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To Tang and Back

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Rochdale Group

We are the Rochdale Ramblers. The Rochdale Group was established in October 1994 and are part of the Manchester and High Peak Area of the Ramblers Association. We welcome new and potential members to join our walks.

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Overview

Starting from Syke Community Centre we make our way towards Watergrove Reservoir and, from there, to the picnic site at Whitworth.  We then go over Tonacliffe Tang and back to the start via Rushy Hill and Healy Stone Circle.

Thursday, 2 April 2026
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:15 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please note that dogs (other than assistance dogs) are not permitted on our walks.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 89869 15737
Nearest postcode:
OL12 9TF
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Start time:
11:00 am

Meet at Syke Community Centre, Syke Road, Syke

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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
Join now for just £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE