Best walks from Mossley

Stalybridge Station to Mossley Station

very rewarding views. A short but varied route with a bracing climb, a mix of farm track and road, a short rocky path almost like climbing stairs and then a gradual descent through residential outskirts. There are steep sections and two stiles in poor condition; large parts would be muddy after rain.

Tough: steep ascents. 4km.

A section of road has no footpath; be mindful of cars from both directions. Cows may be present in the pasture, so keep dogs under control. The narrow rocky path is steep. Can be muddy.

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Ashton-under-Lyne Station to Mossley Station

the views down into Mossley were lovely. A walk of two halves: the first uses green spaces between large housing estates, not very scenic and with some litter; the second, through Knott Hill nature reserve, is lovely, with trees, water channels, a golf course and open countryside beneath Hartshead Pike. Field paths can be wet and muddy, the descent into Mossley is steep and slippery and can be overgrown in summer. There are kissing gates and an unusual stile and sunken walled path. Knott Hill Nature Reserve and reservoir is a highlight.

Tough: steep ascents. 5km.

Field paths can be wet and muddy, and the steep descent into Mossley is slippery and can be overgrown in summer. Navigation around the golf course is tricky as paths on the ground do not match the map; keep to the south-east of the stream.

Lunch stop: the Hartshead Inn.

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Mossley Station to Glossop Station

Tough: steep ascents. 12km.

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Mossley Station to Greenfield Station

Canal towpath and flat and easy-going. Part of the Tame Valley Way.

Easy: 4km, moderate ascents. 1h.

Can be very muddy or boggy.

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