Lyme and Whaley Moor Circular - Medium Walk

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Overview

A moderate walk with a couple of steep climbs, rewarded by the beautiful views. Likely to be some mud and perhaps water-logged areas, so bring poles if you use them. Route: Green Farm, Bowstones, Some road walking on Higher Lane and Cornfield Road, Bailey’s Farm, The Dipping Stone, Whaley Moor, Cock Knoll, The Cage, Timberyard toilets, Haresteads Farm back to Nelson Pit.

Bring drinks and food for coffee and lunch stops. Lifts available from Handforth area. Contact Melanie 07854 093785.

Saturday, 25 May 2024

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: 539.5m / 1770ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://ramblerseastcheshire.org.uk/

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

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 94449 83351
Nearest postcode:: SK12 1TH
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Nelson Pit bottom car park (£3 charge: exact change, card or PayByPhone). Toilets available.

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