We are the Biddulph Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Derek L.
Starting from the roadside by the entrance to Poole’s Cavern we ascend Buxton Country Park for views from Solomon’s Temple. We descend via High Plantation to head off Eastwards via Staden, down Cow Dale, up Kidtor Dale along Mid-Shires Way into Deep Dale and then Back Dale, emerging by the bookshop at Brierlow Bar. There is then a gentle climb across fields and along old railway tracks and beyond over Staker Hill and around Buxton Raceway before cutting back Northwards past Stanely Moor Reservoir (disused) and Grinlow Park (toilets) before re-entering the Country Park and down to the cars.
Quite strenuous overall. Rocky surfaces in Deep Dale preceded by steep descent. Poles may be useful.
Walkers from other groups are always welcome, as are non-members wanting to sample walking with our friendly group of ramblers. Non-members are allowed up to three sample walks with rambler groups before they would be expected to join the ramblers.
Roadside on Green lane close to entrance to Poole's Cavern. Or on ££ cavern car park. Note later start at 10am (reason: toilets)
