Staying Safe at Stanley Ferry

 Wednesday 6th November 2024              Staying Safe at Stanley Ferry 

Today’s adventure would give eight of the Lads a most pleasurable towpath walk alongside the Aire and Calder Navigation at the location of Stanley Ferry. This is an area situated on the outskirts of the city of Wakefield, just a short car ride for some, whilst others travelled there by both train and bus, the group consisting of Malcolm, Keith, John, Derek, Dave, Brian, Colin and Glenn , all meeting up in the car park outside the on site Pub at about 11:15.

From here the Lads would begin to follow a roadway leading to the canal side pathway, then cross over the canal and head in a south westerly direction. The towpath here is more of a lane rather than a pathway giving vehicle access to the many canal boats moored alongside this stretch of water. They were heading for a distant road bridge crossing some three quarters of a mile off, twenty minutes later they had reached this structure and a photo opportunity was taken of all concerned.

Now, should we cross over the bridge at this point or continue a little further downstream for at least another  half mile or so, yes was the decision so their journey continued. It was a perfect day for walking, no sunshine on this November day, no rain either, just great to be outdoors chatting with each other.

Soon we reached our point of return and after a few minutes reflecting on our outward journey and another photo opportunity it was about turn and start heading back towards our lunchtime destination.

This would be at the on site Pub aptly named The Stanley Ferry, run by the Hungry Horse franchise who supplied us with rather enjoyable meals to say the least. The Lads spent just over an hour here in the Pub discussing future arrangements along with other less important matters, soon it was farewell to Stanley Ferry and with the time approaching 2 pm. It was off to the nearby bus stop for most of the Lads while the rest took to their vehicles.

Today was yet another interesting and pleasurable days adventure.

Cheers Everyone.