A Leisurely Linear

Rochdale Group

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Overview

This is a pleasant walk from Nuttall Park following the route of the River Irwell through Summerseat, Burrs Country Park and into Bury.

The walk ends at Bury Interchange, where those who have travelled by car can take the 472 bus (stand P) returning to Ramsbottom.

Thursday, 30 October 2025

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:45 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

Please note that dogs (other than assistance dogs) are not permitted on our walks.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 79593 16254
Nearest postcode:: BL0 9LU
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Start time:: 11:00 am

Meet in the car park at Nuttall Park, Nuttall Hall ROad, Ramsbottom

Finishing point

Grid reference:: SD 80399 10501
Nearest postcode:: BL9 0EL
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Estimated finish time:: 1:45 pm

Bury Interchange

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