Blackstone Edge - Joint walk with Rochdale Ramblers

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Overview

An 8.5 mile walk starting from Blackstone Edge Old Road, Lydgate. There is a layby and roadside parking available.

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.

This is a joint walk with Rochdale Ramblers.

If you want more information about this walk please contact Jon Hallet (Rochdale Ramblers) who will be leading this walk. (07484 651853)

Please not that no dogs (other than registered assistance dogs) are allowed on this walk.

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 95481 16468
Nearest postcode:: OL15 0LQ
what3words:: works.zinc.vibes

Start time:: 10:00 am

Meeting point for this 8.5 mile walks is Blackstone Edge Old Road, Lydgate. There is layby and roadside parking available.

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