Sunday Walk: Marple's Peak Forest Canal and River Goyt
Overview
This is a varied walk which takes us along the Peak Forest Canal, through woods up to the outskirts of New Mills and along the river Goyt, with some fabulous views along the way. It is mainly on good paths and quiet lanes, but there are a number of hills and steps along the way.
Location & Itinerary
Grade 4: 6.7 Miles - please refer to the walk grading information within the website FAQs HERE which also gives you a list of recommended items to bring with you.
Directions: Leave the M60 at Junc 27. At Portwood roundabout take the exit on to the A6199/A626 St Mary's Way. After 0.7 miles bear left on the Hall Street A626 and continue on the A626 for 3.8 Miles, you will have passed Rose Hill Station Marple Look out for the Petrol Station at the lights where you turn right in to Church Lane. Continue on Church Lane for 0.8 Miles (crossing a roundabout) continue on to Ridge Road which changes to The Ridge after 0.2Miles. Continue up the Ridge passing the Methodist church for 0.5 Miles and the entrance to the car park is on the left.
There is currently no charge for the car park.
For the exact location of the car park please use the what3words link below: https://w3w.co/encroach.coining.dabbing
Marple Ridge Quarry Car Park, Ridge Fold. Lat/Lng 53.3772,-2.05467
Grid reference: SJ965867
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