About this Event
Lantern Pike & Mellor Cross – 10 miles
Join Finding The Fells for a run in the hills north of New Mills, taking in the Sett Valley Trail and with (weather permitting) panormaic views over the moors at Lantern Pike and views cross Manchester at Mellor Cross. A great route for those new to running on trails or just wanting to explore somewhere new with the security of a liscenced run leader.
Ideal for: any runners capable of running the full distance (this event isn't aimed at beginner runners). Pace will be sociable with plenty of pausing to admire the views. Newcomers to trail running are more than welcome.
Distance & Elevation: 10 miles /1,300ft
Terrain: Hard packed natural surfaces, some tarmac, grass/mud, gravel tracks.
Required kit: off road/grippy running shoes essential, along with buff, waterproof jacket, snacks, water and any personal meds and running pack. Extra long sleeve layer and hat/gloves advised. See https://findingthefells.co.uk/requirements-equipment/ for more details.
Route description:
Starting from station road in New Mills, we'll set out along the Millenium Walkway and under Union Road to join the Sett Valley Trail which we'll follow for approximately 3km when we join the Pennine Bridleway up to Lantern Pike and enjoy the views towards Kinder Scout. From Lantern Pike we'll head towards Bullshaw Farm before heading West to the village of Rowarth before turning south towards Broadhust Edge woods. From there we'll continue west to Mellor Cross for panoramic views over Manchester and beyond. We then have a 2 mile downhill finish back into New Mills.
Meeting at 8:45am.
Meeting at the bus layby at the north end of Union Road (by the mini roundabout). What 3 Words location: ///stubbed.hazel.buzz
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
SK22 3EB, Hague Bar Road, New Mills, United Kingdom
GBP 12.08
