Cumberland Clough. 3 Shires Head. Gradbach.

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Overview

Circular Walk : Steep climb up Cumberland Clough, and path up from Gradbach.Total ascent approx: 1394ft(Contact the leader to request a place. It is possible that you will be turned away if you arrive at the starting point without a confirmed place on the walk. Leaders will set a maximum number for the walk as part of their risk assessment.) The leader is : Jackie Fazackerley 07545 653618

Sunday, 18 January 2026

Meeting time:: 8:30 am
Start time:: 9:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:15 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SJ 84539 62767
Nearest postcode:: CW12 4FP
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Meeting time:: 8:30 am

8.30am Astbury Mere car park CW12 4FP£1.50 per day

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 98264 68677
Nearest postcode:: SK11 0BD
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Start time:: 9:15 am

9.15am Park in the layby on the Wildboarclough Road.What3words ///:washroom.suspend.bulges. If this layby is full, parking will be at Clough House car park. Cost: £6.60 (IN CASH).

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