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

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Overview

Train-based walk

Leader: Brendan M

Meet Point: Near the ticket barriers, or on the platform, at Piccadilly station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train, or at the Walk Start at Wilmslow station.

Transport to Walk Start: 10:06 train from Manchester Piccadilly (final destination Crewe).

Suggested Ticket: Off Peak Day Return to Wilmslow £8.50- it may be cheaper to book two advance singles.

Walk Start: Wilmslow Railway Station at 10:30

Waypoints: Southern Woods, Quarry Bank Mill, Bank House Farm, Airport Hotel, Chapel Woods, Styal Village.

Return Services: From Heald Green: x:11, x:20 & x:35 until 21:20, then 21:36, 22:08, 22:20, 23:10, 23:20, 23:49.

Extra: Toilets at walk start (rail users only). Toilets en route at Quarry Bank Mill. Optional pub visit at the end of the walk at the Flying Horse. Please do not bring your dog (apart from registered assistance dogs) as we will be waling through fields of livestock.

Saturday, 7 December 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
150m / 492ft
Type:
linear

This walk through the Styal woodlands follows mainly good paths, but some places may be slightly muddy when wet. A degree of fitness is required for this walk.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 85044 81144
Nearest postcode:
SK9 1AE
what3words:
maybe.locker.waters
Start time:
10:30 am

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SJ 84351 85882
Nearest postcode:
SK8 3QH
what3words:
hooked.parade.dark
Estimated finish time:
4:00 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