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Mansfield & Sherwood Ramblers

We are the Mansfield and Sherwood Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Starting from the impressive Ribblehead Viaduct this route takes you to the highest point in Yorkshire – Whernside. On a clear day there are great views out to the Howgills, the Lake District and Morecambe Bay.

The ascent of Whernside involves a long steady climb and a lovely high-level ridge. The descent is steeper with a final flat section through the fields to finish underneath the spectacular Ribblehead viaduct.

If you would like to join this walk we prefer that you please book a place by emailing walks@mansfieldramblers.org.uk

Sunday, 25 August 2024
Start time:
12:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
7369m / 24176ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 77953 79953
Nearest postcode:
LA6 3AS
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Start time:
12:00 pm

Roadside parking on Blea Moor Road

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