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Overview

Metro based walk

Leader: John I (meeting group at walk start)

Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers, or on the Metrolink platform at Piccadilly Station. Alternatively, meet the group on the tram, or at the Walk Start at East Didsbury Metrolink station..

Transport to Walk Start: Any tram to get you to walk start for 12:30pm

Suggested Ticket: Zone 1+2+3 ticket

Walk Start: East Didsbury Metrolink at 12:30.

Waypoints: River Mersey, Cheadle Bridge, Millgate Farm, Fletcher Moss, Park, Didsbury Recreation Ground

Return Service:  Numerous transport options back to Manchester / Stockport, etc

Extra:  No toilets at walk start or en-route. Optional drinks at the end of the walk. Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs).

Friday, 26 December 2025
Start time:
12:30 pm
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
50m / 164ft
Type:
circular

A slightly, but not too bracing Boxing Day Walk, along the River Mersey and back through Fletcher Moss Park, stopping at a pub or two on the way back.
 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 85674 90603
Nearest postcode:
M19 1RJ
what3words:
solve.dock.hopes
Start time:
12:30 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