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Guided Walk: Colne Valley Circular and Merrydale

Take this intermediate-level circular walk and combine great views with great exercise

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Explore the Colne Valley and Merrydale Clough above Slaithwaite, with great views of both sides of the valley. Distance: 8 miles I Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

This walk is not suitable for children.

Meeting point

Meet at the National Trust offices: The Old Goods Yard Station Road, Huddersfield HD7 6DH

What to bring and wear

Suitable seasonal wear plus walking boots or wellies.

Accessibility

Please note there is some off-path walking, and some steep hills.

Other

Dogs on leads welcome.

Contact info

Marsden Moor Estate Office

Upcoming events

Event

Explorers walk: Moorland birds trail 

Bring your binoculars along on this walk for a chance to see the special birds who call the moorland home

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on
5 May 2024
at
10:30 to 13:00
Event

Guided Walk: Doggy Rangers 

Did you know dogs can be Rangers too? Come with your furry friends and learn how they can help the moorland

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on
11 May 2024
at
10:30 to 13:30
Event

"Rock Sandwiches": a Bite Through Marsden's Geology 

Join our geology expert to learn about the geology of the Marsden area

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on
18 May 2024
at
09:30 to 14:30
Event

Guided Walk: "Marsden Poetry Trail" 

Immerse yourself in the poetic landscape of the moor, and hear some of the poems it has inspired

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on
25 May 2024
at
10:30 to 15:30