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Manchester Weekend Walkers lead public transport walks into fantastic countryside all year round.

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Overview

Train based walk

Leader: Mark F (meeting at walk start)

Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers, or on the platform at Piccadilly Station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train, or at the Walk Start at Woodley Station. 

Transport to Walk Start: 10:51 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Woodley

Suggested Ticket:  Off Peak Woodley Return £7.40

Walk Start: Woodley Station at 11:20am

Return Services:  2 trains an hour to Manchester

Waypoints: Trans Pennine Trail, Back o’th Hill, Hare and Hounds, Werneth Low Country Park, War Memorial, Gower Hey Wood, Godley Railway Turntable, Disused Railway Track, Peak Forest Canal

Extra: No toilet at walk start. Optional drinks at the end of the walk. Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs)

Saturday, 24 January 2026
Start time:
11:20 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
200m / 656ft
Type:
circular

A shortish walk with one longish ascent up to Werneth Low, where fantastic views are to be had. This walk follows bridleways, field paths, a woodland area and a canal towpath and a slight diversion to visit the Godley Railway Turntable.

Good footwear is advised as some paths will be muddy. It may be windy at Werneth Low, so please bring an extra layer of clothing.

A moderate level of fitness is required due to the ascent.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 93932 92520
Nearest postcode:
SK6 1PR
what3words:
photos.horn.universally
Start time:
11:20 am

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