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Overview

Train-based walk

Leader: Chris 

Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers, or on the platform, at Piccadilly station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train or at the station in Greenfield.

Transport to Walk Start: 12:58 train from Manchester Piccadilly (final destination Huddersfield).

Suggested Ticket: Off-Peak Day Return to Greenfield £7.90

Walk Start: Greenfield railway station at 13:30.

Waypoints: Huddersfield Narrow Canal, Brownhill Lane, Ryefields, Saddleworth Church, Cross Keys Inn,
Saddleworth Church, Ryefields, Tame Valley Way.

Return Services: between x:12 and x:15 until 20:14, 20:45, 21:42, 22:48, 23:46.

Extra: Due to the later start, there will be no lunch break on this walk. No toilets at walk start. Toilets en route after 30 minutes. Pub stop planned en route at the Cross Keys in Uppermill. Optional pub visit at the end of the walk. Please do not bring your dog (apart from registered assistance dogs).

Saturday, 5 October 2024
Start time:
1:30 pm
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:
150m / 492ft
Type:
circular

This starts as an easy canal walk, followed by a moderate climb, returning on a good track.

The path uphill is rocky, can get muddy and might be slippery after wet weather.

There are fine views on the hill climb.

This walk is not suitable for novice walkers and a good level of fitness is required.

We pass under the historic Saddleworth Viaduct on this walk.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 99156 04683
Nearest postcode:
OL3 7JZ
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Start time:
1:30 pm

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