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There are several versions of the Three Towers walk and purists will always stick to quite a long circular route of around 35 to 40 miles.

However, due to the sheer number of participants that we expect on the day, it has been decided to stick to a linear 40km / 25 mile route that will start in Ramsbottom and finish in Horwich. Ok, this is not the fullest way of doing the Three Towers, but it is more than enough distance to cover with a group the size of what is expected.

Overall, the full 40km walk is suitable for anybody with a good level of hill fitness and stamina who can handle a consistent pace of 5km/h, or 3 MPH. All information is available below but, please, if you are not a fast or experienced walker, for your own wellbeing and everybody else's, book your space sensibly.

The 28km starting at the Strawbury Duck is still a very challenging walk for most people. Walkers with a more moderate level of fitness might prefer the 17km stretch from Tockholes. After those who might be used to short walks really should consider Stage 4 only.

The walk is open to the public, meaning that anybody is welcome to come along.
ANY PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RESPONSIBLE PARENT OR GUARDIAN.

Participants MUST dress appropriately for the weather and please do listen to advice given by
experienced walkers who will be helping to manage the group.

A full kit list has been detailed on the booking page.
 

FULL WALK STAGES 1 - 4.
Scottie's Cafe, Ramsbottom to Blackedge Brewery, Horwich. FAST/AVERAGE PACE group leaving 09:00.
Total distance - 40km/25 miles with 805m ascent.
Expected completion times - AVERAGE PACE 10 - 12.5 hours.

As we are leaving Scottie's Cafe at 09:00 sharp, the full version of the walk will mean arriving at Blackedge Brewery any time between 17:00 and 21:30.

STAGES 2 - 4.
Strawbury Duck, Edgworth to Blackedge Brewery.
Additional AVERAGE PACE group leaving 11:30.
Total distance - 28km/17.5 miles with 455m ascent.
Expected completion time from here at AVERAGE PACE, 8 - 9 hours.

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STAGES 3 - 4.
The Royal, Tockholes to Blackedge Brewery.
Additional SLOWER PACE group leaving 12:00.
Total distance - 17km/10.5 miles with 235m ascent.
Expected completion time at SLOWER PACE, 6.5 - 8 hours.


STAGE 4 ONLY. 
The Black Dog, Belmont to Blackedge Brewery..
Additional SLOWER PACE group leaving 15:00.
Total distance - 9.5km/6 miles with 125m ascent.
Expected completion time from here at SLOWER PACE, 3.5 - 4 hours.


Expected arrival times at Blackedge Brewery for ALL groups of walkers is 17:00 - 21:30

Please note - above times and details are subject to change depending on popularity of bookings on certain legs.

Also bear in mind that I have calculated the route duration based on average speeds of clients that I am used to taking out.
The 40km walk is unlikely to be done in a quicker time than 10 hours.
Some sections may take longer than expected depending on individual fitness, energy and experience.

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​Sponsorship is going to be managed online where people will be able to make donations securely. Some folk may wish to make cash contributions which will be gratefully accepted. Everything to do with funds raised will be operated entirely transparently.

The charities that have been chosen to benefit from this walk all carry out essential work in our local area.
A number of us in the outdoor community have wanted to put this together for some time as a means of
"giving back" something to these worthy organisations who work tirelessly to maintain
and improve our local countryside and make sure that we are safe while out enjoying ourselves.

Hopefully we will be able to raise a sizeable amount to help these three charities to operate.
More information will be available very soon but please feel free to email
moorstomountains@gmail.com if you have any enquiries or would like to be involved.

This is a voluntarily organised peer-to-peer community event in aid of Bolton Mountain Rescue, Rivington Heritage Trust and Smithills Woodland Trust. In booking a ticket, participant/s acknowledge that the activity is NOT a regular Moors to Mountains professionally guided walk and is part of a free community event. This dictates that the activity is being voluntarily organised and operated in a peer to peer setting. No money will exchange hands for professional services. Adults are responsible for their own safety and that of any persons under eighteen in their care. The organisers, being Moors to Mountains and individuals from Bolton Walking and outdoors Appreciation Society cannot accept liability for any accidents or mishaps that may take place during the activity.

ANY PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RESPONSIBLE PARENT OR GUARDIAN.

 

Upon booking a space, please don't overlook these basic Footwear, Clothing and Equipment Requirements.

It is imperative to wear clothing that is suitable for both the terrain and the time of year. Weather conditions can change very quicky while out and about in the hills. All participants must wear sturdy footwear, approved for use for the booked activity. Advice can be found from any reputable outdoor clothing retailer, and I am personally happy to give guidance prior to the activity. Please make sure you have used all items of footwear, clothing or equipment for a similar activity previously

 

Unless advised otherwise, participants should have on their person (other than approved footwear):

  • Rucksack suitable for the activity. Minimum 15 litres.

  • Waterproof coat, and trousers if possible.

  • Mid layer, such as a fleece or gillet (synthetic or hydrophobic down).

  • Appropriate walking trousers, leggings or shorts. NOT jeans.

  • Suitable base layers and walking socks. Synthetic materials and Merino wool work best by wicking away sweat.

  • Hat and gloves, stowed away in your pack if it is not perceivably cold at the start of the walk.

  • IN SUMMER – cap or other sun hat, sunglasses and sun cream!

  • Lunch and adequate food provisions..

  • At least one litre of water.

  • Personal medication, accessible and labelled with dosage information where necessary

  • Headtorch, fully charged or with spare batteries.

  • Mobile telephone fully charged.​


JEANS ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR HILL WALKING. They can chafe and become very uncomfortable when wet.

 

ALSO RECOMMENDED - walking poles, snood/buff, midge repellent, leg gaiters.

 

Once a place has been booked on this walk...

I will personally contact each participant by email with any relevant information. There will also be a link to a

Participation Consent Form that should be completed in good time before any activity takes place.

This will include a disclaimer and ask for permission to take photos. 

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