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Imelda C.
Area Sunday Strenuous Walk.
Distance will be around 11.5miles .
Circular walk. No booking required.
Leader - Imelda Carr (07763 984664)
Distance will be around 11.5 miles and around 2200ft ascent/descent.
We begin by heading uphill through Bolehill Wood and Quarry, to reach Owler Tor via Lawrence field.We follow a rocky route - Mother Cap then Over Owler Tor and then Higger Tor. From there we walk over Hathersage Moor ,climbing the fort en route. There is mild peril in leaping across Burbage Brook, followed by the perils of crossing busy roads as we venture towards Totley Moor before returning to descend on to the gentle slopes of the Longshaw Estate. Our return to the train station is through Oaks Wood and Nether Padley.
Return trains are 15.29, then 17.29. On my recce, I caught the latter.Just so you know.
Sunday, 29 June 2025
Meeting time & place:
09:20 at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Start time & place:
10:36 at Grindleford station.
Estimated finish time & place:
17.15 at Grindleford Station.
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
11.5miles approx
Ascent:
2200ft / 670m
The walk will start at Grindleford station after the arrival of the 09.31 from Manchester Piccadilly due at 10.36.
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 pass this can be from Strines to Grindleford).
Car parking is available around Grindleford station but payment is via an App
Walk route and risks : We will climb through woodland where there are steps. Our route includes moorland, a stream crossing, easy to negotiate stepping stones and road crossings.
Expected time of walk finish 17.15
Walking boots and clothing (including waterproofs if wet weather is possible) are essential. Lunch and non-alcoholic drinks should be brought.
A stream crossing requires a short leap across.
No toilets en route.
