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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 from Owd Betts to Queen's Park.  We are meeting at Queen's Park 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.  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!)

Following a circuit of Ashworth reservoir, we will pass Buckhurst Lodge and go down Croston Close Road to Scotland Lane.  We'll then climb slightly to view Ashworth Valley before descending via lanes and field paths to Birtle Lane, Gristlehurst Lane and then back to Ashworth valley.  The walk offers extensive views and is a mixture of moorland, field paths quiet lanes and woodland.  There are a few sections which may be muddy.  Four stiles.

Thursday, 9 April 2026
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
304.8m / 1000ft
Type:
linear

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 85721 11657
Nearest postcode:
OL10 4AL
what3words:
invest.alert.slate
Start time:
11:00 am

Meet at Queen's Park car park, Queen's Park Road, Heywood

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SD 82973 16044
Nearest postcode:
OL12 7TY
what3words:
initiated.snack.supported
Estimated finish time:
3:15 pm

Owd Betts public house, Edenfield Road, Rochdale

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