Ashton-under-Lyne — Stalybridge

Ashsta two
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By RGW on 02 Jul 2023

Distance

4km/2mi

Ascent

34m

Descent

26m

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Description

Alternative route using the canal towpath

Alternative route using the canal towpath

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This route has been reviewed by 3 people.

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Route status - Live

Reviews - 3

Average rating -

Is this route good enough? -  Yes (3)

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Grade 2: Mostly smooth and compacted surfaces, but there may be some loose gravel, muddy patches or cobbles.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.		 Grading is based on average scores by surveyors. This slow way has 1 surveys.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Public toilet (0)
Wheelchair accessible toilet (0)
Supermarket (0)
Restaurant (0)
Vegan restaurant (0)
Accommodation (0)
Accommodation < £50 (0)
Campsite (0)
Bothy (0)
Free wifi (0)
Public phone (0)
Mobile phone coverage (0)
Train station (0)
Bench (0)
Picnic table (0)
Bus stop (0)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Present at time of survey Very slippery (1)
Not present at time of survey Very muddy (1)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Not present at time of survey Likely to flood (1)
Not present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Not present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Not present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Not present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Not present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Not present at time of survey Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 85.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 21.0% (1)

The steepest uphill gradient West: no data

The steepest camber: no data

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Clear (1)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

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There is no data on how much of this route is on roads

There is no data on how much of this route is lit at night

Thereis no data on amount of route paved

There is no data on muddiness

There is no data on rough ground

There is no data on long grass

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1 surveys

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2X February 2024 by Mary Oz
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Start and end points

Ashton-under-Lyne
Grid Ref SJ9383499383
Lat / Lon 53.49113° / -2.09440°
Easting / Northing 393,834E / 399,383N
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Stalybridge
Grid Ref SJ9588798634
Lat / Lon 53.48442° / -2.06345°
Easting / Northing 395,887E / 398,634N
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reviews

DerbyshireBBguide

07 Mar 2024 Winter
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Liked the Banksy-style wallart on a former mill building at the start. The walk - mainly along the canal towpath - was a good alternative to walking along roads. It was however a run down part of the canal with an air of dereliction. Some access issues so probably not easy for wheelchairs/pushchairs. Start is only 5 mins walk from the station so that was good. Not sure how to comment about ‘safety ‘ - it would not be my choice of route after dark.

RGW

02 Mar 2024 Winter
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Pleasant canal walk between Ashton and Stalybridge. The towpath is not as accessible as some - narrow in places (particularly under bridges) and some steps. Access to the towpath from the B6170 at the Ashton end can be easily missed.

Mary Oz

20 Feb 2024 Winter
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Hey RGW! You should post a review! I can see that you’ve walked this as you have uploaded photos of it. It is fine, and encouraged, to review your own routes, and you’ll be able to get this one a snail, when my friend has also reviewed it!
We walked this on a dull day towards the end of a wet winter, and although there were some puddles, it was not muddy. Although this section of canal mainly passed through an industrial area, there was lots of interest. We saw some great street art, including one by Mr Eggs (Tameside’s own Banksy), and lovely old tiled pubs, as well as Ashton’s excellent market. There were also some small tunnels and an aqueduct.
Annoyingly, some parts of the towpath were accessed by shallow steps, which I guess would cause significant difficulties for wheelchairs and mobility scooters, although people with buggies would probably be okay. There was also a ramp which was a bit slippery from moss and rainwater.
A nice, largely off-road alternative route.

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Distance

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Ascent

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Descent

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