We are the East Cheshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
From the car park, we head down to the River Goyt and follow the valley to Fernilee Reservoir and Erwood Reservoir. From here, head to Goytclough Quarry then it’s a steady climb (moderate/strenuous) to the top of Shining Tor. Nothing shining on the Tor for the recce as it was in the clouds. From the trig point at the summit, head along the ridge to Pym Chair, then on to Windgather Rocks before going over Taxal Moor and dropping down to the car park.
The route: Lay-by on A5004 - Shallcross Wood - Madscar Farm - Oldfield - Fernlee Reservoir - Erwood Reservoir - Goytsclough Quarry - Shining Tor - along the Tors to Pym Chair - Windgather Rocks - Clough Farm - Taxal Moor - Taxal - return to the car park.
This is a moderate/strenuous walk on a mixture of tracks, paths, roads and bridleways which were mostly dry underfoot.
Poles recommended.
No dogs due to livestock in fields.
Bring lunch, snacks and drinks.
PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE ON THE DAY FOR ANY CHANGES TO THE WALK. NB Finish times are intended as a guide only. You do not need to book a place on this walk. Ramblers Association recommends that all walkers carry ICE (in case of emergency) information
lay-by on A5004 (Whaley Bridge to Buxton Road). This marked as a car park on the OS app at ref 008798. From Whaley Bridge heading towards Buxton, the car park is on the right, just as you leave Whaley Bridge. Meet for 10.00am.
