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Manchester and Salford Ramblers Group

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

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Overview

This is an easy mainly flat walk of 2.5 miles which explores some of the areas close to Sale Water Park including woodland, fields, riverside, lakeside and Priory Gardens. It will be taken at a slow pace with rest stops. There are some steps with handrails and very short gradients. There will be a rest stop after 1 mile and lunch stop after 2 miles. Toilets available at lunch stop and near the start/finish.

Thursday, 16 January 2025
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:15 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
4km / 2.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

A flat walk with a couple of short gradients, some uneven ground and muddy paths but mostly good paths.  Some steps with handrails (no stepping stones or stiles).

Sorry not suitable for push-chairs, wheelchairs or dogs.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 80776 92421
Nearest postcode:
M33 2LX
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slice.earth.spell
Start time:
11:00 am

Sale Water Park Metrolink stop (Airport Line).

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