Padley Gorge, Surprise view and Higger Tor

Rotherham Metro District Group

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Overview

Exploring Longshaew, Padley Gorge and Lawrence field and on up to Higger Tor and Burbage Bridge

Saturday, 14 June 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Starting point

Grid reference:: SK 26700 80101
Nearest postcode:: S11 7TY
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Longshaw NT CP (fee) Free for NT members

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unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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exclusive discounts from our partners
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