We are the Greater Manchester & High Peak Area Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Area Sunday Strenuous Walk.
Distances are over 10 miles.
Linear walk. No booking required.
Leader - Imelda Carr (07763 984664))
Distance - 11.5 miles
Sunday, 25 February 2024
Meeting time:
9:50 am
Start time:
10:03 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:
2300ft
Type:
linear
The walk will start at Hadfield station after the arrival of the 10.03 from Manchester Piccadilly due at 10.42
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 - both stations are within the Greater Manchester boundary so the best ticket will depend on concessions &/ other journeys made on the day.
Car use not advised as the stations are on different lines.
Walk route - Tintwistle Low Moor, Arnfield Reservoir, Middle Bank, Wild Bank Hill, Eastwood Nature Reserve, Stalybridge station
There are two quite demanding climbs and much of the walk is on exposed moorland. In the right conditions, great views.
Expected time into Stalybridge - no later than 5.00pm. Unfortunately trains back to Manchester will be replaced by buses. These go to Piccadilly twice an hour after 17.00 (.13 & .43). The journey is scheduled to take half an hour (rather than a quarter by train).
Walking boots and clothing (including waterproofs if wet weather is possible) are essential. Lunch and non-alcoholic drinks should be brought.
