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East Cheshire Group

We are the East Cheshire 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

Overview

Sutton Common and Minn-End-Lane circuit from Teggsnose Reservoir CP.
11.5 miles/18.5 kms (approx), moderate, with 2120 ft of ascent (OS app).

Meet at Teggsnose Reservoir car park at 9.30am. Access to the car park is at the end of Holehouse Lane in Langley. Please note this is a narrow road, and the car park is at the far end of the dam. Parking is free but there are no toilets. Additional parking may be available at the near end of the dam and also on the road in designated bays alongside Bottoms reservoir. This car park is not the same one as the one at Teggsnose Country Park.

The route: Teggsnose Reservoir - Langley village - Ridge Hill Farm - Foxbank Farm - Hill of Roosenclowes - Croker Hill - Golden Slack - Minn-End-Lane - Mareknowles - Wood Cottage - Withenshaw Lane - High Lane - Hanging Gate - Gritstone Trail to Bottoms Reservoir and the car park.

A mix of paths, tracks and lanes with mud in places. Expansive views guaranteed (weather permitting).

Please bring lunch and refreshments for the morning and afternoon stop. Poles recommended.

Please contact me on 07591 822712 if you have any questions.

Tuesday, 7 January 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18.4km / 11.4mi
Ascent:
646.2m / 2120ft
Type:
circular

PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE ON THE DAY FOR ANY CHANGES TO THE WALK. NB Finish times are intended as a guide only. You do not need to book a place on this walk.

Ramblers Association recommends that all walkers carry ICE (in case of emergency) information

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 94600 71801
Nearest postcode:
SK11 0NB
what3words:
nozzle.resort.brimmed
Start time:
9:30 am

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