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Trafford Group

We are the Trafford Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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
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Overview

BOOKING REQUESTED

North from the car park to Rivington village and on to circle Yarrow Reservoir.  Then Sparks Bridge, past the Pigeon Tower to Rivington Pike (ascent to the Pike is optional).  Down through the terraces and Middle Derbyshire, across to Rivington Reservoir and back along the shoreline to the cars. Risk assessment: Some rough, stony paths, some walking on quiet minor roads, possible muddy paths, possibly a few mountain bikers.  A steepish ascent to the Pigeon Tower, and a steeper ascent to the Pike but the latter is optional.  No stiles.

 

Thursday, 2 January 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
317m / 1040ft
Type:
circular

Please contact the walk leader if you wish to bring a dog.  Please let the walk leader know of any health issues they should be aware of.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 62800 13801
Nearest postcode:
BL6 7SB
what3words:
essential.midfield.follow
Start time:
10:30 am

Great House Barn car park, near Go Ape, free

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