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Didsto Survey

1XApril 2023 by Ian V

Route description

This pleasant route follows Sustrans Route 62 (part of the Trans Pennine Trail) for about 80 percent of the way, with very good signposting. There are no steps, and the surface is all solid - mostly tarmac or pavement, and some compacted aggregate. Much of the route is lit, and is, comparatively, less isolated. There are several access control barriers with both A frames and vertical wooden semi- obstacles, and there are a few points where the path is fairly steep for short distances. From Didsbury Village Metro Station go down the quiet side road, cross the rail tracks and follow the signs for Route 62. After about 1.75 km turn right, continuing to follow Route 62 down to the river. Follow Route 62 along the river. With Stockport viaduct in sight, at a large curved bench, keep left onto a narrow path between the motorway and buildings, leading to a wide ‘no through road’ (Heaton Lane). Cross this and take a right turn (King Street West). Take the first left around the corner of a large building (onto Chestergate), and then first right onto Viaduct Street along the side of the viaduct. Take the first left onto Daw Bank and then take the first right up Exchange Street. Turn right along the main road (the A6 - Wellington Road South), and then right again onto Station Road leading to Stockport Rail Station.

About the surveyor

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Survey Contents

Grading

Path surface grading

1 Grade 1: Entirely smooth and compacted surfaces.

Accessibility grading

X 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.

Photos

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Facilities

  • Not present at time of survey Public toilet
  • Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet
  • Not present at time of survey Supermarket
  • Not present at time of survey Restaurant
  • Not present at time of survey Vegan restaurant
  • Not present at time of survey Accommodation
  • Not present at time of survey Accommodation < £50
  • Not present at time of survey Campsite
  • Not present at time of survey Bothy
  • Not present at time of survey Free wifi
  • Not present at time of survey Public phone
  • Maybe present Mobile Phone Coverage
  • Not present at time of survey Train station
  • Present at time of survey Bench
  • Present at time of survey Picnic table
  • Not present at time of survey Bus stop
  • Not present at time of survey Ferry

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Challenges

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

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Obstacles

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

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Accessibility

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

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Measurements

The narrowest part of the path is 36.00cm

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 12.80%

The steepest uphill gradient walking West 18.80%

The steepest camber gradient across the path 0.02%

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Very clear

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Successfully completed

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

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Expert recommendations

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

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Terrain

18.00% of the route is on roads

88.00% of the route is paved

66.00% of the route is lit at night

There is no data on how muddy this route is

0.01% of the route is over rough ground

There is no data on long grass

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