Tucked in between the northern industrial powerhouses of Bury and Ramsbottom, Burrs Country Park is a little gem of a place, in a region full of hidden treasures.
A few other lesser-known Lancashire sights on this outing include the Lumb Mill and Deep Vale Mill ruins secreted in the Cheesden Valley, as well as the Irwell Sculpture Trail and the Valley View Tea Pod with its cute little alpaca farm.
It might be a little early in the year, but if we're lucky we might also spot a few patches of bluebells in the woods.
A couple of smallish hills to contend with on this one. Nothing too taxing for your average Marauder.
There's a café with toilets at the start point, and a pub at the end for refreshments.
Meeting point
9:45 am outside The Lamppost café in Burrs County Park.
The café opens at 9am so arrive early if you want a cuppa before the walk.
Parking
It's free parking at Burrs Country Park.
Public Transport
The number 477 Bee Network bus (towards Ramsbottom) stops at Crow Woods/March Drive near the park.
Dogs
Well behaved dogs are welcome on the hike and in the pub afterwards.
What to bring
Please bring a packed lunch, water and appropriate clothing/footwear for the weather.
DISCLAIMER**
• All Macclesfield Marauder walks are free of charge. You only need to organise your own travel, food and drink expenses.
• It's your own responsibility to remain safe outdoors. This group does not employ professional organisers nor first aiders.
• Walks are usually between 10 and 15 miles and vary in difficulty, with a good level of hiking experience required for the harder walks.
• We usually stop for a packed lunch and pop in to a country pub for a post or mid-hike drink.
• If you're on the waitlist, please wait to be moved to the going list before attending the event. But note, a lot of people tend to drop off the night before an event, so if you're near the top of the waitlist then it's likely you'll be automatically moved onto th
Tucked in between the northern industrial powerhouses of Bury and Ramsbottom, Burrs Country Park is a little gem of a place, in a region full of hidden treasures. A few other lesser-known Lancashire sights on this outing include the Lumb Mill and Deep Vale Mill ruins secreted in the Cheesden Valley, as well as the Irwell Sculpture Trail and the Valley View Tea Pod with its cute little alpaca farm. It might be a little early in the year, but if we're lucky we might also spot a few patches of bluebells in the woods. A couple of smallish hills to contend with on this one. Nothing too taxing for your average Marauder. There's a café with toilets at the start point, and a pub at the end for refreshments. Meeting point 9:45 am outside The Lamppost café in Burrs County Park. The café opens at 9am so arrive early if you want a cuppa before the walk. Parking It's free parking at Burrs Country Park. Public Transport The number 477 Bee Network bus (towards Ramsbottom) stops at Crow Woods/March Drive near the park. Dogs Well behaved dogs are welcome on the hike and in the pub afterwards. What to bring Please bring a packed lunch, water and appropriate clothing/footwear for the weather. DISCLAIMER** • All Macclesfield Marauder walks are free of charge. You only need to organise your own travel, food and drink expenses. • It's your own responsibility to remain safe outdoors. This group does not employ professional organisers nor first aiders. • Walks are usually between 10 and 15 miles and vary in difficulty, with a good level of hiking experience required for the harder walks. • We usually stop for a packed lunch and pop in to a country pub for a post or mid-hike drink. • If you're on the waitlist, please wait to be moved to the going list before attending the event. But note, a lot of people tend to drop off the night before an event, so if you're near the top of the waitlist then it's likely you'll be automatically moved onto th
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