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Overview

8.5 mile walk from Marsden down the canal to Slaithwaite. We turn left and return via the moors back into Marsden. A fairly easy walk with one long climb (so plenty of stops).

Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://tamesideramblers.org.uk/walk_programme/default.html

No dogs

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 04658 11655
Nearest postcode:
HD7 6DJ
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Start time:
10:30 am

On the road parking outside St Bartholomew's Church. Church Lane, Marsden, Huddersfield

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