Grades of Walks

Carr Mill Dam

Stainforth Force

“A” Walk

Demanding Walking

For fit and reasonably experienced walkers only. Major hill or mountain ascents may be involved.

10 - 17 miles depending upon the degree of difficulty.

“B” Walk

Moderate Walking

May involve  hill or mountain ascents.

9 - 13 miles depending upon the degree of difficulty.

“C” Walk

Easy Walking

May  involve some hills.

6 - 9 miles.

“Walkplan”

Walkplan is a system of grading a walk based on allocating 2 points for each mile covered and 2 points for each 500ft of cumulative ascent over the course of the walk.

E.G. An 11 mile walk with 1750ft of ascent would score 29 points.

Target Scores:  “A” Walk : 36 points +/- 4

                         “B” Walk : 26 points +/- 3

                         “C” Walk : 18 points +/- 2