Norland Moor - Thu 26 Feb

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Overview

BOOKING REQUESTED

Across Norland Moor up to Gallows Pole Hill, along the River Rayburn then over to Barkisland. Risk assessment: Likely to be boggy over the moor.

Thursday, 26 February 2026

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.2km / 8.8mi
Ascent:: 446.5m / 1465ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.ramblers-trafford.co.uk/

Please contact the walk leader if you wish to bring a dog. Please let the walk leader know of any health issues they should be aware of.

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 06571 22510
Nearest postcode:: HX6 3QP
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Norland Park car park off Shaw Lane, Sowerby Bridge. Free.

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