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Overview

Up and over the Mow Cop ridge. Details later

Friday, 29 August 2025
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
25.7km / 16.0mi
Ascent:
609.6m / 2000ft
Type:
circular

Only suitable for experienced walker who can maintain a steady pace all day. Subject to last minute changes, so please advise the leader in advance if you are planning to come

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 81087 56640
Nearest postcode:
ST7 3FE
what3words:
runners.slanting.conducted
Start time:
9:00 am

Roadside parking on Old Knutsord Road, a loop off the A50, just north of the canal.

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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 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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE