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East Cheshire Group

We are the East Cheshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Overview

Park at Higher Fold car park (SJ933747) off the B5470 Rainow Road, Macclesfield, then walk 100 yards north east along the Rainow Road towards Rainow to reach the bus stop opposite the George & Dragon in time to catch the 9:58 number 60A bus from Macclesfield towards New Mills.

Bring bus pass or fare.  We will alight at Kettleshulme and walk back via Paddock Lane, Todd Brook, Handley Fold farm, to meet the Gritstone Trail then over Sponds Hill and continuing on the Gritstone Trail to White Nancy and Kerridge Ridge before descending to Swanscoe and back to Higher Hurdsfield.  This is a moderate walk of 8 miles and 1400 feet of ascent.  May be muddy in places.  No dogs please.  Bring a packed lunch. 

If you plan to take part in this walk please text me (Paul 07879 446906).

Monday, 4 November 2024
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13km / 8.1mi
Ascent:
426.7m / 1400ft
Type:
circular

PRE-BOOKING ESSENTIAL

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

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 93300 74701
Nearest postcode:
SK10 2PD
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Start time:
9:30 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