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We are the Bolton Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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

Overview

Starting from Stockport Railway Station, walk past Stockport Market to Vernon Park (toilets), then along the Goyt Valley Way to Chadkirk, then continuing along the Peak Forest Canal to Marple, passing the over Marple Aqueduct.

 

Tuesday, 3 February 2026
Start time:
11:10 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.4km / 7.1mi
Ascent:
111m / 364ft
Type:
linear

Optionally bring a packed lunch for a short lunch stop, weather permitting.

Optional refreshments after the walk in Marple Bridge near Marple train station.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 89292 89914
Nearest postcode:
SK1 3SW
what3words:
caring.couch.watch
Start time:
11:10 am

Outside Stockport Railway Station (Stockport side) The start of the walk may be delayed for up to an hour if trains from the Bolton area are delayed. Call me on the day if you are delayed.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SJ 96336 89262
Nearest postcode:
SK6 7DA
what3words:
aviation.consonant.pheasants
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm

Marple Railway station. If using a car it is probably best to park at Marple railway station or nearby car parks and get a train to the start of the walk in Stockport.

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