Manchester Weekend Walkers lead public transport walks into fantastic countryside all year round.
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We start by walking though the historic town of Buxton and the lovely Pavilion Gardens, before heading uphill through a golf course and making our way out onto the open moor. After a short stop at the abandoned tunnel entrance of the Cromford and High Peak Railway, we make our way across the moorland. We then walk along both banks of Errwood and Fernilee Reservoirs before heading uphill again to the church at Taxal and on to the finish at Whaley Bridge.
There is some moorland walking with muddy paths and steep steps. Some parts may be slippery, so please wear appropriate footwear.
A good level of fitness is required for this walk and it is not suitable for novice walkers.
Train-based walk
Leader: Mark F, joining train at Stockport
Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers or on the platform at Piccadilly station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train or at the station in Buxton.
Transport to Walk Start: 08:51 train from Manchester Piccadilly (final destination Buxton). Drivers are advised to park at Whaley Bridge and join us on the train at 09:35.
Suggested Ticket: Off-Peak Day Return to Buxton £12.70
Walk Start: Buxton railway station at 10:00
Waypoints: Pavillion Gardens, Cavendish Golf Club, Watford Wood, Beet Wood, Wild Moor, Errwood Reservoir, Goyt's Lane, Fernilee Reservoir, Goyt Valley, Taxal.
Return Services: From Whaley Bridge: x:01/02 (not 15:01/02) & x:30/31 until 19:31. x:29 from 20:29 until 22:29. Last train at 23:13.
Extra: Toilets at Walk Start. Only toilets en route are at Pavilion Gardens, a very short distance into the walk. Optional pub visit at the end of the walk.
