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Biddulph Group

We are the Biddulph 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

From the Market Square in Longnor we cross to Hollinsclough via field paths and country lane. Then up and along Hollins Hill before traversing Chrome Hill and Parkhouse Hill ridges. Then over to Earl Sterndale and a return to Longnor via Beggars Bridge.

Sunday, 13 July 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

If you use poles then bring them long. 

Scrambling is involved for Chrome Hill and Parkhouse Hill. These hills, part of the "Dragon's Back" ridge i feature steep climbs and rocky sections that require scrambling, especially on Parkhouse Hill.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 08867 64921
Nearest postcode:
SK17 0NT
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support.brief.cleanest
Start time:
9:30 am

Park either on the Market Square Longnor (where there are public toilets) or roadside. We leave from the Market Square.

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