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Overview

We ascend from Ripponden to the mill village of Millbank. We continue to the pretty village of Cragg Vale before our ascent passing Withen Clough reservoir and onto the ridge near Stoodley Pike (extensive views). We then cross the Pennine Way to descend into Todmorden. 

Leader Roger 07947740658

Saturday, 20 September 2025
Start time:
10:10 am
Estimated finish time:
3:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

Catch the 8.19 train to Sowerby Bridge arr 9.15. Then catch the 9.48 bus no651 to Ripponden arr10.06

Return - catch the 15.18 train from Todmorden to Hebden Bridge arr 15.23. Then catch the 15.28 train from Hebden Bridge to York. arr 16.37

Purchase a day return to Todmorden.

Individuals making their own way to the walk should meet at the Sowerby Bridge bus stop NOT  Ripponden as the walk may start from a bus stop  just before the village of Ripponden depending on weather or delays. 

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 01963 17536
Nearest postcode:
HX6 4PW
what3words:
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Start time:
10:10 am

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SD 93694 24218
Nearest postcode:
OL14 5AQ
what3words:
stormed.vibrating.doted
Estimated finish time:
3:15 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