UPPERMILL

Ascend steeply to the Obelisk (War Memorial) which overlooks Uppermill, then cross over to Alderman's Hill, head over the summit of Dick Hill and descend to Running Hill Head, skirt around Diggle to pass over the Standedge tunnels and reach Bleak Hey Nook. From here we descend to the Castleshaw Reservoirs, visiting the grassy remains of a Roman fort. Passing over the dam of the upper reservoir then descending to the lower reservoir, we then ascend Harrop Edge, before descending to the edge of Uppermill. Then over the railway to join the Tame Valley Way to the start. Moorland paths, a few potentially soggy fields and hard surfaces. 2350 ft asc. Tel 07486956776. Full Day. Bring lunch and adequate liquids. Booking is essential and opens from 23/09/2025. Book using https://nmc-ramblers.org.uk/ or click link below.