Heaton Chapel to Stockport

Train based walk

Leader: Mary S (meeting at walk start)

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 Heaton Chapel railway station

Transport to Walk Start: 10:47 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Heaton Chapel

Suggested Ticket: Off Peak Stockport Return £6.20

Walk Start: Heaton Chapel railway station at 11:00

Return Services: Multiple trains from Stockport to Manchester

Waypoints: Black Brook Path, The Meadow, Nelstrop Road North, Houldsworth Park, Reddish Green, Reddish Vale Country Park, Midshires Way, Transpennine Trail, Stockport Market

Extra: Toilets may be available at Reddish Vale Country Park. Optional drinks at the end of the walk. Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs)

Sunday, 5 July 2026
Start time: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time: 3:00 pm
Difficulty: Leisurely
Distance: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent: 50m / 164ft
Type: linear

An urban, river and country park linear walk taking in Stockport's surrounding green and lush countryside along the river Tame.

There will be no opportunity to purchase food/drink at the walk start.

Please wear suitable footwear as some paths are uneven and may be muddy in parts.