Walkers are briefed before the walk to walk in groups and not to walk alone.
Walkers are advised to have mobile phones with them.
Walkers under 18 years of age must have consent from a parent or guardian to walk, and an emergency contact number must be given.
Walkers under 16 years of age are only permitted to walk in the care of a named responsible adult.
If a walker under 16 years of age is injured during the walk then the responsible adult must remain with the young person until appropriate help arrives or is provided.
Conditions of entry…
The organisers of the Sheffield Night Hike reserve the right to cancel the walk because of inclement weather or for other reasons.
While the organisers take all reasonable precautions for the safety and welfare of participants, including Christian Aid insurance cover, they accept as walkers only those who agree to come in their private capacity and entirely at their own risk, and only those who comply with the following conditions:
- Obey the Sheffield Night Hike volunteers in all matters.
- To walk between the official ‘First Walker’ and ‘Last Walker’.
- Do not collect any money during the walk.
- Follow the Countryside Code: Leave no litter, Follow the paths, Keep dogs under effective control, on a lead and clean up after them.