This walk has been cancelled

Due to weather

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Overview

 

WALK DETAILS CHANGED DUE TO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS. THESE ARE THE NEW WALK DETAILS.

Due to the forecast and potential difficulties getting to the meeting point, an alternative walk is being offered.

Please meet at Nelson Pit CP, Higher Poynton at 9.30am. Parking spaces may also be available on adjacent roads. Toilets available at the car park.

This 11 mile (approx) walk will be a figure of eight going into Lyme Park, up to Bowstones past The Cage and returning via West Park Gate and along the canal.

The proposed route: Nelson Pit CP - Middlewood Way - Ladybrook Valley - Barlow House Farm - Platt Wood Farm - Lyme Park - The Cage - Bollinhurst Reservoir - Dissop Head - Bowstones - Lyme Park - West Park Gate - Green Farm - Macclesfield Canal - Nelson Pit CP.

Please bring lunch and snacks for morning and afternoon breaks. Poles recommended. No dogs.

The route is subject to change, depending on the conditions. Please check the ECR website for any further changes.

If you are intending walking, please message me on 07591 822712.
 

Tuesday, 7 January 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

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

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 94460 83350
Nearest postcode:
SK12 1TH
what3words:
propelled.clattered.bride
Start time:
9:30 am

There is a charge for the car park with alternative parking available on Shrigley Road North

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