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CSSC have arranged for a hill walking weekend to be held in Harrogate, North Yorkshire from Friday 15th June until Monday 18th June 2018 based at The Cairn Hotel. This event will be the third of six Hill Walking events to be held in 2018. This event will be one of six Hill Walking events to be held in 2018. The other weekends will be held in Braemar, Scotland Winter Skills, Gower South Wales, Keswick - Lake District, Snowdon summit navigation and scrambling weekend and a Southern Venue to be confirmed.

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Venue

The Cairn Hotel is located only a short 10 minute walk from the centre of town, nesting on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales is the popular tourist destination of Harrogate.The hotel offers you a tranquil haven in which to relax. The 3 Star AA hotel was built during Harrogate’s period as a spa town when people came from far and wide to take the waters. Carefully modernised, grand original features still welcome you to this charming Victorian hotel. The venue includes free onsite parking and fitness room.

Background

After the success of previous years CSSC Hill Walking Weekends there has been great demand for more events in different areas of Britain. The emphasis is on fun for all abilities both on and off the hills. We have walkers of all ages, men and women, beginners and experienced alike. There is a great demand for places so book early to avoid disappointment!

It doesn’t matter if you haven’t hill walked before, you will choose the level of walk you feel happy with and you will be led by highly qualified walking guides.

So why come along?

If you’ve not done Hill Walking before, this is a great opportunity to try something new. The qualified walk leaders will show you how to go and make the walk safe and enjoyable. If you have done it before, you will have the opportunity to suggest a walk to the leaders or you may fancy pushing yourself by trying climbing if we have the interest from the group.

Whether you come on your own or bring some friends, there is always a welcoming group atmosphere that will make the weekend all the more entertaining. The team are dedicated to ensuring you enjoy the weekend from start to finish. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people who all share the same outlook.

Experience/Fitness

This weekend is designed for walkers of all abilities with three levels of walks being offered daily. To undertake the Yorkshire Dales Three Peaks you will need to be fit enough to walk 24 miles in 12 hours.

What’s included?

We will be staying at the Cairn Hotel on a Dinner Bed and Breakfast basis. This includes a full English breakfast and a three course dinner in the restaurant.Lunches (Sandwiches) will be provided Saturday and Sunday. Also included in the cost are walk leaders, to help you get the most out of the weekend.

Schedule

The weekend will start on the Friday night by checking in to the hotel around 5pm to settle in before dinner. You may choose to arrive earlier and enjoy the facilities on site. This is followed by a meal in the hotel’s restaurant then a chance to check out the local establishments to ensure a good night’s sleep.

Saturday morning we meet for a hearty breakfast before we split into our chosen group for the decided walks. On completion of the walk, following a well needed shower, we meet for a private dinner in the Mountbatten suite for a pre-Christmas Ball with entertainment.

Timings for the Sunday will be about the same but dinner will again be held in the hotel restaurant, with Monday being a chance to pack, say your goodbyes and prepare for your journey home.

To offer a little variety for this event there are additional options of Rock Climbing or a visit to the famous Harrogate Turkish Spa.

What you need to bring

The following is a list of the basic equipment you will need. / Other useful but non essential items are
Sturdy walking boots (not trainers) / Map and compass
Thick socks (a few pairs) / Whistle
Lightweight trousers / shorts - No denim/jeans / Personal first aid kit
Waterproof Jacket and trousers / Extra snacks eg chocolate
Walking clothing including fleece or jumper / Flask
Hat and gloves / Torch
Sun cream / Mobile phone
Water bottle 1-2 lts / Strong insect repellent
Rucksack (35lts) – To carry your packed lunch, which is supplied. / Sunglasses – Just in case we choose the weekend for the summer to begin and end
Towel and Wash kit / Emergency bivvy bag (plastic and costs a few pounds)
Ear plugs (in case of snorers!)

Transport

You will be responsible for your own transport arrangements to Harrogate.

Cairn Hotel

Ripon Road

Harrogate

North Yorkshire

HG1 2JD

Tel: 01423 504005

Travel by road- From London take the M1 to J32 onto M18. At J2 go on to A1(m) then A661 and a59 to

Harrogate.

From Glasgow: M74/a74 then M6 towards Penrith then A66 to Scotch Corner. Go South on A1 to A6055 to Ripon and follow A59 to Harrogate

From Edinburgh: A68/69 towards Newcastle upon Tyne than A1 to A6055 then as above

Travel by Rail- The station in Harrogate is serviced by connections from London, York, Leeds, Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Two months before the event a full a list of Names, Location and Telephone numbers will be collated to facilitate car/ lift sharing to the event.

Please indicate on your application form your Method of travel to the event.

Insurance

All CSSC members are covered by CSSC Sports and Leisure Public Liability Insurance. Please understand that this is liability insurance not a personal accident policy. You are advised and encouraged to arrange your own insurance.

Cost

CSSC Members:£180.00pp (inc. VAT)

Single room supplement per night:£15.00pp(inc. VAT)

(Cost includes guides, accommodation and all meals)

Booking

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

To secure your place, please complete an application form and return it together with deposit/ payment by 1st May 2018

Places are not confirmed until you receive an acknowledgement letter.

Payment

To pay by credit card please call 01494 888407and quoting name of the event

Please make cheques payable to: ‘CSSC Ltd’

Send to: Chris Johnson, CSSC Event Team, Compton Court, 20-24 Temple End, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP13 5DR

If you are paying by BACS : HSBC , Sort Code 40-02-06, Account 50232572 Please quote HARROGATE HILL and Your Surname as the reference.

Contacts

If you require any more information you can contact our CSSC Organisers

Clair Wilson on or 07817 000 406

CSSC Head Office contact Chris Johnson or call on 01494 888407