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Nice and easy walk.
Healey Dell is a beauty spot and wildlife sanctuary rich in industrial archaeology, two miles from Rochdale town centre on the way to Whitworth and Bacup. The River Spodden has carved its way through the woodlands through thousands of years, creating delightful scenery and spectacular waterfalls which once powered ancient corn, wool and cotton mills. A disused 1800s railway line is now a nature trail with magnificent views from a 100-foot high viaduct.
http://www.healeydell.org.uk/index.html
Key Features of the Nature reserve can be viewed here
http://www.healeydell.org.uk/display_subcategory.php?CatID=1,3,4,11&SubcatID=4
After we have walked around the various trails of the nature reserve we will head for the Tea Room in the Heritage Centre for some refreshments (payable by you). Note if you wish to book afternoon tea we will need to do this 24 hours in advance, there are other items available on the menu here
http://www.healeydellheritagecentre.org.uk/tearooms.html
Kit list: waterproof jacket and trousers, warm layers just in case, walking trousers, walking boots, sunglasses, suncream, packed lunch, water
Regular walking can...
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fill you with energy and confidence
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help you beat stress
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make your heart fitter and strengthen your bones
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help you keep your weight down
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