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Overview

Tram based walk

Leader: Phil M

Meet Point: On the Metrolink platform at Victoria station Alternatively, meet the group on the tram, or at the Walk Start at Crumpsall Metrolink station.

Transport to Walk Start: Any tram to get you to walk start at Crumpsall Metrolink station at 12:00pm or before

Suggested Ticket: Two Zones (1 +2) Metrolink ticket - £2.80

Walk Start: Crumpsall Metrolink station at 12:00

Waypoints: Crumpsall Park, Hendham Vale, Barnes Green, Boggart Hole Clough, Crumpsall Vale,
Bowler Vale, Herristone Park

Return Services: Trams to Victoria every 12/15 minutes

Extra: Please use the toilet at the station. Toilets en route at Boggart Hole Park. Optional drinks at the end of the walk Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs).:

 

Sunday, 23 March 2025
Start time:
12:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
15.2m / 50ft
Type:
circular

A leisurely five mile circular walk to the medieval deer forest to see the Boggart and Angel

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Introductory walk
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 84119 02312
Nearest postcode:
M8 5EB
what3words:
junior.apples.spends
Start time:
12:00 pm

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