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Trafford Group

We are the Trafford 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

BOOKING REQUESTED

From the car park over the Goyt Valley ridge into the Combs Valley, down to Combs village, then ascending back, parallel but below Combs Edge to the Goyt Valley. Risk assessment: One muddy stretch. Crossing of busy A5004 Whaley Bridge to Buxton Road and some walking along minor roads. A number of stiles, majority in good condition but not all.

Thursday, 3 April 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
426.7m / 1400ft
Type:
circular

Please contact the walk leader if you wish to bring a dog.  Please let the walk leader know of any health issues they should be aware of.

 

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 01832 77226
Nearest postcode:
SK23 7HB
what3words:
factor.wrist.pies
Start time:
10:30 am

Lay-by car parking: from Whaley Bridge pass the Shady Oak pub on the left, car parking 1 mile further on right.

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