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Saddleworth Edges
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9.28mi 
+1191ft 
-1161ft 
5h20
Difficult 
Starting point in Saddleworth - Manchester Absolute belter of a walk around 3 reservoirs with views from the top of Saddleworth moor, climbing down a cascading waterfall, all utterly stunning.
The Pots & Pans from Uppermill
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4.34mi
+676ft
-679ft
2h35
Easy
Starting point in Saddleworth - Manchester This Peak District walk offers a relatively easy way to enjoy the moors and views above Uppermill in Oldham. The route includes a visit to the Obelisk above Uppermill.
Turton & Entwistle and Wayoh Reservoirs from Jumbles
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9.04mi
+492ft
-482ft
4h35
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester This walk visits the three large reservoirs and an area of moorland to the north of Bolton.
Coombs Ridge, Cown Edge from Broadbottom
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6.24mi
+919ft
-919ft
3h40
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester This area sees few walkers yet there is much of interest and grand views.
Goyt Hall and Chadkirk
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3.93mi
+230ft
-243ft
2h00
Easy
Starting point in Manchester A rewarding walk along varied waterways, featuring historic buildings and striking canal architecture.
Haughton Dale
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3.24mi
+230ft
-230ft
1h40
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Canal towpath and riverside walking in a wildlife-rich rural oasis, including a local nature reserve.
Goyt Hall and Chadkirk
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3.86mi
+187ft
-177ft
1h55
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Along the Goyt to a historic half-timbered farmhouse, returning via the Peak Forest Canal and Chadkirk.
River Goyt and Marple Aqueduct
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7.81mi
+433ft
-446ft
4h00
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester A rewarding walk along varied waterways, featuring historic buildings and striking canal architecture.
Two Brooks Valley
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3.77mi
+492ft
-492ft
2h10
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester Pleasant farmland walking with a pretty interlude along a wooded stream valley.
Shevington Standish Circular
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5.61mi
+253ft
-246ft
2h50
Moderate
Starting point in Shevington - Manchester 6m mile circular route starting from Shevington crossing Mill Brook into Elnup Wood, From here the route makes its way via Standish Park to cross Mill Brook and M6 motorway onto Shevington Vale. Having made its way around the vale the route heads back to start over Gathurst Golf course.
Crook Standish Circular
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6.25mi
+305ft
-282ft
3h10
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester Circular Walk starting from sports ground in Crook then North onto Birley Pond, Birley & Elnup Woods exiting over Mill Brook to gently ascend to Birch Walk. The route then follows the boundary of Standish Park before heading back to start via Giants Hall Farm and Standish Wood Lane. Good views of Beacon Park and Winter Hill ridges from high points.
Swineshaw Reservoirs & Wild Bank Hill
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6.59mi
+925ft
-928ft
3h50
Difficult
Starting point in Manchester A longer walk featuring a scenic valley and a stiff climb to a fine moorland viewpoint.
Wild Bank Hill
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3.45mi
+531ft
-538ft
2h05
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester A taste of heather moorland as you climb to the local trig-point, with wide views over Manchester.
Harrop Edge
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1.45mi
+223ft
-200ft
0h50
Easy
Starting point in Manchester An easy stroll round a nearby hill, with wide views over Manchester and the Dark Peak.
Roman Lakes and Cobden Edge
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5.08mi
+787ft
-764ft
3h00
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester Superb views, bird-rich lakes, historic buildings and a bracing climb to a hilltop cross amid gritstone quarries.
Mellor stroll
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2.01mi
+230ft
-236ft
1h05
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.
Brook Bottom and Mill Brow
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3.89mi
+413ft
-413ft
2h10
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester Fine views, attractive stone-built hamlets and a pleasant stream-side interlude.
Mellor March routes - Family route
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5.47mi
+856ft
-883ft
3h15
Easy
Starting point in Manchester The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Mellor March routes - Rowarth Loop
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10.95mi
+1499ft
-1499ft
6h20
Difficult
Starting point in Manchester The original march. Just beautiful in so many ways. The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Mellor march routes - Main route
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9.42mi
+1165ft
-1165ft
5h20
Difficult
Starting point in Manchester The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Roman Lakes & Mellor Cross
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4.83mi
+732ft
-728ft
2h50
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester Varied walking in the Goyt valley, plus a visit to Mellor Cross, with views to Kinder Scout and the Cheshire Plain.
Peak Forest Canal
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3.39mi
+443ft
-469ft
1h55
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Featuring a peaceful stretch of the Peak Forest Canal and the historic ‘Roman Bridge’ over the River Goyt.
Mellor Church
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1.66mi
+210ft
-213ft
0h55
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.
River Goyt and Marple Aqueduct
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7.73mi
+410ft
-420ft
3h55
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester A rewarding walk along varied waterways, featuring historic buildings and striking canal architecture.
Chadkirk Chapel
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1.96mi
+135ft
-148ft
1h00
Easy
Starting point in Manchester A level walk full of interest, visiting a historic chapel, a holy well and a stretch of the River Goyt.
A Manchester Mini-Trail from the Grey Horse Inn
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1.41mi
+39ft
-39ft
0h40
Easy
Starting point in Manchester A short city-centre walking tour from a historic alehouse, featuring a mix of well-known landmarks and lesser curiosities.
Werneth Low
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4.71mi
+463ft
-440ft
2h35
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester Follow the Trans-Pennine Trail to a popular local landmark with extensive views.
Back o’ th’ Hill
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3.93mi
+269ft
-299ft
2h05
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester Wide views, interesting corners, and a quiet stretch of canal towpath with a spooky tunnel.
Jumbles Country Park
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4.19mi
+492ft
-492ft
2h20
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester Descend through flowery pastures and then circumnavigate a scenic wooded reservoir.
Top o’ th’ Knotts
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1.78mi
+207ft
-210ft
1h00
Easy
Starting point in Manchester A contouring farmland stroll with wide views over Bolton to Winter Hill.
Matley lane to Cheetham park, Stalybridge.
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2.61mi
+230ft
-249ft
1h25
Easy
Starting point in Manchester A short half day walk on old cobbled track through nature reserve and park. Initial gradual uphill section on unmade track, taking you to Stalybridge centre, to come back through nature reserve and park.
Roman Lakes and Cobden Edge
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5.01mi
+735ft
-712ft
2h55
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Superb views, bird-rich lakes, historic buildings and a bracing climb to a hilltop cross amid gritstone quarries.
Brook Bottom and Mill Brow
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3.94mi
+397ft
-400ft
2h10
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Fine views, attractive stone-built hamlets and a pleasant stream-side interlude.
Mellor stroll
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2.01mi
+230ft
-230ft
1h10
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.
Mellor March Route : Family Route
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5.6mi
+801ft
-830ft
3h15
Easy
Starting point in Manchester The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Mellor March Route : Main Route
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9.77mi
+1175ft
-1204ft
5h30
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Mellor March Route : Rowarth Loop
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11.09mi
+1437ft
-1467ft
6h20
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.
Roman Lakes & Mellor Cross - VARIANTE
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4.83mi
+748ft
-745ft
2h50
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Varied walking in the Goyt valley, plus a visit to Mellor Cross, with views to Kinder Scout and the Cheshire Plain.
Peak Forest Canal
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3.35mi
+390ft
-387ft
1h55
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Featuring a peaceful stretch of the Peak Forest Canal and the historic ‘Roman Bridge’ over the River Goyt.
Mellor Church
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1.91mi
+220ft
-230ft
1h05
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.
Chadkirk Chapel
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1.92mi
+112ft
-125ft
1h00
Easy
Starting point in Manchester A level walk full of interest, visiting a historic chapel, a holy well and a stretch of the River Goyt.
Lyme Park
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5.24mi
+364ft
-364ft
2h45
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Lyme Park is administered by the National Trust. The grounds are free to enter on foot, but a fee must be paid to enter the house.
Two Canal Walk
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4.33mi
+253ft
-246ft
2h15
Easy
Starting point in Manchester Sample both the Macclesfield and Peak Forest Canals, returning via Disley Golf Course.
Jackson’s Brickworks
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2.74mi
+108ft
-108ft
1h20
Easy
Starting point in Manchester A surprisingly varied route visiting a former industrial site now converted to a popular nature reserve, and sampling both the Macclesfield Canal and Middlewood Way.
Yew Tree Farm to Oversley Lodge Farm
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4.13mi
+20ft
-20ft
1h55
Easy
Starting point in Manchester This short walk begins at Yew Tree Farm at the end of Bolshaw Road. Follow the path through Styal Golf Course and cross the railway bridge towards Beech Farm.
Sunbank Wood
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2.13mi
+79ft
-102ft
1h05
Easy
Starting point in Ringway - Manchester This a pleasant little walk and sadly part of it is disappearing under concrete. Manchester Airport have developed on either side of Sunbank Lane. There was a petition to stop it but sadly it failed. There are some before and after pictures on the slideshow.
Orrell Winstanley Circular
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7.45mi
+410ft
-394ft
3h45
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester Starting from Orrell Waterpark then follows lower slopes of Billinge Hill before ascending to Winstanley College and back to the waterpark. Good views over Mersey, Winter Hill and Cheshire hills.
Billinge Orrell Waterpark Circular
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5.62mi
+502ft
-472ft
3h00
Moderate
Starting point in Billinge Chapel End - Manchester A circular walk starting from the base of Billinge Hill and ascending it to enjoy views from the highest point in Merseyside. The descent passes through woodland on route to Orrell Waterpark. The return route follows the west flank of Billinge Hill with more great views over Welsh and Cheshire hills back to start.
Billinge Longshaw Circular
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6.3mi
+394ft
-413ft
3h15
Moderate
Starting point in Billinge Chapel End - Manchester Circular walkleaving Billinge by Garswood Rd, crossing Barton Clough on route to Chair Wood and then via Longshaw to top of Billinge Hill before descending back to Billinge. Excellent views over Merseyside, Pennines, Welsh and Cheshire hills from the highest point in Merseyside.
Pennington Green Circular via Borsdane Wood
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5.13mi
+210ft
-194ft
2h30
Moderate
Starting point in Manchester Walk starts from Hindley Mill Lane and follows anticlockwise circular route via Borsdane Wood, Pennington Green, Kirkless Wood and Hindley Hall.
