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The Walkham Valley and Merrivale

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Overview

Moderate, circular walk, through ancient woodland, disused railway, old quarries, bronze age remains and standing stones. 

A stream crossing and small boggy section which might be tricky, small section rocky under foot.

We will stop for a coffee break. 

Wednesday, 4 December 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 55095 74984
Nearest postcode:
PL20 6ST
Start time:
10:00 am

Small free carpark just after Merrivale Bridge on right (just past Hillside Riding Centre)

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