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Frequently Asked Questions
Peak District Mosaic (PDM) organises monthly walks in the Peak District National Park, with routes accessible by public transport. Walks vary from 3 to 7 miles and cover diverse terrain, often including inclines and uneven ground, providing a mix of challenges for participants. Efforts are made to accommodate participants with disabilities on walks where possible, selecting routes that can cater to different mobility levels while still offering a rewarding outdoor experience. The midweek walks are normally on less challenging routes, and a shorter distance than the weekend walks.
PDM aims to schedule walks once a month, with one Thursday midweek walk and one Saturday walk.
Each walk has a designated meeting point for easy access. Information is shared on the Peak District Mosaic website and emailed to those who have expressed an interest in joining the mailing list to receive information.
This varies a lot! Some of our evening walks will last a couple of hours and stay on the flat. Some of our more adventurous walks may take six hours and include a significant amount of walking uphill. All our event descriptions on Eventbrite will include this information. If you have a specific question about how accessible the walks are, please email info@peakdistrictmosaic.org
Our events are free. You may need to buy a bus ticket or train ticket to reach them. If you cannot afford this, please do get in contact with us at info@peakdistrictmosaic.org
We always consider how you can travel to the event easily. Often the start point is on a bus route or near a train station. In some instances, we will provide a free minibus to transport people to an event when it is a long way from public transport and we have funding for this. Information about travel for each event will be on Eventbrite.
We recommend you come prepared, depending on the weather.
Walking Shoes/Boots
Wear a pair that you feel comfortable in:
· Ankle support for downhill walking
· Good grip for slippery or unstable surfaces
· Good fit to prevent blisters
Trainers are not suitable for some terrains and distances.
Warm clothing, especially during Autumn and Winter months
Fleece, Jumper,
Coat, Raincoat
Gloves, Scarf, Hat
Waterproof trousers
Walking poles – are particularly useful if you have a knee issue. They also come in handy when trying to keep your balance over tricky terrain.
Food and Drink
Packed lunch, Snacks, Water
Hand sanitiser would also be useful to ensure hands are clean before eating.
Rucksack
Fitted bag cover – during wet weather
Some rucksacks have fitted covers already built in, or you can purchase them separately to specifically fit the size of your rucksack.
Other items to bring with you
Suncream, Sunglasses
Medication (if required)
Some cash
Spare socks
Mobile phone (if you have one – useful if there is an emergency)
Note: Waterproof footwear/coat would be useful if you have them.
Yes. You need to declare health conditions that will impact on your ability to participate in a walk. If so, you would need to explain what you need us to do if you became ill. Peak District Mosaic reserve the right to refuse you attending a walk if it is felt you would be at risk – depending on the nature of the walk.
Yes. You should carry with you all the medication you would need to take during the time you would spend taking part in a walk or activity.
You are advised to carry a small First Aid Kit with basic items such as bandages, plasters and antiseptic cream.
Peak District Mosaic reserve the right to refuse you attending a walk if it is felt that:
– you are putting yourself at risk if you do not have the appropriate clothing/footwear/supplies for the weather conditions.
– the walk was not suitable for you eg: steep inclines and rough terrain would not be suitable for wheelchair users.
We occasionally run training. To keep in touch, sign-up for our newsletter.
You can find out more about the Peak District National Park on their website (https://www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/home). This website has lots of information about the Peak District National Park. There are lots of opportunities to get involved with volunteering, opportunities to go on guided walks with Rangers and opportunities to work for the Peak District National Park.
our testimonials
“Peak District Mosaic trustees are delighted to be working in partnership with the three national parks. We will continue the journey to engage with more communities, to raise awareness and support individuals to develop the necessary and relevant skills to be ambassadors for their communities. It is an exciting time for us and we are grateful for the opportunity this project brings.”
Yvonne Witter, Chair of Peak District Mosaic