COMMUNITY groups are once again being invited to apply for grants to help local people get moving. Last year, more than 1,700 people started walking…
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Saddleworth stretch of the Pennine Way to be improved
A POPULAR Saddleworth walking route is to be improved after almost £50,000 wort of funding was secured. Almost one kilometre of the Pennine Way from…
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Weather doesn’t dampen spirits of HPP walkers and golfers supporting Mahdlo
CHARITY begins at work in the case of Hill’s Panel Products (HPP), where staff have been pulling out all the stops in support of Mahdlo…
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Why not walk the Oldham Way this Easter
More than 40 miles of countryside to explore Broken down into seven manageable sections – or one epic challenge Full details now on the Oldham…
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Dove Stone partnership offers advice to visitors ahead of Easter holidays
AHEAD of the Easter holidays, the Dove Stone partnership is reminding visitors to the reservoir about a car park closure and the need to be…
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Saddleworth campaigner helping breast cancer patients walk towards happiness
A SADDLEWORTH breast cancer campaigner hopes to get fellow patients walking towards the best life possible with a new group. Jo Taylor, of Diggle, secured…
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Three is magic number for Mike after completing Mahdlo moorland challenge
A GREENFIELD man is enjoying a well-earned rest after completing the grueling Saddleworth 3 Peaks charity trek at the age of 76. Mike Keighrey, who…
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Dave’s latest charity trek goes down a Storm
THE Iceman walketh again! Nearly two years after a mammoth charity effort, Dave Fairbrother has completed a second epic challenge to raise money for another…
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Sarah tackles Trials for Tehyah
A DETERMINED fundraiser is going the extra mile – in fact nearly 1,000 miles – to raise money to help a special little girl and…
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Trinnacle is hiking hotspot but beware the danger
A MOORLAND rock formation has been named as a top destination for walkers, matching stunning locations in the Lake District, Scotland and Wales. But the…
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Unlocked – public footpath now free of restrictions
A WELL used public footpath in Greenfield is finally fully re-open after pressure from local councillors and Oldham’s Public Rights of Way officer. The path…
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Exploring the Peak District National Park
By Chris Maylor, Saddleworth Discovery Walks THE Dark Peak covers the northern and easterly regions of the Peak District National Park. Consisting of vast swathes…
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Francis House invites you on a New Year Winter Wander
FRANCIS House Children’s Hospice is inviting walkers of all ages to step up this January and take part in a New Year Winter Wander around…
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Keep off the grass! New Dovestone fence to protect reservoir embankment
WORK is underway on a new feature at Dovestone Reservoir that might not meet with universal approval with all visitors. However, landowners United Utilities say…
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Walking back to happiness – golden times for Pedestrians
SADDLEWORTH Pedestrians’ Walking Club celebrated their 50th Anniversary last year – or that was the plan until Covid-19 locked down the country. But as with…
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Hill top cross memorial to MP shooting tragedy
MANY people will have visited Chew Valley, Greenfield and seen on the horizon a solitary cross. Plenty also will have walked up to the skyline…
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New coffee box serves up treats in Castleshaw
A WALK around Castleshaw can be thirsty work – so a new coffee van in the area could be just the thing you need. Cavallo…
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Summer in Saddleworth by John Kirkbride
JOHN Kirkbride takes a look at Saddleworth in summer as we aim to follow the roadmap out of lockdown For months, the Old Original at…
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Friends’ charity walk raises more than £2,500 for Alzheimer’s Society
THREE pals put their best feet forward for a 51-mile charity walk and raised more than £2,500 for the Alzheimer’s Society. James Brereton, a chef…
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Visitors urged to adopt new Countryside Code
A NEW, refreshed Countryside Code has been launched to coincide with the 70th anniversary of the creation of the founding booklet. With more people enjoying…
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Step out over Three Peaks in aid of Mahdlo Youth Zone
LOCALS are invited to put their best foot forward as the ‘Three Peaks of Saddleworth’ walk returns in aid of Mahdlo Youth Zone on Saturday,…
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Podcast putting One Foot In Front Of The Other
NEW podcast series One Foot In Front of the Other explores health and wellbeing through the lens of walking. Walking has been a coping strategy for many…
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Three generations step out for Dr Kershaw’s Virtual Hospice Walk
THREE generations of one family aged from 18 to 80 are stepping out together for one cause this summer. Dr Kershaw’s volunteer Margaret Wright, from…
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Gareth walking with a Spring in his step
GARETH Coombe can certainly not be accused of putting his feet up and taking it easy as Springhead AFC negotiate the football season. He would…
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True Grit Peak practice makes perfect for climber Graham
CHEW Valley and Dovestone have never been as popular as day trip destination for thousands of visitors. The scenic area holds different attractions for different…
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‘WAGs’ walk 23 million steps virtually around globe in aid of The Christie
A DEDICATED group of women have walked 23 million steps on a virtual trip around the world to raise £4,194.25 for The Christie. The walking…
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Pearson staff March over one million steps for Maggie’s
IT only took days 11 for 11 Pearson staff taking part in the March Maggie’s step challenge to clock up more than 1,500,000 steps for…
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Exploring the Castleshaw Valley by Chris Maylor
WITH the current restrictions in place, people are looking for interesting, local walking routes to help maintain their health and well-being. Over the coming months…
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Francis House plans New Year Winter Wander
FRANCIS House Children’s Hospice is inviting outdoor enthusiasts to put their best foot forward in 2021 and take part in a New Year Winter Wander. The hospice…
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You’ll never walk alone with Ken and the Ramblers
DOBCROSS resident Ken Smith is an avid walker and has the videos to prove it. He is also the new footpath clearance secretary for Oldham…
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Saddleworth WI tackle 11/11 challenge to raise RBL funds
SADDLEWORTH WI rose to the challenge to help the Royal British Legion after their fundraising was hampered by Covid-19 restrictions. Numerous members took part in…
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Step up your mental health with walking therapy at Chrysalis
A PSYCHOTHERAPIST is encouraging locals to put their best foot forward and join her for new walking therapy sessions to improve mental and physical well-being.…
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Step out for GM Walking Festival to help walk 25,000 miles ‘around the world’
PEOPLE are being invited to step out for the very first virtual Greater Manchester Walking Festival this October and help reach 25,000 miles ‘around the…
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Letter: Cycling – let’s build on the boom!
A letter to the Editor by Oldham & Saddleworth Green Party THE Covid-19 lockdown has had a major impact on cycling in the UK. With…
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