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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

Meeting point: Phone box near Wincle Brewery, on west side of bridge over River Dane, near Wincle.
Start Grid ref. SJ 9644 6521 Closest post code SK11 0QE
Start time: 10:00 Grade: Easy/Moderate.
5

miles, 580 feet ascent or 8.2 km, 177m ascent (Outdooractive)
Roadside parking on the road going up the hill from the phone box or on the bridge.
Our route follows the River Dane downstream as far as the weir, cross to Gig Hall and ascend to Hollinhall, then Brandy-Lee, Barleigh Ford Bridge, Dumkins, Nettlebeds, Ship Inn, return to start point. Can be muddy, wear gaiters and take poles if you normally use them. Bring  coffee/tea and a snack for our half-way break. Dogs welcome if on leads at all times (sheep  in fields). Phone me if any questions. Gillian 07833142563

Saturday, 9 November 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
176.8m / 580ft
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

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 96440 65211
Nearest postcode:
SK11 0QE
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Start time:
10:00 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