Manchester Weekend Walkers lead public transport walks into fantastic countryside all year round.
A varied and interesting walk taking in fields, farmland, woods, quarries, moorland and riverside paths by the river Irwell. We use the Pennine Bridleway and the Rossendale Way along part of our route and many paths through farmland covered with sheep, lambs and cattle. There are views of Cowpe Reservoir and Gorpley Reservoir and a lovely walk along Gorpley clough as we near Todmorden. There are a number of stiles and some road crossings requiring care. The highest point is 431m but there are a lot of undulations on this route. A good level of fitness is required. Boots are advised for this walk. Bring a packed lunch and drinks.
JOINT WALK WITH GREATER MANCHESTER & HIGH PEAK AREA
Train & bus-based walk
Leader: Imelda
Ascent: 900 metres
Transport to Walk Start: X43 bus at 10:00 from Chorlton Street bus station (stand EZ) in central Manchester.
Meet Point: At the bus stop on Chorlton Street. Alternatively, meet the group on the bus or at Rawtenstall Bus Station (stand 5).
Suggested Ticket: £2 single for the bus journey. The return single fare from Todmorden to Victoria is £10.60.
Walk Start: Rawtenstall Bus Station at 11:00. Driving to Walk Start not recommended as there is no direct train/bus link between Rawtenstall and Todmorden.
Waypoints: River Irwell, Cowpe Lowe, Boarsgreave, Greens, Stubbylee Moss Farm, Green Brow, Range Hoyle, Gorpley Clough, Gauxholme.
Return Services: From Todmorden: x:35/36/39 & x:46 until 20:36, then 20:53, 21:49, 22:36, 22:49, 23:38.
Extra: Toilets at walk start (20p cash required to use them). No toilets en route.
Starts at Rawtenstall Bus Station
