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Rochdale Group

We are the Rochdale Ramblers. We are a very friendly group with new members joining all the time. We have a full and varied walks programme. Why not give us a try!

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Overview

This is a linear walk.  We are meeting outside Stocco in Norden where walkers will sort themselves in groups of 4 (or possibly 2 or 3). Each group will have 2 drivers (A&B). The A driver will take the group to the start of the walk (Owd Betts).  At the end of the walk the B driver will take the group back to the start of the walk.  (Please try to bring a couple of plastic bags in case you are getting a lift and need to cover muddy boots!)

We are following the Ashworth Moor Reservoir dam to Ashworth Road and the Rochdale Way before turning off to Red Lumb then dropping down to Royds Brook and Over Town Lane.  We will cross Greenbooth Reservoir dam and pass Woodhouse Farm to enter Norden via Pitshouse Lane.

Saturday, 11 April 2026
Meeting time:
11:00 am
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

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

 

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SD 86635 14249
Nearest postcode:
OL11 5XH
what3words:
drift.hidden.foam
Meeting time:
11:00 am

Meet for roadside parking on Edenfield Road, Norden (opposite Stocco Italian restaurant)

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 82973 16044
Nearest postcode:
OL12 7TY
what3words:
initiated.snack.supported
Start time:
11:00 am

Walk starts from Owd Betts public house, Edenfield Road (road between Norden and Edenfield)

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SD 86574 14303
Nearest postcode:
OL11 5XH
what3words:
ties.stump.dame
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm

Walk ends where cars are parked, opposite Stocco restaurant in Norden

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