Our origins
At the end of 2023, Springfield Fellwalking Club celebrated our 57th Anniversary.
Our Origins began from the Springfields Nuclear Fuel Manufacturing Plant near Preston when many workers in Springfields Social Club banded together with a common purpose, to enjoy good company walking in the open air whilst enjoying wonderful scenery. All at a reasonable cost and often cheaper than doing it individually.
We became independent of Springfields Social Club some years ago and the Club was renamed Springfield Fell Walking Club. The original structure of the club was retained, passing the test of time without much change and serves well in the current era.
Our Origins began from the Springfields Nuclear Fuel Manufacturing Plant near Preston when many workers in Springfields Social Club banded together with a common purpose, to enjoy good company walking in the open air whilst enjoying wonderful scenery. All at a reasonable cost and often cheaper than doing it individually.
We became independent of Springfields Social Club some years ago and the Club was renamed Springfield Fell Walking Club. The original structure of the club was retained, passing the test of time without much change and serves well in the current era.
When we walk
We walk every alternate Saturday and have 3 grades of walks lead by experienced walkers; A, B and C, to cater for different levels of ability. The list below is for guidance only, as some walks may be slightly harder or easier, depending on the location.
The walks programme shows the distance and height of each walk. Each walk is led by an experienced club member. Typically, the distance and height of the walks is as follows:
Distance Height Climbed
Grade A 13 miles 3000 feet
Grade B 11 miles 2500 feet
Grade C 9 miles 1000 feet
The day's walking is normally followed by a pub meal during the journey home. This depends on the coach distance travelled. If this option does not suit you, some members just discuss the flavour of the day and have a quiet drink.
Coach pickups are between Blackpool and The Black Bull Preston. See our Coach Pick Up Points & Times page.
New members are always welcome.
The walks programme shows the distance and height of each walk. Each walk is led by an experienced club member. Typically, the distance and height of the walks is as follows:
Distance Height Climbed
Grade A 13 miles 3000 feet
Grade B 11 miles 2500 feet
Grade C 9 miles 1000 feet
The day's walking is normally followed by a pub meal during the journey home. This depends on the coach distance travelled. If this option does not suit you, some members just discuss the flavour of the day and have a quiet drink.
Coach pickups are between Blackpool and The Black Bull Preston. See our Coach Pick Up Points & Times page.
New members are always welcome.
Cost
The coach fare is £15 per person per trip, payable in cash in the coach or by bank transfer prior to boarding the coach.
If our club is for you, then an annual membership is payable after your first three walks at a cost of £16 per year (in addition to the coach fare). You will receive a club membership card, the presentation of which will earn you some additional discount at some outdoors shops!
If our club is for you, then an annual membership is payable after your first three walks at a cost of £16 per year (in addition to the coach fare). You will receive a club membership card, the presentation of which will earn you some additional discount at some outdoors shops!
What do I wear?
Essentials:
Optional / recommended:
- A pair of walking boots
- A rucksack
- A waterproof jacket
- A fleece jacket / hoodie
- Outdoor trousers / something you can move in easily (no jeans!).
- A hat and gloves
- A change of clothing + shoes (to be left on the coach).
- Something to eat and drink in your rucksack!
Optional / recommended:
- A walking pole is useful
- It's advised to avoid cotton, and opt for nylon/polyester instead. For the same reason as jeans, as cotton won't dry quickly and you may end up feeling cold and uncomfortable.
- A whistle and plastic survival bag should be carried for emergencies, although the walk leader will have this.
- A pair of gaiters, over-trousers, spare clothing (a spare pair of socks might be welcome if water gets into your boot!).