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Biddulph Group

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

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

North on road to take path on left across field paths to Wetton Road. Straight on to cross another road to Villa farm. Take path on right down to Dale Bridge and Ecton. The route then ascends steeply to Summerhill Farm and across to Sugarloaf before descending to Wetton Mill. We then follow the Manifold Way for a short while before taking a path up through Ladyside Wood back into Grindon.

Wednesday, 9 August 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
493.8m / 1620ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 08493 54523
Nearest postcode:
ST13 7TR
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Start time:
10:00 am

Car park by All Saints Church, Grindon

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