Man Alive Project

01/09/2026

🥾 Walk 64 – Top ‘O the Hill and Beyond

📅 Thursday 3rd September 2026
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Park on Birch Park, Brockholes, Holmfirth HD9 7BJ

📌 What3Words: silver.chairs.slams
💸 Free — no booking needed!

Join us for a leisurely wander of just over 2 miles, taking in a constantly changing landscape as we make our way through the countryside around Brockholes.

From vast skylines and wide-open views to wooded footpaths and open farmland, there’s always something different to take in along the way. It’s a relaxed route with plenty of fresh air, good scenery and time for a chat, making it a great way to spend a September evening.

As ever, a gentle reminder that walking in our beautiful patch can mean hills, uneven ground, stiles, livestock and the odd muddy or slippery section, so please make sure you're happy with the terrain and your own fitness before joining us.

No booking, no pressure — just turn up, Walk & Talk, and Ramble On!

25/08/2026

🥾 Walk 63 – Marsden Loop

📅 Thursday 27th August 2026�
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM�
📍 Park on Station Road (or nearby) and meet outside The Railway pub, HD7 6DH

📌 What3Words: permit.bracelet.whom�
💸 Free — no booking needed!

This 3-mile circular walk takes us out from the heart of Marsden and into the rugged landscape of the Marsden Moors. Along the way, we'll pass reminders of the area’s industrial past, head out across wild moorland and discover abandoned dwellings that hint at the people and communities who once called this landscape home.

It’s a walk full of contrasts — from the familiar streets of the Colne Valley to open, windswept moorland — with plenty to see, plenty to talk about and a chance to enjoy one of the most striking landscapes on our doorstep.

As ever, a gentle reminder that walking in our beautiful patch can mean hills, uneven ground, stiles, livestock, exposed sections and the odd muddy or slippery bit, so please make sure you're happy with the terrain and your own fitness before joining us.

No booking, no pressure — just turn up, Walk & Talk, and Ramble On!

19/08/2026

Please note the change of time for Wednesday September 2nd.

21/07/2026

13/07/2026

🥾 Walk 59 – Bottoms to the Tops!

📅 Thursday 16th July 2026
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Park on Woodhead Road, HD9 2AA (just after the row of terraces)

📌 What3Words: copying.bashed.distanced
💸 Free — no booking needed!

From the valley floor at Bottoms Mill, this 3-mile circular walk steadily climbs onto the high flatlands of Cartworth Moor, where we're rewarded with sweeping panoramic views across Holmfirth and its surrounding countryside.

It's a route of contrasts, taking us from peaceful valley paths to open moorland, with plenty of fresh air, wide-open spaces and good conversation along the way. Whether you're here for the scenery, the company or simply to stretch your legs, this walk has something for everyone.

As ever, a gentle reminder that walking in our beautiful patch can mean hills, uneven ground, stiles, livestock and the odd muddy or slippery section, so please make sure you're happy with the terrain and your own fitness before joining us.

No booking, no pressure — just turn up, Walk & Talk, and Ramble On!

07/07/2026

🥾 Walk 58 – A Wooldale Wander

📅 Thursday 9th July 2026
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Park on Little Lane, Wooldale, beside Wooldale Park, HD9 1QG

📌 What3Words: mouth.catapult.education
💸 Free — no booking needed!

Join us for a gentle wander around one of the Holme Valley's most picturesque corners. This remarkably flat 2.5-mile circuit takes in quiet country lanes, picture-perfect cottages and distant valley views, making it an ideal route for an easy summer evening stroll.

It's the kind of walk that encourages good conversation and a slower pace, with plenty of opportunities to soak up the scenery and enjoy some fresh air in great company.

As ever, a gentle reminder that walking in our beautiful patch can mean uneven ground, stiles, livestock and the odd muddy or slippery section, so please make sure you're happy with the terrain and your own fitness before joining us.

No booking, no pressure — just turn up, Walk & Talk, and Ramble On!

07/07/2026

Chaps, come & join us every Monday at the Phoenix Centre for our fabulous activities. Friendly, welcoming and always fun!

29/06/2026

🥾 Walk 57 – Woodland Paths, Valley Views & a Golden C**k Finish

📅 Thursday 2nd July 2026
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Park on Butts Road near the school, Butts Rd, Farnley Tyas, Huddersfield HD4 6TZ

📌 What3Words: apes.spilled.hunt
💸 Free — no booking needed!

This gentle 2.5-mile circular walk takes us along meandering paths weaving through dense woodland, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the peace and quiet beneath the trees. As the route opens up, we'll be rewarded with panoramic views across Brockholes, Honley and beyond, while the occasional glimpse of Castle Hill peeking above the canopy reminds us we're never too far from home.

It's a lovely mix of shady woodland and far-reaching scenery, making for a relaxed summer evening of fresh air, good company and easy conversation.

To round things off, we'll head to The Golden C**k for a well-earned drink and a chance to continue the chat.

As ever, a gentle reminder that walking in our beautiful patch can mean uneven ground, tree roots, muddy sections and the odd slippery bit, so please make sure you're happy with the terrain and your own fitness before joining us.

No booking, no pressure — just turn up, Walk & Talk, and Ramble On!

22/06/2026

🥾 Walk 56 – Hidden Treasures of Helme

📅 Thursday 25th June 2026
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Park on Mean Lane, Meltham, HD9 5QS

📌 What3Words: newlyweds.bleak.deprive
💸 Free — no booking needed!

Just minutes from the centre of Meltham, this walk drops us into another world entirely. It’s one of those routes that quietly packs in a bit of everything — distant hills, hidden waterways, an atmospheric churchyard, Huddersfield’s largest reservoir and even a herd of llamas keeping an eye on proceedings.

A brilliant summer evening walk with plenty to see along the way, giving us the chance to stretch our legs, enjoy some fresh air and catch up with good company.

As ever, a gentle reminder that walking in our beautiful patch can mean uneven ground, stiles, livestock and the odd muddy or slippery section, so please make sure you're happy with the terrain and your own fitness before joining us.

No booking, no pressure — just turn up, Walk & Talk, and Ramble On!

17/06/2026

Man Alive on Target!

Did you know that English longbowmen fired up to 12 arrows a minute at the Battle of Agincourt, with an estimated total of up to a million arrows dropping on the French forces!

Man Alive archers took it a little more steadily on Tuesday, as they got to grips with a modern recurve bow in a two-hour taster session with the Valley Bowmen of Huddersfield.

The organisation & facilities at the club are fantastic and we had a great evening with knowledgable & friendly instructors. Many thanks to Les and his team.

Congratulations to Allan Siddall for winning the Shrinking Target Competition. Great bowmanship!

http://www.valleybowmen.co.uk