GM Ringway 6 Strines To Marple 2024

Stage 6 of the GM Ringway, Greater Manchester's long-distance walking route, includes a fantastic mix of varied scenery.

Highlights include:
- The hamlet of Brook Bottom with its traditional country pub
- An exploration of Mellor Moor, a high plateau with stunning Peak District views
- Mellor village, with its Iron Age archeological site and church with the oldest wooden pulpit in England
- The 'Roman Lakes', a Victorian beauty spot
- The famous flight of locks at Marple.

There are two fairly steep ascents, notably the final part of the ascent to Mellor Moor, and the climb, largely up steps, after crossing the 'Roman Bridge' across the River Goyt. Apart from that, most paths are level or downhill. Mud and puddles are likely on certain sections.