The Sunday Stroll - In search of the A6(M)

New joiners welcome! 🥾

In search of the mythical and unbuilt A6(M), the Stockport North-South Bypass which never was!
A linear walk from Brinnington to Hazel Grove through southern Stockport featuring a bit of Reddish Vale, tunnels (disused railway and motorway), oddly specific signs, an historic hall farm and a local nature reserve. We will finish in Hazel Grove sampling one of the many pubs on London Road (A6).
It was a bit muddy in places on the recce, so please don't wear your best trainers!
The listed ascent is overall, it's generally a flat walk with no more than 25m ascent at a time.

This walk will be led by Jennie Harrison. It is graded Slight/Leisurely: Walks for reasonably fit people with at least a little country walking experience. May include unsurfaced rural paths, with some sustained ascents or descents. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are recommended.

FAQs:

What to wear? Walking boots/shoes are recommended as paths are expected to be muddy. Bring waterproofs and warm clothing.
A hot flask with your favourite drink is always a good idea this time of year. Bring enough water, some snacks and food for lunch.

Can I bring a dog? Please note it’s assistance dogs only on this walk.

Can I drive to the walk start? You’re more than welcome to meet us at Brinnington train station — just make sure to arrive before 10:56am. The walk will start on time, we cannot wait for late arrivals, sorry. We will wait for the train from Manchester. Please note that this is a linear walk so we won't be returning to Brinnington at the end.

Many of our members are not on Meetup, so the RSVP list will be smaller than the total number of attendees. Typically around 30 people join each walk, so there's plenty of people to chat with.

Itinerary:

10:35 - Meet at Manchester Piccadilly train station
10:45 - Take the train departing for Brinnington
10:56 - Walk starts at Brinnington train station
15:00 (approx) - Walk end at Hazel Grove train station. Optional post-walk drinks at a nearby pub.

Recommended train tickets:
OUTBOUND: Off-peak day single to Brinnington - £3.50

RETURN: Trains every two hours from Hazel Grove to Manchester Piccadilly, £3.70 (off peak single).
Alternatively, the 192 bus service runs from Hazel Grove into Manchester via Stockport and the A6, every ten minutes, £2.

Details:

• Walk rating: Slight/Leisurely (Suitable for new walkers)
• Linear Walk
• Distance: 6.9 miles
• Ascent: 100m

For more information, please see our page at https://www.madwalkers.org.uk/walks/

Disclaimer
By taking part in these walks, you acknowledge that you do so entirely at your own risk. You are solely responsible for your personal safety, decisions, and actions throughout the event. Participation is completely voluntary.
By attending, you agree that your wellbeing is your own responsibility. The organiser cannot be held liable for any loss, injury, or damage that may occur.