GM Ringway Stage 5
Follows field paths, canal towpaths and quiet lanes through South Manchester's surprisingly green outer suburbs. Mostly flat with gentle undulations, covering 13km as part of the Greater Manchester Ringway's circular route. Not suitable for buggies due to stiles and narrow footpaths, though manageable for older children used to longer walks. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Worth doing for the contrast between urban edges and rural pockets, plus decent canal-side stretches that showcase how