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Length: 11.9mls | Av. time: 5.30hrs
Start: Bunsal Incline parking
At 12 miles, this is one of the longest walks in the series, and probably the most challenging if you’re not a keen walker. But the rewards include a rich variety of features and scenery.
Starting from Fernilee Reservoir, the walk passes Taxal Church and then Combs Reservoir to reach Combs (the Beehive pub is well worth a visit), before climbing up to the Iron Age fort of Castle Naze, with its wonderful panoramic views.
The track along Combs Edge is fairly narrow in places, and can get overgrown and muddy from late summer, so walking shoes or boots are recommended.
The return passes White Hall Centre before dropping back down to Fernilee Reservoir. (View details of Joe Brown’s orienteering challenge starting from White Hall.)
A detailed, step-by-step description and map of this walk are available to download for just £1.85. A walking app GPX file is also available at £1.50. Save on both for just £2.95. All proceeds help cover the hosting costs of this website.
