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The Mince pie walk!

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Stockport Group

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Overview

The route goes from Broadbottom to Charlesworth, up onto Cown Edge and along to the Picking stones, Higher Chisworth, Higher Woodseats Farm, the river Etherow and Hodgefold.

Stay after the walk for Christmas drinks at the Harefield Arms

BRING YOUR MINCE PIES /CHRISTMAS CAKE TO EAT IN THE PUB BY THE FIRE AFTER THE WALK 

Tuesday, 19 December 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Anyone wishing to take the train, there is a 9.33 from Manchester Piccadilly which arrives at Broadbottom at 09.54

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 99039 93798
Nearest postcode:
SK14 6BP
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Start time:
10:00 am

Parking in the station car park or on the road

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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