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Overview

A circular walk from Mossley up to  Hartshead Pike. Walk climbs from Bottom Mossley to Luzley proceeds via Knott Hill nature reserve via good paths to Hartshead Pike then returning via Top Mossley. Extensive views throughout on mostly good paths. Steady climb to Luzley and again to Hartshead Pike total ascent around 950ft.

Tuesday, 8 August 2023
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
289.6m / 950ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 84850 97842
Nearest postcode:
M1 2BN
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Start time:
9:45 am

Meeting at Piccadilly station for 9.58 train to Mossley. Returning on 15.18 train. NB Early Start!

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