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West Didsbury, River Mersey - Circular

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Overview

We will walk to the River Mersey in West Didsbury, follow the River and parks and fields nearby to reach Chorlton Water Park (toilets) and a short stop, then continuing across Southern Cemetery to the tram stop.

Conditions: a flat walk with short gradients when leaving (or joining) the riverside path. Sections of the path are muddy and uneven.

Monday, 16 September 2024
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
5.6km / 3.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 83549 92909
Nearest postcode:
M20 1JZ
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Start time:
11:00 am

Platform at the Withington Tram stop (East Didsbury direction). Also can be accessed by buses 101, 104, 105, 108, 109. On-street parking possible Cavendish Road area nearby.

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