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Manchester Weekend Walkers Group

Manchester Weekend Walkers lead public transport walks into fantastic countryside all year round.

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

Overview

Train-based walk

Leader: Jo H

Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers, or on the platform, at Piccadilly station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train or at the station in Broadbottom. 

Transport to Walk Start: 13:03 train from Manchester Piccadilly (final destination Hadfield).

Suggested Ticket: Off-Peak Day Return to Broadbottom £7

Walk Start: Broadbottom railway station at 13:30.

Waypoints: Lymefield Garden Centre, River Etherow, Hodgefold.

Return Services: x:30 and x:00 until 21:00, then last train at 21:58.

Extra: No toilets at walk start. Toilet at Lymefield Garden Centre en route. Optional visit to Harewood Arms pub at the end of the walk.

Sunday, 4 August 2024
Start time:
1:30 pm
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
4.8km / 3.0mi
Ascent:
150m / 492ft
Type:
circular

This is a short and easy walk, ideal if you are new to walking, new to the group or just fancy a relaxing afternoon with good company!

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 99023 93776
Nearest postcode:
SK14 6BP
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Start time:
1:30 pm

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