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Guided Walk: See the Heather Blooming

Join us on a walk to enjoy the sights and sounds of the moorland in summer.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

By now the heather should be in full bloom, so join us to enjoy the purple-tinged moorland. This comfortably paced walk will involve some uphill stretches taken at a speed to suit everyone in the group. Boots recommended.

This walk is 5 miles and will take approx. 3 hours.

Times

The basics

Suitability

Children who are comfortable with the distance are welcome.

Meeting point

Meet at the Marsden offices (Information Room The Old Goods Yard Station Road, Huddersfield HD7 6DH)

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable clothing for the changeable weather in Marsden and sturdy footwear. Bring plenty to drink and snacks.

Accessibility

No off-path walking.

Other

Dogs on leads are welcome. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time of the walk so we can cover relevant safety information. Suggested donation of £3 which goes towards running these walks and restoring the moorland.

Contact info

Marsden Moor Estate Office

Upcoming events

Guided walk: Heritage Trail North 

Explore the stunning landscape of the moorland with a historical eye

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on
14 Jun 2026
at 10:30 to 16:00

Guided walk: Morning Madness 

Join us at Silly O'Clock to watch the sun come up over the moorland

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on
20 Jun 2026
at 03:00 to 08:30

Guided walk: Summer Solstice Sunset 

Beautiful sunset views on the longest day of the year

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on
21 Jun 2026
at 19:00 to 22:00

Summer Evening Stroll 

Take a gorgeous summer evening wander around the hills and fields of Marsden

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on
1 Jul 2026
at 18:30 to 21:00