Activities at Marsden Moor Estate
Walking at Marsden Moor
Walk in our friendly group as you follow our guided walks including slow-paced Marsden Meanders and short walks exploring our heritage on the Hidden Histories tour. Alternatively download your own walk and discover it all for yourself.
Wessenden Valley walk
Take a linear walk up the Wessenden Valley. Stride out along the track to explore this beautiful valley and discover four reservoirs en route.
- Moderate
- 4 hours
- 8.0 miles (12.85km)
Turnpike and Tunnel walk on Marsden Moor
Wander across the moorland following the old Turnpike and explore the history of this landscape.
- Moderate
- 1 hour
- 2.5 miles (4.0km)
Standedge circuit walk
Discover valleys and reservoirs on this circular walk exploring the variety of landscapes of Marsden Moor.
- Challenging
- 5 hours
- 10.0 miles (16.05km)
Pule Hill walk
A circular walk that starts along the canal towpath before gently contouring around the sides of Pule Hill along its grassy banks.
- Moderate
- 2 hours 30 mins
- 4.5 miles (7.2km)
Marsden Moor heritage walk (orange route)
Uncover the past and find out more about the rich history of Marsden Moor on this bracing walk with magnificent open moorland views.
- Challenging
- 4 hours
- 10.0 miles (16.05km)
Marsden Moor autumn heritage trail
Climb up above the Wessenden Valley and enjoy views of the autumnal colours of the valley below.
- Moderate
- 3 hours
- 8.0 miles (12.85km)
Marsden Moor heritage walk (yellow route)
A circular walk on Marsden Moor where you can find out about its rich history, from the Neolithic man through to the Industrial Revolution.
- Moderate
- 4 hours 30 mins
- 8.0 miles (12.85km)
Easter Gate and March Haigh walk
A circular walk to Eastergate, a lovely picnic spot. Head up onto the moors for wonderful views across Marsden, and finally return through scenic fields.
- Moderate
- 2 hours 30 mins
- 3.0 miles (4.8km)
Activities at Marsden Moor
Walk and spot wildlife, cycle and take on our challenging cross country routes or discover treasure by geocaching.
Places to visit at Marsden Moor
From Buckstones to Eastergate and White Moss there's plenty to explore on a visit to our special place.