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Manchester Weekend Walkers lead public transport walks into fantastic countryside all year round.

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Overview

Train based walk

Leader: Imelda

Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers, or on the platform at Piccadilly Station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train, or at the Walk Start at Grindleford station.

Transport to Walk Start: 09:48 train from Manchester Piccadilly

Suggested Ticket: Off Peak Day Return to Grindleford £15.10

Walk Start: Grindleford Railway Station at 10:50

Waypoints: TBA

Return Services: 16:32, 17:32, 18:32, 19:32

Extra: Please use the toilet on the train. No toilets at walk start  Optional drinks at the end of the walk. Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs)

Saturday, 9 August 2025
Start time:
10:50 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
575m / 1886ft
Type:
linear

This walk will feature woodland, moors and easy paths through Longshaw estate to begin. We will then pursue rocky outcrops towards Higger Tor - with some opportunities to do a bit of climbing if you wish!. Following this excitement we will take a grassy route into Hathersage.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 25019 78798
Nearest postcode:
S32 2HY
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Start time:
10:50 am

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SK 23306 81044
Nearest postcode:
S32 1DR
what3words:
whom.wiggling.skid
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm

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