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Whixall Moss Mooch

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Overview

A relatively level, circular walk in the amazing landscape of Whixall moss. Yes, the paths are boggy in places, but they are easily passable with care. Waterproof footwear is essential and a walking stick is definitely useful. There will be a stop for coffee and another for lunch.

Thursday, 16 November 2023
Meeting time:
10:00 am
Start time:
10:45 am
Estimated finish time:
11:59 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10.9km / 6.8mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Zone B

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SJ 29142 30519
Nearest postcode:
SY11 1DP
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Meeting time:
10:00 am

Gatacre Playing Fields car park.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 49318 35402
Nearest postcode:
SY13 2RX
what3words:
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Start time:
10:45 am

Morris’s Bridge car park. NOTE LATER START TIME. DO NOT ALLOW YOUR SATNAV TO TAKE YOU UP MALT KILN LANE AS IT IS A DEAD END.

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