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North and Mid Cheshire Area

North and Mid Cheshire Ramblers organises walks using car, coach and public transport. We walk locally and also in North Wales, Peak District and Lakes

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

We start along the upper Lathkill Dale but soon leave it to ascend to Magpie Mine and the village of Sheldon. There is then a woodland section followed by Deep Dale. We return on mainly field paths. Expect some slippery surfaces if it is wet and mud anywhere. Total cumulative ascent 1800 ft. Tel 07836358791. Sorry, no dogs due to local restrictions. Full Day. Bring lunch and adequate liquids. Booking is essential and opens from 17/02/2026. Book using https://nmc-ramblers.org.uk/ or click link below.
Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 15600 66401
Nearest postcode:
DE45 1JH
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Start time:
10:00 am

CP B5055 1/4 ml though the village on the R

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