SVIWG NEWSLETTER MARCH 2026
 
www.sviwg.co.uk

CHAIR; Sue Hill; susanmaryhill56@icloud.com mobile;07970311329 
 
Walk coordinator; EILEEN INGHAM; 07952241775; 01142814414  

From time to time we take photos to update our web site and also SRSB's web site.  If anyone does not wish to appear on group photos please make it clear at the beginning of the walk.  
Whilst every effort is taken by walk leaders members attending do so at their own risk.  All members are required to wear good walking boots and bring their own rucksack food and drink as well as waterproofs.   

WALKS  
For any walk enquiries contact the walk leader for their particular walk.

Tuesday 3rd March see previous newsletter for details

Wednesday 11th March.  Meet Sheffield Railway station 10.00 to catch the 10.14 train to Bamford, arriving 10.40.  Route; car drivers can usually park over the bridge or Shatton Lane. The group leaves the station and will proceed to Shatton Lane over the bridge to meet car drivers 11am.  Shatton lane, Elmore Farm Brough Lane, Wolf's Pit, Shatton Lane back to Bamford.  Distance; 6.1/2 miles. Terrain; Easy road walking some grassy footpaths 750 feet of continuous ascent and descent but not steep but good paths to walk on, first and last half mile is on a busy road so care to be taken. This walk is across open fields with exposed areas open to wind and rain. Suitable footwear and waterproofs necessary. There are no obvious places to sit for lunch so bring a mat or stand. Leader; Andy Abbey 07587082473 for all walk enquiries. Trains return to Sheffield 14.42 or 15.42.
Please let Martin know by Friday 6th March so he knows he has enough guides to cover also to meet group at the station.  07747443812 mrmartinwing@gmail.com 
 
Thursday 19th March.  Meet Queens Head pub Pond Hill 9.15 to travel by mini bus leaving 9.30 to Fairholmes.  Route; to be decided on the day due to weather conditions. Distance; 
around 8 miles. Terrain; some climbing, rough and good paths moderate walking. Leaders; Peak Park Rangers 07502547221 for all walk enquiries.  The contact for this walk is Martin contact him by Friday 13th March to ensure enough guides for VI's also where you intend to meet the group.

Sunday 22 March. Meet Sheffield Cathedral Church Street 10.30 to catch no 51 10.50 bus to Sandygate Football club walk starts 11.10.  Route; walking along Coppice Road, Rivelin Nature trail downhill to Malin Bridge to catch the tram back into town. Distance; 4 miles Terrain; Downhill along paths and bridleways. Leader; Les Seaman who will meet the group at Sandygate 07547115946.  For all walk enquiries.
Contact Martin by Wednesday March 18th if joining this walk

Tuesday 31st March  Meet Sheffield interchange main foyer 9.20 to catch 9.45 no 272 mainline bus to Fox House arrives 10.16.  Route; Longshore, walking to lodge passing Robin Hood's well crossing the B654, to White Edge Moor, continuing through wooded area crossing the B654 by the Grouse Inn, returning back to Londshore.  Distance; 4.1/2 miles. Terrain; on good paths with some easy inclines,.  Leader; Nigel Robb 07538460680 for all walk enquiries.
Return buses to Sheffield 14.03 15.00 16.39 also stagecoach 14.23. Please contact Martin by Friday 27th March for him to make sure enough guides also where you will meet group. 

SOCIAL EVENTS AT SRSB 

Friday 17th April Cheese and Wine tasting evening.  Starts 7pm 5 Mappin Street.  This popular event supported by Starmore Boss along with Porterbrook Deli.  Fundraising event is open to everyone book asap to avoid disappointment. £25 per person.  tel 0114 2722757; or email; info@srsb.org.uk  

SRSB are excited to announce a weekly running club starting on Thursday 5th February at Sheffield Hallam Athletic stadium Woodburn Road.  The time is 12 until 2pm.  Suitable for all for complete beginners or seasoned runners.  Costs £3.50 per session card only. Tel; 0114 2722757.

SIGHT SIMULATION AND TRAINING VIDEOS

SIGHT SIMULATION VIDEO

https://youtu.be/JfMUOv8wjbo?si=Nq3Y2894FxhqkHQD
  
So how to guide a blind person

https://youtu.be/-jqepQ8yASM 
https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/getting-support/information-and-advice/sighted-guiding-instructional-videos/ 
   
Please send any photos to James Percival email to;-   sviwg_webmaster@proton.me who will put them on our web site 

Please send articles for Newsletter to Gail Fagan 0114 2667764 email gail.fagan106@gmail.com