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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

Tracks, woodland and field paths (some very muddy sections especially around stiles; poles helpful.) Good views weather permitting.

Route: Wood Lanes - Lockgate Farm - West Park Gate - Hase Bank Wood - Timber Yard for morning break (toilets available) - Lantern Wood - Park Moor East - Sponds Hill - Dale Top - Planted Moor - Birchencliff - Peak Forest Canal -return.

Please bring ICE card, lunch and drink.  Unsuitable for dogs as steep ladder stiles, and livestock in fields.

Monday, 30 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.4km / 8.3mi
Ascent:
365.8m / 1200ft
Type:
circular

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

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 93672 81710
Nearest postcode:
SK10 4PE
what3words:
mini.unspoiled.autumn
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at junction of Wood Lanes North, East, South and West: Parking: roadside parking, unrestricted but please park responsibly, taking account of bus stop area and residential properties. Also accessible by bus.

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