Magnificent Meanderings in Marsden in May
Details
Train based walk
Leader: ImeldaC
Difficulty: Strenuous
Distance: 17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent: 604m / 1982ft
Type: circular
This 11 miles circular walk from Marsden involves 3 ascents and descents, so is very much classed as "undulating" with 600m ascent. It is strenuous (with possible mild peril if we cross a stream- but there is an alternative route)and some very narrow paths by edges as we climb up Pule Hill from the quarry after visiting the Stanza Poetry Stone. Our route is very varied with fantastic views of Marsden as we walk. There are narrow paths through trees, as well as long wide open stretches over the moors. We use tarmac roads and paths, over moorland, through woodland, along grassy trails and canal side tracks. I saw lots of lambs, bluebells and flowers which I hope are still there to see.
There are some narrow paths by steep inclines, especially through the woodland above Butterley reservoir. Also, there was mud and some slippy downhill sections.
We climb over 6 stiles and cross footbridges and boardwalks, or stones, where there are boggy patches. The A62 is crossed twice. There are no safe crossing points in place, so care will be needed although visibility is good.
Any changes will be explained in my introduction on the day of the walk.
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 Marsden Station.
Transport to Walk Start: 10.30 train
from Manchester Piccadilly to Marsden
Suggested Ticket: Off Peak Marsden Return £13.20
Walk Start: Marsden Station at 11.00
Return Services: xx:37 hourly
Waypoints: Tunnel End, Pule Hill, Stanza stone, Standedge Trail, Carr Clough, Binn Edge, Deer Hill Conduit, Lingards Wood, Dirker.
Extra: No toilet at walk start or en-route. Optional drinks at the end of the walk.
Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs)