Godley to Broadbottom

Train Based Walk

Leader: Paul G (meeting at walk start)

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

Transport to Walk Start: 11:33 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Godley

Suggested Ticket: Off-Peak Day Return to Broadbottom £7.40

Walk Start: At Godley railway station at 12:00

Waypoints: Brook Fold Lane, Farmland behind Godley turntable, Green Lane, War Memorial, Plands Road, Radcliffe Fold, Werneth golf course, Beacon Lane, Cock Brow, Apple Street, Back Wood, Bothams Hall, Broadbottom Beach, Leylands Lane, Moss Lane.

Return Services: From Broadbottom- Trains every half hour

Extra: There are no toilets at the start of the walk. Optional drinks at the end of the walk. Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs).

Saturday, 10 October 2026
Start time: 12:00 pm
Estimated finish time: 4:00 pm
Difficulty: Leisurely
Distance: 7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent: 225m / 738ft
Type: linear

Join us for this leisurely walk from Godley to Broadbottom taking in Farm tracks, woodland paths, pasture & a golf course.

We will visit a war memorial and Broadbottom Beach! (Paddling allowed!)

We will cross 3 busy roads and a small stream via a plank bridge