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Blackstone Edge and Green Withins

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Overview

This is a 6.2 mile moderate walk over the M62, taking in the beloved Pennine way up to Blackstone Edge and back via Green Withins.  Can be very muddy and rough underfoot. 

 

Thursday, 19 June 2025
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10km / 6.2mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please be aware that dogs (with the exception of Assistance Dogs) are not allowed on our walks.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 97679 11420
Nearest postcode:
OL3 5UN
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Start time:
11:00 am

Meet at the Windy Hill Mast car park, off Ripponden Road (A672)

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE