The walk is just less than 6.5 miles. Whilst the walk isn`t long and doesn`t have any high climbs it is definitely moderate, having lots of ups & downs which accumulate to a total of about 1000 ft. There are also several flights of steps and approximately 9 easy stiles. Quite a lot of the walk is through woodland.

The walk will start at 10-15 from the parking area opposite the church of “Our Lady of Immaculate Conception”, SK13 5ES, just before the railway viaduct and road bridge as approaching Broadbottom.

Parking is limited so please share if possible. (there is also roadside parking nearby and at Lymefield). Directions from Marple Bridge, A629 Glossop Road at Windsor Castle pub, turn left at George and Dragon pub in Charlesworth, down to Broadbottom.

The walk goes via Lymefield, over River Etherow to Warhurst Fold, through woods to Woodseats down to Broadbottom Beach (coffee break), up to Great Wood, Hodgefold, Hurst Clough (lunch), Mottram Hill and back via Pingot Lane.

 

6.5 miles, moderate