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Overview

Overview

Train based walk

Leader: Jo Harvey

Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers, or on the platform at Piccadilly Station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train, or at the Walk Start at Hadfield Station.

Transport to Walk Start: 09:33 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hadfield

Suggested Ticket: Off-Peak Day Return to Hadfield £8.30

Walk Start: Hadfield Station at 10:15.

Waypoints: Tintwistle, Arnfield Flats, Swineshaw Reservoirs, Stalybridge Country Park, Hollingworthhall Moor.

Return Services: xx:14 / xx:44

Extra: No toilets at Hadfield Station.  Optional drinks at the end of the walk. Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs).

Saturday, 15 November 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
500m / 1640ft
Type:
circular

This is a varied walk taking in the reservoirs north of Hadfield. We will visit Higher and Lower Swineshaw, Brushes and Walkerwood reservoirs.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 02384 96013
Nearest postcode:
SK13 2AQ
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Start time:
10:15 am

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