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Manchester and Salford Ramblers Group

We are the Manchester and Salford 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

A pleasant easy woodland walk through Alkrington Woods. Mostly in the woodland with good marked paths with a small amount of road side walking. Also takes in Alkrington Hall, pleasant large ponds with wildlife and streams.

Monday, 4 September 2023
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
5.6km / 3.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

One uphill section out of the back end of the woods up to Rochdale Road, then uphill Rochdale Road to rejoin the woods. Approx 300yards of uphill activity.

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles
  • Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 86518 04453
Nearest postcode:
M24 1JR
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Start time:
11:00 am

Moss Lane Bus Stop, Alkrington which is the 2nd stop after the bus crosses Victoria Avenue on Rochdale Rd. Buses 17 or 18 from Shudehill (Runs every 10mins) Or Bus 163 from Manchester Piccadilly, alight at the same stop as the 17/18. For Car Parking use Mainway in Alkrington.

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