Gritstone TrailKidsgrove to Congleton (linear)

Congleton Group

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Overview

Circular Walk : Canal towpath, paths, lanes, fields, tracks.Sharp(ish) incline to Congleton Edge and Mow Cop. Likely to be some mud in places. Total ascent approx: 800ft (Contact the leader to request a place. It is possible that you will be turned away if you arrive at the starting point without a confirmed place on the walk. Leaders will set a maximum number for the walk as part of their risk assessment.) The leader is : Jean 07884 333237

Thursday, 22 January 2026

Meeting time:: 9:10 am
Start time:: 9:25 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:25 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SJ 86782 62530
Nearest postcode:: CW12 3RJ
what3words:: tricky.alive.torch

Meeting time:: 9:10 am

9.10am park at Congleton Railway Station. Cost: £3.30 (PayByPhone) Possible free parking in local streets.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 86782 62530
Nearest postcode:: CW12 3RJ
what3words:: tricky.alive.torch

Start time:: 9:25 am

9.25am train from Congleton to Kidsgrove. Rail fare £4.40

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