climbs and the reward of extensive views of Co. Durham. \nWalk Leader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-58/
LOCATION:Waskerley Car Park\, Waskerley Station\, Consett\, County Durham\, DH8 9DZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T170000
DTSTAMP:20251021T180709Z
CREATED:20250915T161329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T180709Z
UID:3474-1777800600-1777827600@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Bike Ride - Pelton Fell and Lumley
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Boldon Community Association for a 9.30 am start. \nDetails to be provided at a later date.
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bike-ride-29/
LOCATION:Boldon Community Association\, New Road\, Boldon Colliery\, Tyne & Wear\, NE35 9DS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T210901Z
CREATED:20250915T164136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T210901Z
UID:3522-1777197600-1777222800@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Car Walk - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES THE SUNDAY CAR WALK HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\nAPOLOGIES FOR THE SHORT NOTICE.\n\nThe walk will start at a point ½ mile West of Biddlestone Home Farm at a bend in the road & the start of a bridleway to Clennell. \nPark on the grass at the roadside with due care & attention\, please. There is limited parking space so please car share if possible. \nThe walk will start at 10.00 am. \nPost Code: NE65 7DR \nGrid Ref: NT 947 079 \nMap Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/9yu3mDAKbwBuNsqm6 \nRoute: Parking area\, Clennell\, Clennell Street\, Wholehope\, Kidlandlee\, River Alwin\, Allerhope Burn\, Ravens Crag\, Puncherton\, Bleak Law\, Singmoor\, Biddlestone\, Parking. \nDistance: 11.75 Miles with 1\,800 Ft. of ascent. \nDescription: There are a number of climbs to this walk\, which is set in the Northumberland National Park. There is some road/lane walking\, access land\, woodland & river walking. The beauty & grandeur of the area is best seen from the peaks that form this scenic region of Northumberland. \nWalk Leader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-car-walk-50/
LOCATION:Clennell Bridleway\, Biddlestone\, Northumberland\, NE65 7DR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260401T053711Z
CREATED:20250928T141827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T053711Z
UID:3587-1776852000-1776877200@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Staindrop\, Co. Durham\, DL2 3JL
DESCRIPTION:Please meet for a 10.00 am start to the walk in the village of Staindrop Co. Durham. \nPark anywhere in the village\, the walk will start in the vicinity of the post office. \nPost code: DL2 3JL \nGrid Ref: NZ 129 205 \nDistance: 9.50 Miles & 600 Feet of Ascent. \nRoute: Staindrop\, West Lodge\, Staindrop Moor\, High Barford\, Wether Hill Farm\, Little Newsham\, Cleatlam\, Staindrop. \nDescription: The lovely countryside around Staindrop is seen to advantage  on this walk. Some wonderful field walking with Cleatlam\, a working village\, delightfully sited in the middle. \nWalk Leader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-57/
LOCATION:Staindrop\, Co. Durham\, DL2 3JL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260321T181028Z
CREATED:20250915T162940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T181028Z
UID:3498-1776587400-1776618000@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Bus Walks - Ripon\, North Yorks
DESCRIPTION:Walk Leaders: Ivor Bennett\, Peter Thomas\, Bryan White \n\nLonger Walk \n\nRoute: Ripon\, River Skell\, Ripon Rowell Walk\, Ingerthorpe\, Fountains Bridge\, Studley Park and return. \nDistance: 12 miles with 900 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: Good tracks and paths throughout; some field and lane walking through hamlets with opulent Halls and Granges and beautiful countryside throughout. \nWalk Leader: Ivor Bennett \n\nMiddle Walk \nRoute: Ripon\, Whitcliffe Hall\, Galand Bridge\, Monk Wall\, Sawley\, Spring Wood\, Ripon Rowell Walk\, Studley Roger\, back to Ripon \nDistance: 11 Miles with  700 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: Roads\, fields and tracks. Reasonably flat. \nWalk Leader: Peter Thomas \nShorter Walk \nRoute: Heading SW from Ripon the walk follows the River Skell through Hell Wath Nature Reserve past Whitcliffe Hall onward toward Hill House Farm and onto Fountains Lane. Turning north east past Fountains Abbey Visitor Centre\, through Studley Royal Deer Park and Studley Roger before following the River Skell back to Ripon. \nDistance: 8.3 Miles with 650 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: The walk comprises field walking\, paths and tracks. \nWalk Leader: Bryan White/James Ratter
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bus-walks-17/
LOCATION:Yorkshire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260321T164154Z
CREATED:20250928T141753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T164154Z
UID:3585-1775642400-1775667600@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Allensford\, County Durham\, DH8 9BA
DESCRIPTION:Parking at the West end of the playing field area near to the A68. \nPost code: DH8 9BA \nGrid ref: NZ 077 502 \nRoute: Car park\, River Derwent\, Fieldhead\, Burnmill\, Blue House\, Hammermill\, Smallburn Plantation\, Carterway Heads\, Crow Wood\, Orchard Field\, Bulbeck Cottage\, Hole Row\, Car Park. \nDistance: 9 miles with 900 ft. of ascent. \nA riparian and sylvan aspect to the walk\, mainly the River Derwent with the plentiful wildlife to be seen. Then the splendid selection of wooded areas with an abundant diversity of tree species. Some lovely scenery to be seen from the rolling hillsides. \nWalk Leader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-56/
LOCATION:Allensford\, Allensford Park Car Park\, Allensford\, Co. Durham\, DH8 9BA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260406T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260402T172054Z
CREATED:20250915T160552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T172054Z
UID:3469-1775467800-1775494800@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Bike Ride - Killingworth & Coast
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE AS A RESULT OF AN ADVERSE WEATHER FORECAST THE CYCLE RIDE HAS NOW BEEN MOVED TO MONDAY 6 APRIL. \nMeet at the Tyne Pedestrian Tunnel for a 9.30 am start. \nRoute: Tyne Tunnel\, Longbenton\, Seaton Sluice back via coast to Tyne Tunnel. \nDistance: circa 30 miles.
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bike-ride-28/
LOCATION:Tyne Tunnel\, Jarrow\, Tyne & Wear\, NE32 3DX
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260329T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260326T100039Z
CREATED:20250915T164049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T100039Z
UID:3520-1774776600-1774803600@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Car Walk - Great Ayton\, North Yorks\, TS9 6BF    CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:THIS WALK HAS BEEN CANCELLED \n  \nPark in High Green car park for a 10.00 am start. \nPost code: TS9 6BF \nGrid Ref: NZ 563 106 \nRoute: Cliff Ridge Wood\, Roseberry Topping\, Cleveland Way\, Capt. Cook’s Monument\, Kildale\, Battersby\, Easby\, Little Ayton and return. \nDistance: 12 miles 1600ft ascent. \nField paths leading  to superb views from Roseberry Topping and the Monument\, established moorland tracks and picturesque North Yorkshire villages. \nWalk Leader: Ivor Bennett
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-car-walk-49/
LOCATION:Great Ayton\, High Green\, Great Ayton\, TS9 6BF
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260312T155919Z
CREATED:20250928T141720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T155919Z
UID:3583-1774432800-1774458000@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Sunderland Bridge\, Co. Durham\, DH6 5JL
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Sunderland Bridge\, Co Durham for a walk starting at 10.00 am. \nPark on the old A1 which is accessed via the B6300 first turn left. \nPost code:DH6 5JL \nGrid ref: NZ 268 376 \nRoute: Sunderland Bridge – Tudhoe –  Hett – Croxdale Wood – car parking. \nDistance: 9 miles with 700 ft. of ascent. \nAn undulating walk-through fields\, tracks\, lanes and woodland with a riparian aspect to it. \nThe area is in a pleasant part of Durham with local history and scenic views. \nWalk Leader: Peter Bailey \n  \n 
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-55/
LOCATION:Sunderland Bridge\, Co. Durham\, DH6 5JL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260320T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260322T220000
DTSTAMP:20260302T160924Z
CREATED:20250915T165106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T160924Z
UID:3538-1774004400-1774216800@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Helmsley Walking Weekend - Friday 20 March to Sunday 22 March 2026
DESCRIPTION:Black Swan Hotel – Dinner\, bed & breakfast for 2 nights. \nParking is very limited at hotel and is on a first come basis. A long stay public car park is available about 5 minutes from hotel at the Cleveland Way Car park\, YO62 5AZ. Charges are daily so remember to renew. \nNo packed lunch provided on Saturday. Fend for yourselves but plenty of shops in the town centre. \nWALK PROGRAMME\nFriday\, 20 March 2026 \nStarting from the Black Swan Hotel at 11.00am. \nA walk from the town centre into and around the parklands comprising Duncombe Park\, initially following the River Rye. Temporarily leaving the parkland at the Western edge by joining the Cleveland Way before re-entering the Northern edge of Duncombe Park and returning to Helmsley. \nEssentially a gentle stroll through flat parkland and woodland. \nDistance: 6 miles with 600ft of ascent. \nWalk Leader: Ian Lester \nSaturday\, 21 March 2026\nShorter Walk \nStarting from the Black Swan Hotel. Time of departure to be agreed by walk leader. \nRoute: Up into Beck Dale\, Collier Hag Wood\, High Baxton’s Farm\, Carlton Grange\, Keld Lane\, returning via Ash Dale (part of the Tabular Hills Walk). On a fine day an option to add one mile by returning via Riccal Dale Wood. \nDistance: 8 miles with 650 ft. of ascent \nWalk Leader: Ian Lester/ Jim Ratter \nLonger Walk \nStarting from the Black Swan Hotel. Time of departure to be agreed by walk leader. \nRoute: Leaving Helmsley on the Cleveland Way\, Rievaulx Abbey\, Crabtree Hall\, Oscar Park Farm\, High Baxton’s Farm returning via Ash Dale. \nDistance: 10.5 miles with 1\,100 ft. of ascent \nWalk Leader: Ian Lester/ Jim Ratter
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/helmsley-walking-weekend/
LOCATION:The Black Swan Hotel\, Market Place\, Helmsley\, YO62 5BJ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260315T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260306T140042Z
CREATED:20250915T162905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T140042Z
UID:3496-1773563400-1773594000@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Bus Walks - Twice Brewed\, Northumberland
DESCRIPTION:Walk Leaders: John Henderson\, Paul Abdullahi\, Ian Lester. \n\nLonger Walk \nStarting the walk from Simonburn\, which is 4.5 miles from Chollerford. \n\nRoute: Simonburn\, Castle Lane\, Goatstones\, Ravensheugh Crags\, Great Lonbrough\, Harvest Green\, Folly Lake\, Sewingshield’s Crags\, King’s Wicket\, Ridley Common\, Hotbank\, Hadrian’s Wall\, Twice Brewed. \nDistance: 12.50 miles with 1\,300 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: Some good tracks\, lanes & paths.  Some access land to walk & a little road walking. Starting from the picturesque hamlet of Simonburn with its lovely church\, then heading primarily West / South West through wooded areas & passing by imposing crags & a stone circle. Heading towards the Roman Wall. Great views from the crags on the wall of all the Loughs below & behind the wall. \nWalk Leader: John Henderson \n\nMiddle Walk \nRoute: The walk begins  at Steel Rigg car park and down to Peel Crag and on to Hadrian’s Wall. We continue past the fort at Housesteads onto Kings Hill before crossing over the wall at Kings Wicket. We then turn North at the intersection with the Pennine way. Passing Cragend\, East Stonefolds\, Green Lee\, Gibbs Hill and joining the tarmac road leading back to the Sill. \nDistance: 10.7 Miles with 1\,400 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: The walk includes an amazing section of the Hadrian’s wall. The undulating terrain offers fantastic views of the surrounding area.  A mixture of  Hadrian’s wall\,  open pastures (muddy in places)\, paths\, tracks and a small section of road. \nWalk Leader: Paul Abdullahi \nShorter Walk \nRoute: The walk begins at Steel Rigg car park. Then lane walking down to Gibbs Hill\, along to Greenlee Lough\, Stonefolds\, joining the Pennine Way at Cragend\, Hotbank Crags\, Peatrigg\, back to Steel Rigg\, and then down to the Sill to finish. \nDistance: 8 Miles with 600 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: Some lane walking at the beginning and end. The walk comprises field walking\, paths and tracks with some short stretches of muddy/boggy ground. The return parallels Hadrian’s wall on the North side comprising meadows and fields offering magnificent views of the whole area and the Wall. \nWalk Leader: Ian Lester
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bus-walks-16/
LOCATION:Yorkshire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260309T145010Z
CREATED:20250928T140747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T145010Z
UID:3580-1773223200-1773248400@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Wolsingham\, Co. Durham\, DL13 3BF
DESCRIPTION:THE CAUSEWAY BRIDGE WILL REMAIN  CLOSED  UNTIL AFTER THE WALK. \nALTERNATIVE PARKING WILL NEED TO BE FOUND. ONE ALTERNATIVE IS THE DEMESNE PICNIC AREA CAR PARK WHICH IS £5 ALL DAY. \nThe walk will start from the bus stop in the Market Place opposite the Black Bull (rear of Wolsingham library). Please meet for a 10.00 am start. \nPost code: DL13 3BF \nGrid Ref: NZ 076 368 \nRoute: Market Place\, Fawnlees Hall\, Park Wall\, High Jofless\, Tunstall Reservoir\, Backstone Bank Wood\, Baal Hill Wood\, Holywell Farm\, Wolsingham. \nDistance: 9.50 miles & 900 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: A walk of good tracks\, some fields to navigate through\, a little road walking .Good scenic views of Co. Durham all-around with a focal point of Tunstall Reservoir. Now into early Spring flowers and trees will be starting to show signs of new growth. Come along if you can and enjoy the scenery on a good walk. \nWalk Leader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-54/
LOCATION:Wolsingham Station\, Wolsingham\, DL13 3BF
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260301T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260301T170000
DTSTAMP:20251021T180441Z
CREATED:20250915T160111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T180441Z
UID:3467-1772357400-1772384400@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Bike Ride - Birtley Loop
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Boldon Community Association for a 9.30 am start. \nDetails to be provided at a later date.
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bike-ride-27/
LOCATION:Boldon Community Association\, New Road\, Boldon Colliery\, Tyne & Wear\, NE35 9DS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260213T144818Z
CREATED:20250928T140718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T144818Z
UID:3578-1772013600-1772038800@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Dalton-Le-Dale\, Seaham\, SR7 7XJ
DESCRIPTION:Please meet for a 10.00 AM start to the walk from Dalden (Dawden) Tower car park\, Dene Road\, Seaham. \nThe car park is on the opposite side of the road to the tower. \nPost Code: SR7 7XJ \nGrid Ref: NZ 420 486 \nRoute: Dalden Tower\, Dalton Bridge\, West Farm\, Hawthorn\, New Plantation\, King Charles III EC Coastal Path\, Noses Point\, Hazel Dene\, Stony Cut Bank\, Dawdon Dene\, Parking. \nDistance: 9 miles with 900 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: A very picturesque area of Co. Durham with fine panoramic views looking Westward and a wonderful seascape to the East. The beaches around this area have been transformed since the coal mining came to an end and they are top class now. If you fancy a look for yourself come along and join us\, you will be most welcome. \nWalk Leader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/3578/
LOCATION:Daldon Tower Car Park\, Dene Road\, Seaham\, SR7 7QF
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260216T104624Z
CREATED:20250915T164012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T104624Z
UID:3518-1771752600-1771779600@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Car Walk - Kirkwelpington\, Newcastle\, NE19 2RT
DESCRIPTION:Parking in front of village hall. Walk starts at 9.30 am. \nPost code: NE19 2RT \nGrid Ref. NY 997 844 \nRoute: Kirkwelpington\, Great Bravington\, Throcklington\, Sweethope\, Cornhill\, Kirkwelpington. \nDistance: 11.5 miles with 1\,000 ft. of ascent. \nDescription: Quiet flat\, fields\, lanes and roads. Expect more mud! \nWalk Leader: Peter Thomas
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-car-walk-48/
LOCATION:Kirkwelpington\, Post Office\, Kirkwelpington\, Northumberland\, NE19 2RX
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260215T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260102T211148Z
CREATED:20250915T162747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T211148Z
UID:3492-1771144200-1771174800@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Bus Walks - Saltburn\, North Yorks
DESCRIPTION:Walk Leaders: Peter Thomas\, Mick Johns\, Pete Henry. \nLonger Walk\nRoute: Saltburn\, Skelton\, Airy Hill Lane\, Slapewath\, Cleveland Street Walk\, North Skelton\, Brotton\, Saltburn. \nDistance: 12 miles with 1\,600 ft. of ascent. \nUrban roads\, tracks and fields. \nWalk Leader: Peter Thomas \nMiddle Walk\nRoute: Saltburn promenade\, Cleveland Way\, Warsett Hill\, Skinningrove\, Carling Howe\, Brotton\, North Skelton\, Saltburn Gill\, Saltburn. \nDistance: 11 miles with 1\,800 ft. of ascent. \nCoastal path\, fields and tracks. \nWalk Leader: Mick Johns \n  \nShorter Walk\nRoute: Saltburn\, Coastal path to Skinningrove\, Back Street (path)\, Brotton\, Brough House Farm\, Saltburn. \nDistance: 9 miles with  1\,150 ft. of ascent. \nA varied walk with excellent view. A mixture of pastures\, lanes and tracks with generally good paths\,biome urban. The ascent out of Skinningrove is 370 ft. over ¾ of a mile. \nWalk Leader: Pete Henry
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bus-walks-14/
LOCATION:Yorkshire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260127T225320Z
CREATED:20250928T140139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T225320Z
UID:3576-1770804000-1770829200@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Broompark\, Durham DH7 7RW
DESCRIPTION:Meet for a 10.00am start to the walk. \nParking at Broompark picnic area which can be accessed from the B6302 off Broom Lane. \nGrid Ref: NZ 250 415 \nPost Code: DH7 7RW \nRoute: Picnic Area\, Deerness Valley ( Railway Path)\, Flass Lodge\, Hag House Farm\, Esh\, Ushaw College (Heritage Centre)\, Lodge Farm\, Lanchester (Railway Path)\, West Broom Farm\, Picnic Area. \nDistance: 9.50 Miles with 800 ft. of ascent. \nThis is a relatively easy walk around 30% is on the old railway track. \nOnce out of the valley the views open out to some great swathes of Co. Durham. \nWell worth coming if you have never attended the walks before get your boots and join us. \nWalk Leader: John Henderson \n 
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-53/
LOCATION:Broompark Picnic Area\, Broom Lane\, County Durham\, DH7 7RJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260201T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260201T170000
DTSTAMP:20251021T180318Z
CREATED:20250915T155618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T180318Z
UID:3463-1769940000-1769965200@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sunday Bike Ride - Blyth via Cramlington
DESCRIPTION:Meet at South Shields Ferry landing at 10.00  am. \nDetails to be provided at a later date.
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/sunday-bike-ride-18/
LOCATION:Ferry Landing\, River Drive\, South Shields\, Tyne & Wear\, NE33 1JR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260110T191917Z
CREATED:20251001T111907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T191917Z
UID:3634-1769594400-1769619600@theboac.co.uk
SUMMARY:Midweek Car Walk - Edmundbyers\, Co Durham\, DH8 9NQ
DESCRIPTION:Please meet for a 10.00am start to the walk. \nParking on Church Lane by St. Edmunds Church. \nPost Code: DH8 9NQ \nGrid Ref: NZ 014 499 \nRoute: Edmundbyers\, Muggleswick Park\, Coal Gate\, Cushat Leazes\, Goldhill Edge\, Smiddy Shaw Reservoir\, Hisehope Reservoir\, Black Hill\, Stoterly Hill\, Edmundbyers. \nDistance: 9.50 Miles with 1\,000 ft. of ascent. \nThis is a scenic walk with great views over Derwent Reservoir & the surrounding countryside of Co. Durham. There are some good tracks to follow through the heather and access land. We will follow the path of the watercourse between the two reservoirs and then on to Stoterly Hill. If you want to shake off the cobwebs get your boots on for an exhilarating day’s walking. \nWalkLeader: John Henderson
URL:https://theboac.co.uk/event/midweek-car-walk-76/
LOCATION:Edmundbyers\, Church Lane\, Edmundbyers\, County Durham\, DH8 9NQ
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