This walk has been cancelled

Walk cancelled due to forecast of heavy snow overnight.

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Overview

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A walk through Ecclesall, Poynton and Gillfield Woods, then uphill via Fanshaw Gate Lane to Storth House, before descending to Gillfield Wood again, and on to Totley, finishing near Cross Scythes pub.

Some break-off points up to half way. After that some ascent and descent, some mud, stiles.

Catch no. 65 bus from Sheffield Interchange stand D2 at 9.35. Leader will get on bus at Banner Cross. Walk starts from Ecclesall Rd/Limb Lane bus stop at 10.00am.

Buses at the end nos. 97 and 218.

See route map and elevation profile on this page.

Please contact the leader in advance if you have not walked with the group before.

No dogs.
 

Tuesday, 19 November 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
228m / 748ft
Type:
linear

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 31093 82593
Nearest postcode:
S11 9QD
what3words:
cases.overnight.arena
Start time:
10:00 am

Bus stop Ecclesall Rd/Limb Lane

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SK 30707 79795
Nearest postcode:
S17 4AE
what3words:
pounds.regard.sticky
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm

Bus stop, Baslow Rd, near Cross Scythes pub

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