Best walks from Stalybridge

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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Stalybridge Station to Glossop Station

Some great views. Begins with a steep slog out of Stalybridge on pavement then a steeper restricted byway, rewarded with hill views. From there it alternates between paved sections, farm tracks and narrow paths that may be muddy or rocky and with some steep sections and an A-road pavement stretch. One path can run with surface water after heavy rain.

Tough: steep ascents. 10km.

You may share tracks with slow-moving cars and ridden horses. After heavy rain one path section can become a shallow stream.

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Ashton-under-Lyne Station to Stalybridge Station

A short route mainly on quiet residential streets with a pleasant section through the edge of a park. Easy pavement walking and except on Currier Lane where there are cobblestones. An off-road alternative uses the Ashton Canal towpath.

Easy: 2km, moderate ascents.

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Hyde Central Station to Stalybridge Station

A largely suburban route with a lot of pavement, lifted by city parks and a section past Hough Hill with broad views in winter. The middle includes a muddy slope through woods and a stoned dirt track that can flood; surfaces are tarmac pavement, park pathways and muddy woods and reinforced dirt track. The suburban sections and parks are suitable for wheels.

Tough: steep ascents. 6km.

The middle section can be very muddy, with fallen trees in the woods south of Cheetham Park and a dirt track that floods after wet weather.

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