The River Irlam to the Peel Monument and a Roman Road
A lovely stretch of the Greater Manchester Ringway but why so few photos?
Most of the 12 miles are walking along the River Irlam or climbing - some would say unnecessarily - to the Peel Tower, Ramsbottom. I knew I was going up there, but after such a lengthy climb, I am surprised the high ground was not kept for longer.
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| Pretty Irlam - fine walking, monotonous photos |
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| Peel Tower - in praise of an C19th Rozzer and Prime Minister - A son of Bury |
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| Views across to the Manchester Skyline |
From the tower, it's a down and up to the remarkable Affetside. Now a tiny hamlet of a handful of cottages but strategically placed on an arrow straight Roman Road, Wailing Street. A medieval cross and a pub, which can't really expect us to believe that it dates from 1442. They proudly write the date on exterior wall but are far more coy about it being in the Good Beer Guide.
Having visited a JW Lees and a Holts in Bury yesterday, I get to complete the set. Hydes have the best beer of the three. The Quattro a very decent special bitter.
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| Proudly Emblazoned "Since 1442" |
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| And very specific instructions on how to enjoy yourself |
Jumbles Reservoir leads to the walk's terminus - Bromley Cross. The 3 p.m. train meant I can fight for a seat against the school kid hordes.
Walk Information
Start - Bury
Finish - Bromley Cross
Previous Stages - Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3, Stage 4, Stage 5, Stage 6, Stage 7, Stage 8, Stage 9, Stage 10, Stage 11, Stage 12
Distance - 11.5 Miles
Geocaches - 5
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