The Roaches and Lud's Church Circular

This walk starts on Roach Road, parking can be very sparse so please get there early to bag a space. There's numerous small lay-bys and wide verges but they fill up rather quickly on weekends. If possible car share too.

The route starts in Upper Hulme it will take us on a relatively steep climb up to Hen Cloud, with excellent views of the Tittesworth Reservoir to the west. and beyond.

From here you head down towards the Roaches and make your way along the tops until you drop down and walk through some woods before reaching Lud’s Church. Here it is likely to be muddy, so boots and gaiters are advisable. Now we're on our way back we take a path that runs by the side of Roaches, but slightly lower until you reach Ramshaw Rocks then it’s back to the start.

We're hoping to have some great views, good weather on our early November walk.

Please bring drinks, snacks and warm layers. Also wet weather walking gear is advisable if the weather is poor.

The tea room will hopefully be still open for an after walk hot drink, or if it's a pub you're after, The Manifold Inn set in the pretty village of Hulme End.

If for any reason you cannot attend this walk please be considerate and change your RSVP to NO.

The Disclaimer!
We are a group of like-minded adults who share the same interest, the great outdoors.
Our leaders/event hosts are volunteers, they're there to guide groups on walks in the countryside, they're not responsible for each and every participant other than themselves.
It is expected that all participants to be fully responsible for themselves and their own safety, we do not employ first aiders or qualified walk leaders. Participants are also expected to attend every walk with suitable clothing, footwear and any other equipment, that includes waterproofs for wet weather and walking poles if you need them regularly. Enough food and drink for the day is also required.
Some activities in more mountainous regions such as the Lake District, Wales and Scotland, can be more challenging, our walk leaders will use the principal of the groups safety at all times and if the conditions dramatically change for the worse, they will reserve the right to end the walk and turn back.
If for any reason you are concerned about the potential risks of our activities whilst out with the group you could consider taking out a personal insurance plan, e.g. The BMC (British Mountaineering Council)
http://www.thebmc.co.uk
They offer a yearly plan/cover that will not only cover you in the UK but also in any European country.
When you RSVP you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of this disclaimer.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me directly.
Please remember, we're here to have fun and socialise!