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A Moorland and Woodland ramble

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Overview

From Hades to Winscar reservoir via Holme Styles reservoir and returning over Snailsden Moor.

Please note, Bob & John have sent the following message re this walk:

Having just pre walked our Hades walk we should remind you that this is a hilly walk.
1300 ft ascent/descent.
Nice …… but plenty of ups and downs, and some level walking in between !!
Bob & John

Wednesday, 9 April 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 15500 03101
Nearest postcode:
S36 4TF
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Start time:
10:00 am

Winscar Reservoir CP, accessed from Dunford Road

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