Area Sunday Strenuous Walk.
Distances are over 10 miles.
Please note, this walk replaces the Mytholmroyd to Hebden Bridge walk shown in the printed programme - that walk has been cancelled as no trains will be running between Manchester and Rochdale.
Circular walk. No booking required.
Leader – Imelda Carr (07763 984664)
Distance - 13 miles
Sunday, 29 March 2026
Meeting time & place:
09:20 at Manchester Piccadilly station to catch the 09.31 train to Grindleford
Start time & place:
10:36 at Grindleford station
Estimated finish time:
17:00
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
21km / 13miles
Ascent:
1950 ft
Note: walkers are advised to check one of the rail websites such as nationalrail or trainline close to the departure time in case of late changes to the running of the train.
Train ticket - return to Grindleford (if you have a GM concessionary travel pass the ticket can be from Strines).
Car parking possible on road near the station.
Walk route - Nether Padley, White Edge,Nelson’s Monument, Gardoms Edge, Blackstone Edge, Wellington's Monument, Curbar Edge, Froggatt Edge, The Haywood
We will be walking along good paths, but high up, on this ‘edgy’ walk so we may catch the wind. We will also have glorious views too - weather permitting. Jackets and hats advisable. We start off in the woods where you need to be aware of tree roots, mud and overhanging branches. There are some steep uphill and downhill sections. I passed beautiful NT cattle and there were some sheep on my recce. I will recheck the route closer to the date to make any adjustments if needed. The pre-walk talk will inform you if I make any changes.
Walking boots and clothing (including waterproofs if wet weather is possible) are essential. Lunch and non-alcoholic drinks should be brought.