We are the East Cheshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
This mostly moderate walk (with a couple of steeper stretches) goes over Throstle Bank and up to Cracken Edge then across to Shireoaks and South Head before descending down to Kinder Reservoir and returning to Hayfield.
Conditions were mixed on the recce, with mist, snow, mud and standing water and the occasional burst of sunshine.
Gaiters and poles recommended. The views (below the clouds) are stunning.
The route: Sett Valley CP - Ridge Top - Foxholes Clough - Throstle Bank - Over Hill Road - Cracken Edge - The Naze - Shireoaks Farm - South Head - Broad Clough - Kinder Reservoir - Sett Valley CP.
This is a mixture of paths, tracks, bridleways and lanes. Muddy stretches guaranteed.
Bring lunch, snacks and drinks. No dogs due to livestock in fields.
PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE ON THE DAY FOR ANY CHANGES TO THE WALK. NB Finish times are intended as a guide only. You do not need to book a place on this walk. Ramblers Association recommends that all walkers carry ICE (in case of emergency) information
Sett Valley CP 9.30am. Parking costs - £7.00 (cash)/£7.60 (in app). Street parking may be available elsewhere in the village. Toilets at the car park. Lift available from Cheadle Hulme/Bramhall/Wilmslow - Contact: Jez 07591 822712
