An introduction to navigating with map and compass, in the Bleasdale area.
The sessions are delivered over two days. Participation in day two of Navigation for Walkers is dependent on completing day one.
There will be a classroom session in the morning, with slides and discussion, and practical navigation in the afternoon during a local, low-level farmland walk.
Tea and coffee are available in the morning; participants should bring their own lunch and a drink for the afternoon walk.
Distance 3.5 miles - easy
How to book
Please visit our Ticket Tailor page to book.
Further information
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start for registration.
Please bring with you;
- A good quality walking compass, (for example Silva Expedition 4) which includes romer scales
- An OS map of the Bleasdale area (OL 41 – Forest of Bowland and Ribblesdale)
- any medication required
- clothing appropriate to the weather conditions
- ankle length waterproof boots
- a drink
- sunscreen and insect repellent, if required
- lunch, tea/coffee flask and water
On some occasions such as bad weather, we have to cancel an activity. Please check this website listing close to the event for any updates.
For any further enquiries, please contact greatoutdoors@wyre.gov.uk or call 01253 887502.
In case of an emergency or in the event that you need to cancel on the day, please contact 07976 650803.
How to find us
Meet at Bleasdale Parish Hall, off Bleasdale Lane, Bleasdale, PR3 1UY (not suitable for sat navs)
Grid reference: SD 574454
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Car parking available parish hall
No public transport to site
Toilet facilities