Blackstone Edge

Rochdale Group

We are the Rochdale Ramblers. The Rochdale Group was established in October 1994 and are part of the Manchester and High Peak Area of the Ramblers Association. We welcome new and potential members to join our walks.

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Jon Hallett

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Overview

We are going up Blackstone Edge and across the motorway than back past the golf course. 450m ascent in total, and 450m down. Moderate, very few or no stiles.

Saturday, 6 September 2025

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

This is a joint walk with Stockport Ramblers.

Please be aware that dogs (other than registered assistance dogs) are not allowed on our walks.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 95481 16467
Nearest postcode:: OL15 0LQ
what3words:: beefed.constrain.curl

Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet for layby and roadside parking on Blackstone Edge Old Road, Lydgate

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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