We are the Greater Manchester & High Peak Area Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Area Sunday Strenuous Walk.
Distances are over 10 miles.
Linear walk. No booking required.
Leader - Simon Cleverley (07506 479662)
Distance - 11.5 miles
Sunday, 28 January 2024
Meeting time:
9:35 am
Start time:
10:33 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
17.7km / 11.5 mi
Ascent: 2,300 ft
Type:
linear
The walk will start at Chapel-en-le-Frith station after the arrival of the 09.47 from Manchester Piccadilly due at 10.33.
Note: walkers are advised to check one of the rail websites such as nationalrail or trainline close to the departure time in case of late changes to the running of the train.
Train ticket - return to Chapel-en-le-Frith
Car users are advised to park in Whaley Bridge where there is both roadside and car park parking available and join the outgoing train there.
Walk route - Rye Flatt Farm, White Hall Centre, Fernilee Reservoir, Taxal Edge, Kettleshulme, Bailey's Farm, Slatersbank Wood, Whaley Bridge
Expected time into Whaley Bridge - no later than 5.00pm
Most of the paths used are in good condition but we can expect a fair amount of mud in places. There are two steep climbs plus a number of other smaller ones.
Walking boots and clothing (including waterproofs if wet weather is possible) are essential. Lunch and non-alcoholic drinks should be brought.
