Werneth Low, Greater Manchester – First Group

Event Details

  • Start Date Saturday, 10th of October 2020
  • End Date Saturday, 10th of October 2020
  • Start/End Time 11:00 - 16:30
  • Near Stockport, Greater Manchester
  • Categories
  • Groups
  • Approx Distance 8 Miles
  • TerrainMainly good paths, some farmland with livestock and horses, total ascent is 1111 ft. Farmland paths can be muddy hence boots are essential.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE WILL BE 2 SEPARATE GROUPS FOR THIS WALK WITH DIFFERENT LEADERS. ONLY BOOK ON ONE WALK! AND NOTE THAT EACH GROUP HAS A DIFFERENT START TIME.

A moderate circular 8 mile walk, exploring Werneth Low, a hill on the edge of the Pennines offering panoramic views across Greater Manchester and beyond in clear weather. Remains dating back to the Bronze Age and Roman Occupation have been found.

From our starting point we ascend through Greave to reach the top of Werneth Low. Passing near Hangingbank, the site of some archaeological discoveries, we reach the War Memorial, a lasting monument to the 710 men of Hyde that perished in World War 1.

After stopping at Windy Harbour vantage point, the site of anti-aircraft gun positions during World War 2, we follow a scenic path near Werneth Low Golf Course and then descend through Mortin Clough into Etherow Country Park, one of England's first country parks.

On leaving the Park we walk alongside the River Etherow and then climb through Redbrow Wood before traversing farmland and paths across Romiley Golf Course.

Equipment:  walking boots, waterproof jacket and trousers, sun hat, suncream. Trekking pole(s) recommended if normally used.

Dogs: It is essential that dogs are kept on a short lead in the vicinity of livestock and in Etherow Country Park. The owner is responsible for performing any lifting that may be required over stiles.

Websites of interest:
Werneth Low through the Ages
The Ancient History of Werneth Low
Werneth Low & Hanging Bank
The Roman Road from Manchester to Melandra Castle

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