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Overview

An approximate 7.6 mile circular, moderate walk from the entrance track of Smiddy Shaw Reservoir, opposite Waskerley Junction. A couple of styles and a need for caution on the way to/from Hisehope Burn.

Actual walk leader is Maggie N.

Contact no. 07939 663 564

Sunday, 28 January 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.2km / 7.6mi
Ascent:
129.8m / 426ft
Type:
circular

Gordon L., contact no. 07751 135179, is proposing a shorter walk of 5/6 miles, from the same point.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 04745 45746
Nearest postcode:
DH8 9DZ
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Start time:
10:30 am

Meet at the start of the track to Smiddy Shaw Reservoir, in carpark opp. entrance to Waskerley Station.

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