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Trafford Group

We are the Trafford Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

BOOKING REQUESTED

Along the east side of Rivington Reservoir, past Yarrow Reservoir to Anglezarke Reservoir.  Along The Goit to White Coppice, Healey Fold Lane and across fields to the highest point, Healey Nab.  Descending to Healey Fold Lane and along the west side of Anglezarke and Upper Rivington reservoirs to Horrobin Lane and back to the cars.  Risk assessment: Tree roots in woodland can be a trip hazard. Muddy patches in wet weather. Some walking on minor roads.

 



 

 

Friday, 2 January 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
251.5m / 825ft
Type:
circular

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:
SD 62855 13856
Nearest postcode:
BL6 7SB
what3words:
polishing.mandolin.structure
Start time:
10:30 am

Rivington Great House Barn car park, free

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking