Galloway

 

The Hostel is just across from Newton Stewart on the eastern side of the River Cree. From A75 follow signs into Newton Stewart.  Look for Minnigaff signs by the bridge. Turn over the bridge and left into Millcroft Road by the "Cree Inn" and the Hostel is 650 yards on the left.

 

12 places have been booked for the nights of Friday 16^th and Saturday 17^th April at a cost of £14.25pppn.  We do need to fill the places to avoid paying cancellation charges.  If there are more than 12 of us I will apply for extra spaces, but otherwise will go on a first come, first served.

 

Galloway Forest Park contains numerous unspoilt and remote hills of over 2,000 feet. Glen Trool is 13 miles by car and provides good access to Merrick, the Dungeon Range and the Rhinns of Kells are nearby (OS Landranger 77).

 

I understand there is also good crag climbing to be had (albeit remote, but no queues). Web links: http://www.johnbiggar.com/galloway-climbing-index.asp and http://www.needlesports.com/galloway/gallowayindex.htm

Bedlinen and duvets provided so no need to bring sleeping bags, but you will need a towel. I will provide evening meal Friday and Saturday and breakfasts on Saturday and Sunday. Please bring your own packed lunches and refreshments.

 

With some nice weather, this should be a very pleasant and interesting meet. Private transport to gain access to the hills is essential.

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Please reply by 30^th March to Peter Chadwick, Newlaithes Manor, Newlaithes Road, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 4LG, telephone 0113 2588446, email: peter.chadwick@wrigleys.co.uk

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