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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.

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

Overview

Walk change due to moors being extremely boggy! PLEASE NOTE NEW START POINT.

09.30 am - Fairholmes Visitor Car Park - £6.00 (I believe the overlook is now charging too).

Route: Fairholmes Car Park - Hollin Clough - Back Tor - Derwent Edge - Win Hill - Hagg Farm - Lockerbrook (option to avoid win hill if required).

12.7 miles Moderate / Strenuous (some open access).

Ascent 2490 ft (OutdoorActive - approx) Highest Point 1739 ft Lowest Point 581 ft.

GPX file available.   Any issues or to request GPX file me@richyhigham.uk or 07498 112311

Tuesday, 5 August 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
22.5km / 14.0mi
Ascent:
759m / 2490ft
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.

Ramblers Association recommends that all walkers carry ICE (in case of emergency) information

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 17300 89301
Nearest postcode:
S33 0AQ
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Start time:
9:30 am

Fairholmes Visitor Car Park - £6.00 (I believe the overlook is now charging too.)

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