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Overview

We will walk from Melbourne via the Cloud Trail, Trent and Mersey Canal, Swarkstone, Stanton by Bridge and return to Melbourne.
Optional tearoom after the walk.

Wednesday, 7 May 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please book on the walk by texting the leader using the mobile number.

Park in Castle Street car park, Melbourne or nearby streets.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 38847 25185
Nearest postcode:
DE73 8DY
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Start time:
10:00 am

Castle Street car park, Melbourne

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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