Colden Clough, Noah's Dale and Pennine Way

Rochdale Group

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Overview

An exploration of the upper Colden valley. Weather permitting, fine panoramas are on offer with a concluding breezy section along the Pennine Way.

Thursday, 31 July 2025

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Please be aware that dogs (except registered assistance dogs) are not allowed on our walks.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 96600 28601
Nearest postcode:: HX7 7HN
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Start time:: 11:00 am

Meet for roadside parking where Pennine Way path crosses Smithy Lane nr. Colden. From Heptonstall turn left at junction with Widdop Rd and Slack Bottom. Parking approx. 2/3 of a mile along Smithy Lane just beyond bus shelter on right.

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