Walk from Burrs Country Park

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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Sue Eves

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Overview

This is a pretty and leisurely walk from Burrs Country Park.

Thursday, 21 August 2025

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 79871 12584
Nearest postcode:: BL8 1DA
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Start time:: 11:00 am

Meet at Burrs Country Park Waterwheel Car Park off Woodhill Road

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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 £3.58 per month