Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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Start point

Train Station

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3.01 km

Hollywoodend Farm

a lovely walk less than half a mile from Marple Bridge. On good paths and tracks with something to please the eye at every turn.

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5.97 km

Ernocroft Wood

Ernocroft Wood is on the hill to the east of the River Etherow and the Etherow Country Park.

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6.44 km

Weir Waterfall, Etherow Country Park

Great for families, but not great for a real hiking, too many flat roads and paths

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7.64 km

Etherow Country Park Lake and Weir

One of the UK’s first country parks, Etherow was founded in 1968. It was originated as the Andrews Estate in the 1820s and included a mine, a mill and a …

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9.26 km

Marple Locks

A flight of 16 locks, one of the steepest in the country.

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10.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.46 km

1.75 km

1.68 km

1.27 km

690 m

468 m

Surfaces

3.82 km

2.59 km

1.61 km

1.26 km

1.03 km

Elevation

Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Mill Brow, Etherow Country Park & the Peak Forest Canal loop from Marple — Manchester

Hollywoodend Farm

Ernocroft Wood

Weir Waterfall, Etherow Country Park

Etherow Country Park Lake and Weir

Marple Locks

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