GM Ringway Stage 6 - Strines – Marple 11:30am

Overview

This is one of the 20 stages of the GM Ringway – the new walking trail for Greater Manchester.GM Ringway Stage 6 (Strines – Marple) includes a fantastic mix of canalside, moorland and valley scenery with stunning Peak District views.There are two main ascents, notably the climb onto Mellor Moor, and the ascent, largely up steps, after crossing the ‘Roman Bridge’ across the River Goyt. Apart from that, most paths are level or downhill. Mud and puddles are likely on certain sections.Note that parts of the trail may be damp, muddy and slippery at any time of year and especially after periods of wet weather. Please bear this in mind when planning your trip.

Map and directions This walk is available on the user-friendly Go Jauntly walking app. Here, photographs and written directions will enable you to follow the route on your phone. You can also download a printable PDF of the directions from the same link.Alternatively, you can follow the route (without written directions) on the mobile-friendly Plotaroute app. To use Plotaroute on your phone’s browser, simply click the map. Then, when you’re ready to start walking, click the tracker icon (bottom right) to show your position as you follow the route.We recommend carrying an additional power source and/or map when following online routes on your phone. For any challenging routes, we would recommend that you also have access to and know how to read an Ordnance Survey map.

Begin your walk at Strines railway station on the Manchester-Sheffield line. Buses to and from Stockport run from Strines Road nearby

GO JAUNTLY APP & PDF LINK

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