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Elton Circular via Robin Hoods Stride, the edge of Middleton, Long Dale and Gratton Dale

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Overview

A pleasant scenic walk, though varying countryside, not too much climbing, only 1,000 ft of ascent overall but a bit of a sting in the tail as we climb back up into Elton at the end.

Saturday, 25 October 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
304.8m / 1000ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 21939 60924
Nearest postcode:
DE4 2BZ
what3words:
snooping.defining.dweller
Start time:
10:00 am

Park anywhere on Main Street, there's plenty of space, meet at concessionary path signpost next to the entrance to the cricket club /playing fields.

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  • 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
Register for an account for FREE