GM Ringway Stage 7 - Marple to Broadbottom

Bolton Group

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Overview

Bolton Ramblers are featuring the GM Ringway trails that circumnavigate the Greater Manchester boundary and use the routes provided by the “Go Jauntly” App.

Saturday, 9 May 2026

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.3km / 8.9mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

Website:: https://www.boltonramblers.org.uk

All walks use public transport, please check the current timetables as schedules can change. Please bring a packed lunch and drinks. We recommend suitable clothing and sturdy shoes or boots on all our walks.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 96271 89223
Nearest postcode:: SK6 7DA
what3words:: mystified.tins.assurance

Start time:: 11:00 am

Marple Train Station. Bolton train 9.36 to Manchester Piccadilly for 10.18 to Marple

Finishing point

Grid reference:: SJ 99324 93795
Nearest postcode:: SK14 6AX
what3words:: super.flying.incursion

Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Broadbottom Train Station

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