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East Cheshire Group

We are the East Cheshire 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

Nelson Pit car park (P&D- pay with cash, card or pay by phone app) Start time 9.30 am Distance 12 miles. Total ascent 1500ft approx (Garmin)

Route : Along the canal into Lyme Park- Elmhurst wood to visitor centre-along the Gritstone Trail -lantern wood- Bowstones-Sponds Hill-Bakestondale Road-continue on the Gritstone Trail picking up the Peak District boundary walk-Bakestondale Moor -North Cheshire way -back onto the canal to the cars A few ladder stiles which may be slippy; paths are generally good but there are some mud/boggy areas so may wish to consider poles and gaiters.

Please bring a packed lunch/drinks. 

No dogs. Please note in the event of snow/ice being forecast this walk will be cancelled so please check notice board before setting off- thank you

Saturday, 24 February 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
20.1km / 12.5mi
Ascent:
457.2m / 1500ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 94449 83351
Nearest postcode:
SK12 1TH
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Start time:
10:30 am

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