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Southport Group

Southport Ramblers welcome all age groups (from 8 to 80+) for fortnightly walks travelling by coach with like-minded people throughout the year.

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
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Overview

Waaley Bridge in the Goyt Valley hit the news a few years back when it looked like the dam of Toddbrock Reservoir that overlooks the town was going to give way. Fortunately disaster was adverted, and the dam repaired. The walks today may well visit the reservoir or head south along the Midshires Way. You could take in the canal that runs north along the Goyt Way to join the Peak Forrest Canal. 

Sunday, 8 March 2026
Start time:
7:50 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Three walks will be available, with details circulated on the coach, and will range from easy to strenuous depending on the walk selected.

A Walk Leader - Clare Vattev

B Walk Leader - Dave Trembath

C Walk Leader - Derek Cook

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Coach trip
  • Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 37374 20257
Nearest postcode:
PR9 8NE
what3words:
palms.drum.drew
Start time:
7:50 am

The bus stop by the Plough Roundabout in Crossens Southport, and calling at all points going south.

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