Events - October 2010

We are having a second hand book sale in Sheffield city centre to raise vital funds. Come down and have a browse at some bargain fiction and non-fiction books.

10.00am until 1.00pm.

We're also looking for people to donate books, so please get in touch with Danny Anderson if you've got any spares for a good cause.

Location: Victoria Methodist Hall, Chapel Walk, Sheffield S1 2JB
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English Heritage does loads of conservation work in the Peak District.

As well as iconic historic buildings like Peveril Castle, it works in partnership with other organisations such as the Peak District National Park Authority to look after a whole range of archaeological sites, monuments and historic landscapes such as Arbor Low. It provides specialist advice to landowners and local authorities about the conservation management of our cultural heritage. It also gives conservation grants too - including a recent one to Calver Weir.

Jon Humble gives the low down on what English Heritage is working on now. His talk and presentation will include the opportunity to ask questions.  

Cost: £5 non members; free Friends of the Peak District members

Download booking form, or contact Saskia Palmer to book a place.

Location: Victoria Hall Methodist Church, Norfolk Street, Sheffield S1 2JB
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We are looking for intrepid supporters to take part in a sponsored abseil at Miller's Dale Bridge near Monsal Head to raise funds for us.

It costs just £25 to enter, and we ask you to also collect as much sponsorship as you can for Friends of the Peak District.

The bridge is 90 feet high, with wonderful views - so you'll have a great experience, while raising funds for a brilliant cause.

You can choose the time of day you would like to do it, and the abseil is open to anyone aged 12 or over (though under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian).

To find out more see our booking form or contact Danny Anderson on 0114 266 5822.

Location: Millers Dale Bridge near Monsall Head
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Join us for this two hour walk around Stanton Moor and the Nine Ladies stone circle.

Stanton Moor was the home to Britain's longest green protest, when eco-warriors camped there for ten years. Friends of the Peak District and other local groups were also part of the campaign to successfully stop the precious landscape being quarried.

Come along and also find out about another three stone circles in the area, Duke's Drive and what the Canadian Land Army were doing there during World War One. Peak District National Park Authority ranger, Andrew Leadbetter and Friends of the Peak District trustee Anthea Rawlence will be on hand to guide the walk and answer questions.

Cost: £2.50 - all funds raised will go to Friends of the Peak District and the Greenaway Workshop in Matlock.

To book a place, contact Anthea Rawlence at mag@winster.org or 01629 650480

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Saddle up and join Racing TNT (the largest triathlon team in the region) for a 100 kilometre sponsored bike ride around the Peak - starting and finishing in Hathersage. There's a £10 entry fee, and we're asking you to collect as much sponsorship as you can for Friends of the Peak District.

If you think you're up to it, then please get in touch with Danny Anderson to find out more.

Location: Starting at Hathersage
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