Dyke Hikes

Download the walks programme Summer 2012

Please note that Judy’s walk on 15^th July up Cheviot is a no dogs walk (this is a change to the original brochure details)

'Dyke Hikes' are a group of lesbians who enjoy walking.  While the emphasis is on leisure and meeting people, a reasonable degree of fitness is required along with appropriate boots and clothing.  Most walks are between 6 and 9 miles long and take place in the countryside across Northumberland and County Durham (with occasional variations).  Many walks are followed by a visit to the pub or local cafe. New walk programmes are prepared every 6 months, with one or two walks offered each month.  Walks are free although a small contribution now and again from regular walkers helps us with the cost of printing and hosting the website.

In most case you will need your own transport to get to the meeting points although lifts can sometimes be arranged. No advance booking is required and lesbians visiting the area are welcome to join us.

Contact Us
If you are new to Dyke Hikes or just need more information, please email us: dykehikes@hotmail.com

Please note that all walk leaders are volunteers and everyone participates at their own risk.       

The programme (March - September 2012)

Important points to note

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Overview of Summer programme

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April 15^th Allen Banks and Plankey Mill (6.5 miles) Lisa
April 29^th Holy Island (6 miles) Shirley

May 13^th Stanhope Dene and Moor (8 miles) Hilary: Dogs on leads only

May 16^th Wylam, Close House (3.5 miles : Wed eve) Pam

May 27^th Talkin Tarn & Gelt Woods (7.5 miles) Pam

June 10^th Auckland Castle Park & Escomb (7.5miles) Allison

June 21^st Warkworth (4 miles :Solstice Thurs evening) Shirley

June 24^th Rothbury Terraces (5 miles) Liz

July 15^th Cheviot summit (8.8miles) Judy. Note: This is a no dogs walk

July 29^th Wensleydale: Leyburn Shawl & Wensley (6 miles) Val

August 12^th Low Newton & Dunstanburgh (7 miles) Sharon

August 26^th Jervaulx Abbey & Thornton Steward (7.5 miles) Val

Sept 9^th Whitley Chapel & Devil’s Water (7.5miles) Pam

Sept 23^rd Tunstall Reservoir (7.5miles) Bev

Important points to note

• Walks begin promptly 15 minutes after stated meeting time. 
• Please make every effort to be on time.
• Bring something to eat and drink, waterproof clothing with suitable footwear.
• Walks are only cancelled in very adverse weather. If in doubt contact the walk leader.
• Dogs are welcome on the walks indicated but must be kept under control at all times.
• People participate at their own risk
• Walks are open to lesbians aged 18 years and over
• Read the walk description and check it is within your capability.  If in doubt contact the walk leader.