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Overview

A walk around the Linacre Reservoirs, woodlands and surrounding area.

Wednesday, 22 October 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
335.3m / 1100ft
Type:
circular

The walk starts in woodland above the Reservoirs and traverses farmland to the east and south.  We'll climb to the days highest point before descending to the Linacre Reservoirs and walking through woodland alongside all three.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 33551 72857
Nearest postcode:
S42 7JW
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Start time:
10:15 am

Linacre Reservoirs Upper Car Park (first Car Park after leaving B6050).

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE