Grading of Walks

New Grading of Walks

Rochdale Ramblers has adopted a revised way of grading the walks which feature on the twice yearly Walks Programmes.

We hope this will give members a more accurate description of each walk helping them to decide the walks they would like to do.

Grades are specifically related to the terrain within a 15 mile radius of Rochdale and are listed below.

If you have any queries about any aspects of the walk please contact the walk leader well before the start of the walk.

Easy

low level.

well defined paths and bridleways including some road walking.

less than 500 feet of ascent.

stiles and gates in good condition.

reasonable level of fitness required.

an overall pace of 2 miles per hour including stops.

up to 5miles in distance..

Moderate

will go over several hills.

well defined paths and sheep tracks on higher ground.

possibility of encountering muddy underfoot conditions and peat bogs.

1500 feet maximum ascent.

reasonable level of fitness required.

an overall pace of 2 miles per hour including stops.

up to 10 miles in distance.

Strenuous

likely to go over several hill tops.

parts of the walk will be off the beaten track.

over 1500 feet of ascent.

requires a good level of fitness.

an overall pace of 2.5 miles per hour including stops.

10 miles plus in distance.

Rochdale Ramblers