EVENT
A 4x2-Friendly Panday off-road 2! Pandarers & Friends, Mission: Yorkshire Dales.
WHEN
April 12th - A 100% tarmac drive in the Yorkshire Dales National Park
April 13th - A green laning day suitable for both 2 and 4 wheel drive vehicles
WHERE
Meet Point Directions (Masham Recreational Ground both days) Exiting the A1 at Junction 50 onto the A6055, taking the second exit (straight over) at the first roundabout after the slip road. 3 miles along the A6055, at the roundabout take the first exit onto the B6267 towards Masham. Stay on this road all the way until it ends at the junction onto the A6108. At this junction take a right turn towards Masham. One mile down the A6108 you will reach Masham Bridge over the River Ure, on the far side of the bridge on the left hand side is Masham Recreational Ground
(a grass field which looks nice) this is where we are meeting.
Alternatively if you are wanting to use a satnav or check the distance the local postcode is HG4 4HQ - this will give you the same route (if you are relying on the postcode on the day please be aware that the meeting point is as you come into the village!).
PEOPLE WHO MAY ATTEND
fiatforum.com members & friends only, this event has been organised for the Panda (classic) section, although members from the new Panda section are also invited but PLEASE PM ME FIRST BEFORE JOINING! We can't have more than 16 cars BY LAW in an organised group on a green lane at once - Classic Pandas have first preference, if there are too many you may have to miss out. LOWERED VEHICLES ARE NOT ADVISED TO COME OFF ROAD ON SUNDAY!
YOU WILL NEED
A Panda, a packed lunch (including flask of course), a passenger if you want and plenty of fuel!
Hello all,
I am organising this second little jaunt for us all into the Yorkshirey wilderness. After the hit that was Panday 5, I felt it only right that we must do it all again!
The plan is for two days worth of events to take place on the 12th & 13th of April (Saturday & Sunday), you are invited to attend
as much or as little as you like!
Saturday 12th April
Meet Point - Masham Recreational Ground (see directions)
Meet Time - Between 12:00 noon & 1:00pm (in view of departing at 1:00PM)
As some people are wanting to come up from afar and stay the night so they aren't doing a lot of driving on the Sunday, I am proposing an afternoon drive out on the Saturday into the heart of the Yorkshire dales (my doorstep) to take in some B roads and some lovely scenery. This is also open to all - i.e if you aren't wanting to join in with the green laning then this day will be great for you to join in the fun. The route planned for this day is roughly 50 miles and will consist of 100% Tarmac.
We will head out deep into the Dales this time bound for Great Britain's highest pub - the Tan Hill Inn, 1732 feet above sea level! Amongst the fantastic B roads, en route we will be stopping to take in the "Buttertubs Pass". This geological anomaly is not only fascinating to see - the road along side was also made famous by a certain episode of Top Gear feature Jeremy Clarkson and a Sierra Cosworth. More will be revealed on the day. Whether the weather is good or bad, the scenery is spectacular in this part of the dales, and the driving is definite Panda territory!
Sunday 13th April
Meet Point - Masham Recreational Ground (see directions)
Meet Time - Between 10:30am & 11:30am (in view of departing at 11:30)
Last time we hit the local trails across Pately Bridge moor top, this time we are going back in time and sampling the Cam High Road - a section of un-metalled Roman road leading from Bainbridge to over 1000ft above sea level at it's peak looking down over Hawes and Semerwater. We will then head down dale and pick up Gilbert Road, another long section of green lane which takes us high up over the moorland back towards Aysgarth. After the lanes are complete, we will take to the tarmac and drive south back into Ripon heading to Sharow Common for a spot of muddy fun before the weekend is over!
Some pictures of High Cam & Gilbert Road...
...and the route map. Highlighted in RED is the 4x2-friendly route we will all be driving, highlighted in BLUE is a tougher 4x4 only section which anyone can have a go at when we get there depending on the height of the two rivers.
ADVISORY FOR SUNDAY
I have driven the track in 2wd and it is very much accessible, although there are rocks, some mud and puddles on the surface. There will be no rushing whilst we are up there the pace will be slow, steady and careful, by all means go at your own pace. There will be several stops along the route for checks and to help each other out over various sections. There is a section along the track where the 4x4 vehicles have the option to go a different way through trickier going - at your own risk.
As I am organising this event I am ultimately responsible for taking you on these byways - if we get any trouble along the way (not that we should) I am the one who will sort it out. I WILL NOT take anybody anywhere that they are not comfortable with, I also have no intention of causing damage to other people's vehicles. For the same reasons it's up to you guys to behave sensibly and stick to the trails, plus you need to tell me if you aren't happy with anything (we will discuss this more on the day).
ACOMODATION
There are many B&B's, Hotels and Camp sites in Masham itself although prices can be very expensive, here is a selection of most reasonably priced in the area, without compromise on the acomodation...
Garden House B&B - Masham 0.2m from start point http://www.gardenhousemasham.co.uk
Call/Email for prices & Availability
Black Swan Pub - Fearby 3m from start point (Available to look at online)
Rooms from £40 (based on two adults sharing)
Camping also available http://www.blackswanholiday.co.uk/ *RECOMMENDED
The White Rose Hotel - Leeming Bar 6m from start point http://www.thewhiterose.co.uk
Twin Room - from £32 (based on two adults sharing) *RECOMMENDED
Corner House Hotel - Leeming Bar 6m from start point http://www.cornerhousehotel.net
Twin Rooms from £50
(Price includes breakfast!)
Vale of York Guesthouse - Thirsk 11m from start point (Available to look at online)
Twin Room - £55
Family Room - £33
(Prices include breakfast!)
Western Guesthouse - Richmond 13m from start point (Available to look at online)
Single Room - £50
(Price includes breakfast)
Travelodge - Scotch Corner & Skeeby 18m from start point - This is North of us (Available to look at on Travelodge website)
Double Room (Scotch Corner) - £38
Double Room (Skeeby) - £37
Depending on whether you would rather find another travelodge on the way up the prices are around £38-£55 in our area (Wetherby to Scotch Corner)
If you do find a B&B in the area and want me to find out more/go and check it out feel free to send me a message and I will make enquiries!
No Pandas will be hurt during the making of this Panday!
Route pictures and/or video will follow
Any questions - PM me
A 4x2-Friendly Panday off-road 2! Pandarers & Friends, Mission: Yorkshire Dales.
WHEN
April 12th - A 100% tarmac drive in the Yorkshire Dales National Park
April 13th - A green laning day suitable for both 2 and 4 wheel drive vehicles
WHERE
Meet Point Directions (Masham Recreational Ground both days) Exiting the A1 at Junction 50 onto the A6055, taking the second exit (straight over) at the first roundabout after the slip road. 3 miles along the A6055, at the roundabout take the first exit onto the B6267 towards Masham. Stay on this road all the way until it ends at the junction onto the A6108. At this junction take a right turn towards Masham. One mile down the A6108 you will reach Masham Bridge over the River Ure, on the far side of the bridge on the left hand side is Masham Recreational Ground
(a grass field which looks nice) this is where we are meeting.
Alternatively if you are wanting to use a satnav or check the distance the local postcode is HG4 4HQ - this will give you the same route (if you are relying on the postcode on the day please be aware that the meeting point is as you come into the village!).
PEOPLE WHO MAY ATTEND
fiatforum.com members & friends only, this event has been organised for the Panda (classic) section, although members from the new Panda section are also invited but PLEASE PM ME FIRST BEFORE JOINING! We can't have more than 16 cars BY LAW in an organised group on a green lane at once - Classic Pandas have first preference, if there are too many you may have to miss out. LOWERED VEHICLES ARE NOT ADVISED TO COME OFF ROAD ON SUNDAY!
YOU WILL NEED
A Panda, a packed lunch (including flask of course), a passenger if you want and plenty of fuel!
Hello all,
I am organising this second little jaunt for us all into the Yorkshirey wilderness. After the hit that was Panday 5, I felt it only right that we must do it all again!
The plan is for two days worth of events to take place on the 12th & 13th of April (Saturday & Sunday), you are invited to attend
as much or as little as you like!
Saturday 12th April
Meet Point - Masham Recreational Ground (see directions)
Meet Time - Between 12:00 noon & 1:00pm (in view of departing at 1:00PM)
As some people are wanting to come up from afar and stay the night so they aren't doing a lot of driving on the Sunday, I am proposing an afternoon drive out on the Saturday into the heart of the Yorkshire dales (my doorstep) to take in some B roads and some lovely scenery. This is also open to all - i.e if you aren't wanting to join in with the green laning then this day will be great for you to join in the fun. The route planned for this day is roughly 50 miles and will consist of 100% Tarmac.
We will head out deep into the Dales this time bound for Great Britain's highest pub - the Tan Hill Inn, 1732 feet above sea level! Amongst the fantastic B roads, en route we will be stopping to take in the "Buttertubs Pass". This geological anomaly is not only fascinating to see - the road along side was also made famous by a certain episode of Top Gear feature Jeremy Clarkson and a Sierra Cosworth. More will be revealed on the day. Whether the weather is good or bad, the scenery is spectacular in this part of the dales, and the driving is definite Panda territory!
Sunday 13th April
Meet Point - Masham Recreational Ground (see directions)
Meet Time - Between 10:30am & 11:30am (in view of departing at 11:30)
Last time we hit the local trails across Pately Bridge moor top, this time we are going back in time and sampling the Cam High Road - a section of un-metalled Roman road leading from Bainbridge to over 1000ft above sea level at it's peak looking down over Hawes and Semerwater. We will then head down dale and pick up Gilbert Road, another long section of green lane which takes us high up over the moorland back towards Aysgarth. After the lanes are complete, we will take to the tarmac and drive south back into Ripon heading to Sharow Common for a spot of muddy fun before the weekend is over!
Some pictures of High Cam & Gilbert Road...
...and the route map. Highlighted in RED is the 4x2-friendly route we will all be driving, highlighted in BLUE is a tougher 4x4 only section which anyone can have a go at when we get there depending on the height of the two rivers.
ADVISORY FOR SUNDAY
I have driven the track in 2wd and it is very much accessible, although there are rocks, some mud and puddles on the surface. There will be no rushing whilst we are up there the pace will be slow, steady and careful, by all means go at your own pace. There will be several stops along the route for checks and to help each other out over various sections. There is a section along the track where the 4x4 vehicles have the option to go a different way through trickier going - at your own risk.
As I am organising this event I am ultimately responsible for taking you on these byways - if we get any trouble along the way (not that we should) I am the one who will sort it out. I WILL NOT take anybody anywhere that they are not comfortable with, I also have no intention of causing damage to other people's vehicles. For the same reasons it's up to you guys to behave sensibly and stick to the trails, plus you need to tell me if you aren't happy with anything (we will discuss this more on the day).
ACOMODATION
There are many B&B's, Hotels and Camp sites in Masham itself although prices can be very expensive, here is a selection of most reasonably priced in the area, without compromise on the acomodation...
Garden House B&B - Masham 0.2m from start point http://www.gardenhousemasham.co.uk
Call/Email for prices & Availability
Black Swan Pub - Fearby 3m from start point (Available to look at online)
Rooms from £40 (based on two adults sharing)
Camping also available http://www.blackswanholiday.co.uk/ *RECOMMENDED
The White Rose Hotel - Leeming Bar 6m from start point http://www.thewhiterose.co.uk
Twin Room - from £32 (based on two adults sharing) *RECOMMENDED
Corner House Hotel - Leeming Bar 6m from start point http://www.cornerhousehotel.net
Twin Rooms from £50
(Price includes breakfast!)
Vale of York Guesthouse - Thirsk 11m from start point (Available to look at online)
Twin Room - £55
Family Room - £33
(Prices include breakfast!)
Western Guesthouse - Richmond 13m from start point (Available to look at online)
Single Room - £50
(Price includes breakfast)
Travelodge - Scotch Corner & Skeeby 18m from start point - This is North of us (Available to look at on Travelodge website)
Double Room (Scotch Corner) - £38
Double Room (Skeeby) - £37
Depending on whether you would rather find another travelodge on the way up the prices are around £38-£55 in our area (Wetherby to Scotch Corner)
If you do find a B&B in the area and want me to find out more/go and check it out feel free to send me a message and I will make enquiries!
No Pandas will be hurt during the making of this Panday!
Route pictures and/or video will follow
Any questions - PM me
