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Winter Solstice Hike
Fri 22 Dec
|Lumb Carr Road Car Park, Holcombe
An adventure to watch the sun rise on the Winter Solstice.
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Time & Location
22 Dec 2023, 07:30
Lumb Carr Road Car Park, Holcombe, Lumb Carr Rd, Holcombe, Bury BL8 4NN, UK
About the Event
Enjoy the sun rise on the shortest day of the year - celebrating this year's Winter Solstice.
Here's what you need to know:
- Dogs are welcome: However please keep them on a lead no more than 2m in length at all times.
- The route: Appriximately 4 miles in length and typically involves around 280m / 920 feet of ascent, some of which may be considered steep. The route encompasses a variety of footpath and bridleway, both rocky and muddy, and moorland which can be wet and boggy.
- The Sunnywood Project strives to be a Leave No Trace organisation: We ask that, as best we can, we leave only footprints. Do not drop any litter – anyone caught doing so will not be welcome back on a Sunnywood Project event.
- Start time and duration: We will set off at 07:45am aiming to reach a perfect view spot to pause and admire the solstice sunrise at 08.24am The event typically takes around 2hrs depending on pace and enjoyment
What to bring:
- Ensure you are dressed for the forecast weather for the event - Please check before arrival and ensure you are dressed appropriately
- Sturdy footwear such as hiking boots or walking shoes
- Layers – The temperature will reduce as the event proceeds and can be 2-3°C different on top of the moors
- Please ensure you bring a waterproof outer layer, top and bottoms
- Snacks and water for the duration
- Hiking poles are optional
- Fully charged phone
- We recommend having the OS Locate and What3Words Apps installed
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