Manchester Weekend Walkers lead public transport walks into fantastic countryside all year round.
Train-based walk
Leader: Paul G, meeting at Walk Start
Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers, or on the platform, at Piccadilly station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train or at the station in Guide Bridge.
Transport to Walk Start: 10:51 train from Manchester Piccadilly (final destination Rose Hill Marple).
Suggested Ticket: Off-Peak Day Return to Hyde Central £7.00
Walk Start: Guide Bridge railway station at 11:05
Waypoints: Ashton Canal, Peak Forest Canal.
Return Services: From Hyde Central: x:23/24 & x:54/55 until 20:55 (no train at 15:54, 17:24, 18:54 or 20:24).
Extra: No toilets at Walk Start. Toilets and cafe en route after approximately 1 mile at Portland Basin. Optional pub visit at the end of the walk at the Cheshire Ring - note pub is cash only.
A leisurely walk along the canals of the Tameside area. The route largely follows good surfaced paths.
