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Overview

This is a varied walk starting at Lydgate.  We will ascend half way to Blackstone Edge and then go left following the drain round to the White House, along the edge of a couple of reservoirs, then drop down to the canal before picking a way back along and up to Lydgate.  

Saturday, 28 December 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please be aware that dogs (with the exception of Assistance Dogs) are not allowed on our walks.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 95250 16564
Nearest postcode:
OL15 0LL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at parking area at Lydgate near turn off for Whittaker Golf Club on Blackstone Edge Old Road.

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Join now for just £3.58 per month
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