19 ramblers had the final walk of the year today. Joining the Leeds Liverpool canal at Old Roan we walked along the towpath in the direction of Bootle. Although cold, the weather was dry and as the rain of the recent days had deceased, our walk was relatively mud free. Having stopped off at Tesco Litherland for a quick coffee we continued on to Bootle where we left the canal. It was then a short step up to L20 restaurant, the catering school for Hugh Baird college, where we enjoyed a wonderful Christmas lunch, catered and served by the 3rd year students. Replete, we walked back through the park and on to the station for a quick train ride home. Thanks to everyone who has recced and led the walks this year. Our new programme will commence on 5th January 2023.Happy Christmas everyone.