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East Cheshire Group

We are the East Cheshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Fantastic views. Please note that there are a lot of stiles, some quite tricky, and it is wet and muddy in some areas. The majority of the walk is moderate, but there is a fairly steep climb up towards Charles Head. Route: Thorneycroft Farm, Charles Head, Summer Close, Jenkin Chapel, Fox Hill, Saltersford Hall, Redmoor (short section of nettles and brambles), Thursbitch (a valley with a derelict farmstead beneath Shining Tor). The name Thursbitch was first recorded in 1384 and apparently means “Demon Valley”.  We continue on to Dunge Farm, where hopefully the stunning Rhododendrons will be out, then Clough Farm, and return to start.

Bring food and drink for coffee and lunch stops. Fingers crossed for good weather as the views are fantastic. If you want a lift from the Handforth area, contact Melanie: 07854 093785.

 

Thursday, 2 May 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
472.4m / 1550ft
Type:
circular

PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE ON THE DAY FOR ANY CHANGES TO THE WALK.  NB Finish times are intended as a guide only.     You do not need to book a place on this walk.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 98733 79918
Nearest postcode:
SK23 7RD
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park on Paddock Lane in layby near the church.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking