Summer Outings Programme

Sheffield Photographic Society Summer Outings Programme 2009

To see pictures of previous outings click here.

After the end of the season of talks, competitions and demonstrations we have a series of summer outings which take place on Tuesday evening at places in or near to Sheffield and at weekends for places further afield. Everyone enjoys these extra opportunities for meeting with friends and getting to know each other better and, of course, all the occasions offer photographic opportunities which many would probably not have found if alone. So, this year these are the dates you may like to put in your diaries.

There is no need to book a place for any of the Tuesday events, just turn up on the day, but if you need more information you can phone the organizer. Sometimes you will need to book for the weekend events, which will be shown in the details below. For all these occasions please make your own arrangements for car sharing - the fewer cars the easier the parking. For all the Tuesday evenings the meeting time is 7 pm; for the weekend meetings see the notes below.

If there aren't enough outings listed here, Steve Dorey has produced a list of other events that you can take your camera to this summer; click here to see the list.

This is preliminary information provided by Paul Cutts who has organized the outings, but watch this space for updates. For more information about the weekend outings, contact Paul on 0114 262 0036, and for the Tuesday evenings contact the organizer listed below.

Tuesday 19th May at 7pm: Gardoms Edge near Baslow

Leader Frank Milner, phone 0114 263 0078. Park at Curbar crossroads (turn left at the crossroads and park on the left). This is on the main A621 half way between Owler Bar and Baslow. This is an easy two to three mile walk with scenic and early Bronze Age interests. Back via Birchen Edge.

Saturday 30th May: Southwell Minster and Upton Hall, near Newark

Meet at the Minster cafe in the grounds of the Minster at 10:30 am. The drive from Sheffield is about one hour via Mansfield; it is usually possible to park on the road outside the Minster. Photography permits can be bought at the Minster (£4.80) and we will have until about mid-day to use our cameras inside, afterwards outside. Meet again at the Minster cafe at 12:45 for a snack lunch.

Leave Southwell at about 2:10 pm and drive to Upton Hall, the headquarters of the British Horological Institute. This is about four miles away on the A612 towards Newark. Meet at about 2:30 pm. Upton Hall is an elegant Georgian building and we shall have private access to the exterior for photography purposes. There is no charge but some voluntary contribution is welcome. Leave at about 4 pm and depart for home.

Tuesday 2nd June at 7pm: Wyming Brook

Leader Gerry Sweetman, phone 0114 230 5268. Drive out along the A57 Manchester Road, turn left at Crosspool shops onto Sandygate Road, which becomes Redmires Road as you pass the golf course; continue past the old Lodge Moor hospital on the left, two pubs (The Sportsman and the Three Merry Lads) until the road drops into a dip at the top of Wyming Brook; the car park entrance is immediately after the bridge on the right. Stream and woodland scenery in a picturesque gorge. Tripod useful. Walking distance about two miles or a little more.

Saturday 6th June: The Joe Cornish Gallery at Northallerton (revised instructions)

Meet at the gallery at about 11:30 am (Suggest allow a couple of hours to get there). There is a permanent Joe Cornish exhibition plus a visiting exhibition called Timeless Light of monochrome prints by the Scottish photographer Colin Homes. The gallery is on Zetland Street.

How to get there: Take the A1 north and turn off at Leeming Bar and follow the A684 for Northallerton. On entering Northallerton go past the railway station then straight on at the first roundabout. At the second roundabout go half left into the High Street. After about 100 yards turn right at the Yorkshire Bank and into Zetland Street (one way). The gallery is about 30 yards along on the left. Immediately past the gallery turn left into their car park, which is at the back of the gallery; park on the left hand side. If you get lost, phone the gallery on 01609 777404.

Lunch in Northallerton and then on to Ripon for the afternoon. Timing from there will be up to individuals to decide.

Tuesday 16th June at 7pm: Ashford in the Water to Ashford Mill

Leader Keith Allchin, phone 0114 236 0267. An easy riverside walk to the ruined Ashford water mill. River scenery, a weir, old waterwheels and the old mill building. Possibly fly fishermen in the river. Distance about two miles. The path can be muddy in places. Meeting place: enter Ashford village from the A6020, bear left through the village and park near the old village cross, between the church and Sheepwash Bridge. Map reference SK194697. Time: 7pm or earlier. We need to set off by 7.10pm in order to be sure of catching the light at the old mill.

Saturday 20th June: Barrow Hill Roundhouse engine sheds

Meet at Barrow hill at 10:30 am. Probably easiest approach is via Eckington and then along the B6053 to Staveley. Turn right signed for Barrow Hill and follow the signs.

Lots of engines in various stages of restoration. Should be excellent photo opportunities. No charge but a donation is welcomed. Stay as long as you wish.

Tuesday 23rd June at 7pm: Pilsley Village, near Baslow

Leader Graham Thorpe, phone 0114 262 0601. Drive out through Baslow on the A621 and take the B6012 as if going to Chatworth. After a few yards take the right turn signposted Pilsley. Park where convenient in the village and meet outside the pub. This is an architecturally interesting Chatsworth estate village plus an opportunity for a short round walk from the top of the village. Maximum walking distance about one mile.

Tuesday 30th June at 7pm: Five Weirs Walk

Leader Tim Swetnam, phone 01709 372326. A round walk along part of the Five Weirs Walk in the lower Don Valley, Sheffield. Park on Furnival Road and walk to the entrance of the Victoria Quays opposite the bottom of the old Victoria Station approach. (Note: the Blonk Street car park closes at 8 pm.) An urban industrial heritage walk full of photographic interest. Also wildlife photo opportunities. Walking distance about three mile, all on the level.

Tuesday 7th July at 7pm: Rivelin Valley and Black Brook Waterfall (see below for repeat next week)

Leader Peter Mason, phone 0114 230 6953. A walk along the Rivelin Valley to the newly revealed Black Brook Waterfall and back again. From Crosspool drive out along the A57 Manchester Road about two miles and take the first road on the right, Rails Road. Park in the car park immediately on the left. Photo opportunities include the waterfall, which until recently was almost hidden in dense undergrowth, and the old steel working dams. Distance about two miles. Tripod useful for waterfall pictures.

Saturday 11th July: A Photo Day in Liverpool

Thirty members and friends have signed up and paid up but there are still plenty of seats left on the coach. If you want to go and haven't signed up just turn up on the day and pay on the coach (£15). The coach will be outside our club rooms and will leave at 8:30 am. I have arranged with St. Peter's for members to leave cars in the church car park while we are away for the day.

This (second) club visit to Liverpool will offer photo opportunities to suit all interests and tastes. No fixed arrangements except that the coach will leave at 5 pm (pick up point to be decided by the driver). Organise your own food and drink.

Tuesday 14th July at 7pm: Rivelin Valley and Black Brook Waterfall (repeat due to downpour on the 7th)

Leader Peter Mason, phone 0114 230 6953. A walk along the Rivelin Valley to the newly revealed Black Brook Waterfall and back again. From Crosspool drive out along the A57 Manchester Road about two miles and take the first road on the right, Rails Road. Park in the car park immediately on the left. Photo opportunities include the waterfall, which until recently was almost hidden in dense undergrowth, and the old steel working dams. Distance about two miles. Tripod useful for waterfall pictures.

Tuesday 21st July at 7pm: Crook Hill

Leader Frank Milner, phone 0114 263 0078. A walk up Crook Hill for wonderful views over Ladybower - you can go all the way or turn round before the top - followed by a meal in the Ladybower Inn. Meet in the car park of the Ladybower Inn, on the A57 Glossop Road from Sheffield just before Ladybower reservoir. The walk will be fairly short so that we can be back for the meal by about 8:15 at the latest.

Tuesday 28th July at 7pm: Crook Hill (repeat due to downpour on the 21st)

Leader Frank Milner, phone 0114 263 0078. A walk up Crook Hill for wonderful views over Ladybower - you can go all the way or turn round before the top. Park on the main A57 road on the left between the Ladybower and Ashopton viaducts, and meet on the Ashopton viaduct. The view from Crook Hill is stunning, especially if it doesn't rain!

Tuesday 4th August at 7pm: Crook Hill (another repeat due to yet more rain on the 28th)

Leader Frank Milner, phone 0114 263 0078. A walk up Crook Hill for wonderful views over Ladybower - you can go all the way or turn round before the top. Park on the main A57 road on the left between the Ladybower and Ashopton viaducts, and meet on the Ashopton viaduct. The view from Crook Hill is stunning, especially if it doesn't rain!