Led walk - Hadfield to Broadbottom

Train based walk
Leader: Imelda
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent: 500m / 1640ft
Type: linear

We begin by passing Bottoms reservoir with its interesting gauging basin. Continuing, we find ourselves walking over fields on a clear path to cross a pretty bridge (despite its name!). Then we seek to find the least muddy footpaths in the nature reserve and to leave via the Tameside trail to cross a moor before ascending Wild Bank. A gentle descent follows to pass Mottram Old Hall, with a last short climb to Mottram Hill before making our way towards Broadbottom.

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

Transport to Walk Start: 10:03 train from Manchester Piccadilly

Suggested Ticket: Off Peak Day Return to Hadfield £8.30

Walk Start: Hadfield Railway Station at 10:50

Waypoints: Bottoms reservoir, Arnfield, Devils Bridge, Swallows Nature Reserve, Middle Bank, Wild Bank, Hobson Moor, Mottram in Longendale, Mottram Hill

Return Services: From Broadbottom - 16.00, 16.30, 16.59, 17.29 etc
Extra: No toilets at walk start or en-route. Optional drinks at the end of the walk. (AND PIZZA!!) Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs)