We are the Greater Manchester & High Peak Area Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Latest News - Altrincham trams will only be running from Deansgate/Castlefield on Sunday. If you are travelling by tram to the start of the walk, please do allow plenty of time so to reach the start of the walk at 10.15am at Altrincham Interchange.
Area Sunday Moderate Walk. Distances are generally 7 to 9 miles.
Linear Walk No Booking Required
Leader - Jeff Lewis (0161 766 4683)
Distance - less than 8 miles
Difficulty - moderate
Meeting Place and Start of Walk - 10.15 Altrincham Interchange
Expected time in Styal - around 15.15 to catch the 15.24 replacement bus connecting at Manchester Airport with the train to Piccadilly. Also available is the 16.28 replacement bus to Wilmslow to connect with trains to Piccadilly via Stockport.
Tram Ticket – if you have a GM concessionary travel card with the train/tram supplement you do not need to buy a ticket. If you don't you will need a single tram ticket to Altrincham and a single train ticket from Styal. Depending on other journeys you may be taking a GM day ticket may be worthwhile.
Car Parking - car travel not advised.
Walk Route - Altrincham Interchange, Stamford Park, Rossmill, , Castle Hill, Morley, Styal Country Park, Styal station
Note: walkers are advised to check the TfGM website www.tfgm.com near the day of the walk in case any disruption of services is expected.
Walking boots and clothes (waterproof anorak in wet weather conditions) are essential
To bring lunch and non alcoholic drinks.
