Langsett WW2 target winches – Bradfield and Stocksbridge Walkers

Length – 3.0 miles

Walk Description

This walk is an extension of our walk around Langsett Reservoir. Initially sheltered by trees, you progress onto moorland, passing the remains of two World War Two (WW2) target winch houses before returning to the start point.

Information

Grade – Mostly well-defined paths. Some rough ground and rocky footing. Steady climbs, plus one steep descent and ascent. Parts can be muddy and slippy in wet weather
Start – This extension walk starts at the southern-most point of Langsett Reservoir, on Thickwoods Lane. If you only wish to walk the extension, start at the junction of Back Lane and Low Moor Lane to the west of Upper Midhope (see map and (6) on walk M3)
Maps – OL1 Dark Peak, OS Explorer 278/288

Stocksbridge Walkers are Welcome walks can be found as recommended routes on the OS Maps App for mobile phones , tablets and pc.

Langsett WW2 winch walk instructions

Download the gpx file – right click here and select save link as

Map of the walk

Mobile Phone Coverage – Mobile phone signal coverage is mostly good in this area. Intermittent signals can be received on higher ground.

Ordnance Survey map OL1 Dark Peak is recommended for all the routes on this web site.

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