Daisy Nook to the Pike and Back

Rochdale Group

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Overview

This is a circular walk with some muddy paths and approx 6 stiles. There is one steep incline approaching the pike. The majority of the walk is on good paths and quiet roads.

Thursday, 26 March 2026

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

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

Please note that dogs (other than assistance dogs) are not allowed on our walks.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 92054 00522
Nearest postcode:: M35 9WJ
what3words:: alarm.giant.excuse

Start time:: 11:00 am

Meet in Daisy Nook County Park main car park (next to cafe), Stannybrook Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne

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