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Trafford Group

We are the Trafford 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
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Overview

BOOKING REQUESTED

From the station to Hodgfold, Bothams Hall, Near Cloughside, Benfield Clough, Compstall and Etherow Country Park, Ernocroft, Sandy Lane.  On to the Cown Edge Way back to Broadbottom. Risk assessment: Care crossing the main A626. Some slippery grass slopes and some high stiles.  

 

Thursday, 17 April 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
426.7m / 1400ft
Type:
circular

Please contact the walk leader if you wish to bring a dog.  Please let the walk leader know of any health issues they should be aware of.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 98999 93801
Nearest postcode:
SK14 6BB
what3words:
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Start time:
10:30 am

Broadbottom Station, free, or on adjacent road, free

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