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Overview

From the pub, we follow paths through to Pike, Pike Law and onto Rishworth Moor via Cat Moss and Cat Stones.  A visit to Dog Hill trig and then join the Blackwood Edge Road path back to the pub.

A short, steep climb at the beginning, some stiles and a gradual ascent onto Rishworth Moor.

Wednesday, 14 May 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
367.3m / 1205ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.tamesideramblers.org.uk/walk_programme/default.html

Optional drink in the Boothwood Inn after the walk.

 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 03423 17003
Nearest postcode:
HX6 4QU
what3words:
twit.diver.jaundice
Start time:
10:30 am

Boothwood Inn - on road parking available. Oldham Road Ripponden Halifax HX6 4QU

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