{"id":763,"date":"2011-06-25T14:07:30","date_gmt":"2011-06-25T14:07:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dpfr.org.uk\/wp_dpfr\/?p=763"},"modified":"2011-06-25T14:13:45","modified_gmt":"2011-06-25T14:13:45","slug":"","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dpfr.org.uk\/wp_dpfr\/763","title":{"rendered":"Off-roaders in the Peak District"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Friends of the Peak District&rsquo;s&nbsp;<\/b><b>Take Back the Tracks Rally<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">On Saturday the 9<span class=\"s1\">th<\/span> July 2011, Friends of the Peak District will be holding a rally to highlight the problems caused by off-roading within the Peak District National Park, and the solutions. The rally is taking place before the National Park Authority reviews their policy on the 15<span class=\"s1\">th<\/span> of July, and a strong message from the rally will put further pressure on the Authority to take tougher action. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">The rally will take place on the Long Causeway at Stanage Edge. This route is in a particularly sensitive and iconic location, and its use by vehicles has caused significant damage to the surface, as well disturbance in this tranquil location. Two Groups will meet at Stanage Pole at 1pm, one will start at Dennis Knoll (below Stanage Edge in Derbyshire), the other from Redmires Reservoir (on the very edge of Sheffield). At the Pole there will be brief speeches and an opportunity to have a picnic,<span class=\"s2\"> <\/span>after which walkers are free to enjoy the views as they make their own way home.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><b>Locations and Start Times<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p3\">Dennis Knoll (Grid Reference: 227 843) &#8211; 12.00 pm<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Redmires Reservoir (Grid Reference: 256 851) &ndash; 12.20 pm<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Stanage Pole (Grid Reference: 247 844) &ndash; 1.00 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p3\">The rally will end at<span class=\"s2\"> <\/span>Stanage Edge after the short speeches.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Getting to the Start Points<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">At Dennis Knoll, due to the restrictions on parking<span class=\"s1\"> <\/span>(it can accommodate only 6 vehicles), walkers are encouraged to use the Plantation Car Park (Grid Reference: 237 837) which is approximately a mile to the east, or if possible incorporate the rally into wider Stanage Edge walk. Parking on the verges in the vicinity should be avoided.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">From Redmires, there is a car park at the reservoir (Grid Reference: 256 857) and also on at Wyming Brook (Grid Reference: 269 858). Alternatively there is a regular bus service which runs from Charnock, via the Sheffield City Centre and it will take you to the edge of Lodge Moor. The number 51 bus arrives<span class=\"s1\"> <\/span>there at 11.13 and 11.45. Allow plenty of time to walk to the start point at 12.20.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Important Information<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">The routes cross exposed areas of open moorland, therefore all rally attendees should bring appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. Given the uneven and loose surfaces, all walkers are advised to<span class=\"s1\"> <\/span>wear suitable outdoor footwear. The route up from Dennis Knoll is steeper<span class=\"s4\">,<\/span> more rocky and loose; if you would like a less arduous route please choose the Redmires route.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Walkers from<span class=\"s1\"> <\/span>Dennis Knoll<span class=\"s1\"> <\/span>should be aware that at the top, the route is constricted with a steep drop on one side. If approached by vehicles please pass them on the opposite side to the edge.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Dogs are welcome, however they must be on a short leash to avoid disturbance to livestock and nesting birds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Please bring your own food and sufficient water.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Please feel free to bring banners. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><b>Mountain Bikers<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Mountain Bikers should be aware if ascending or descending Long Causeway that the surface is very uneven and has large boulders, drops and loose material. It should only be descended by experienced mountain bikers. They must also give way to pedestrians on the Causeway.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><b>Behavior&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Whilst we do not believe Long Causeway is suitable for vehicle use, motorbikes and four wheeled<span class=\"s1\"> <\/span>vehicles have legal rights of access. During the rally there must be no prevention of this legal right. Rally attendees are asked to be courteous and considerate to all users, including those on\/in motorised vehicles. Remember, the rally&rsquo;s objective is to pressure the<span class=\"s1\"> <\/span>National Park Authority to take tougher action where the environment, enjoyment and safety of other users is being significantly harmed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Marshalls and first aiders will be on<span class=\"s1\"> <\/span>each route.<span class=\"s1\"> <\/span>All those at the rally are expected to take care.<span class=\"s1\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Confirmation of Attendance<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Whilst there is no need to formally confirm attendance, it would be useful to know in advance how many people might be attending. Therefore please could you let us know if you plan to come and from which location you will be starting. Please email<span class=\"s1\"> <a href=\"mailto:john@friendsofthepeak.org.uk\">john@friendsofthepeak.org.uk<\/a><\/span> or phone 0114 2665822.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Further Information<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Further information on the rally and our campaign can be found on our website<span class=\"s1\"> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.friendsofthepeak.org.uk\/\"><span class=\"s5\">www.friendsofthepeak.org.uk<\/span><\/a><\/span>. Alternatively, please call 0114 2665822 or email<span class=\"s1\"> <a href=\"mailto:john@friendsofthepeak.org.uk\">john@friendsofthepeak.org.uk<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><b>John King<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Friends of the Peak District&rsquo;s&nbsp;Take Back the Tracks Rally On Saturday the 9th July 2011, Friends of the Peak District will be holding a rally to highlight the problems caused by off-roading within the Peak District National Park, and the solutions. 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