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Marsden to Scammonden

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Overview

The route will be Marsden, Tunnel End, Slaithwaite Moor, Scammonden Reservoir, Worts Hill, Merry Dale, Cop Hill, then a steep descent to the Huddersfield Canal and the tow path back to Marsden. The walk is mainly on good paths and tracks. Note there is 1500ft of ascent and there are a couple of steep ascents and descents.

Sunday, 6 October 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
457.2m / 1500ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.buryramblers.com/

The car park entrance is opposite the Railway pub.

Walk unsuitable for dogs

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 04800 11841
Nearest postcode:
HD7 6DH
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Start time:
10:00 am

Marsden Station car park (free)

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Difficulty:
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