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Overview

Circular walk to Eccles Pike and back along the canal. The final section up to the Pike is steep but there is a gentler option which is only slightly longer

Wednesday, 13 August 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://tamesideramblers.org.uk/walk_programme/default.html

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 01252 81619
Nearest postcode:
SK23 7LX
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Start time:
10:30 am

Canal Wharf Car Park (free parking) Tom Brad’s Croft Whaley Bridge SK23 7LX Optional parking on road or at Station Car Park 37 Market Street Whaley Bridge SK23 7AA £2 fee applies

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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