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Guided walk: Heritage Trail South

From the Luddites to reservoirs and mills, discover more of Marsden history

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Learn about the mills and the Luddites and the building of the 4 reservoirs in the Wessenden valley. We join the 2nd turnpike then cross Wessenden Moor, crossing streams and use moorland paths before a steep climb upto the catch and down Wessenden valley with magnificent views on a clear day.

This was is approx 7.5 miles and will take around 4 hours.

Dogs on leads are welcome.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 01484 847016

Suitability

Children accompanied by adults are welcome on this walk

Meeting point

Meet at Marsden Moor Office, HD7 6DH

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear

Accessibility

Steep paths and uneven terrain

Other

Children are welcome on this guided walk as long as they are capable of walking 7.5 miles. This walk is free to join, but a £3 donation given to the walk leader on the day would be welcome.

Contact info

Marsden Moor Estate Office

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