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Calderdale Group

We are the Calderdale 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

Overview

A fabulously scenic ramble beginning in the Nature reserve at Cromwell Bottom, following the Red Beck towards Northowram, and through woodland beside Jum Hole Beck. We will skirt the very edge of the lovely Shibden Park estate before following in the main the Brighouse Boundary Walk route.

Sunday, 27 October 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

At this time of year, Calderdale weather can be notoriously unpredictable so please come prepared for the forecast conditions, particularly footwear as parts of the route can be wet and muddy.

Bring a packed lunch, as refreshments will only be available at the nature reserve at the start and end of the walk.

Free parking is available at Cromwell Bottom but it is a very popular Sunday destination so carsharing might be advised. For public transport, please check Sunday timetables for buses along the Brighouse Road.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 12414 22363
Nearest postcode:
HD6 2RG
what3words:
wants.bottom.appeal
Start time:
10:00 am

Take the A6035 Elland Road and turn onto Cromwell Bottom road at the sign for the nature reserve. Parking is available at the far end.

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