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Overview

This will be a 7.5 mile walk. Following the Shropshire Union Canal and then ascending to the Peckforton Hills. Field paths, woodland and canal side; good views if clear. Further details after recce.

Zone D

Sunday, 10 May 2026
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SJ 29128 30489
Nearest postcode:
SY11 1DP
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

Gatacre playing fields car park, Oswestry

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 54034 59073
Nearest postcode:
CW6 9TX
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Start time:
10:30 am

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