Woodland Walks and Events in May on the GM Ringway
Hello, and welcome to spring, with the April showers breaking up the long days.
With the days staying lighter later, I am sure we are excited to pull on our shoes or boots to get out for more walks. And what a great time to get out too. The snowdrops, bluebells and then wild garlic will be getting ready for a big show in the woodlands on the GM Ringway. There is no better time to plan your weekend walks.
In other news, we have been working towards getting some guided walks ready for National Walking Month and the GM Walking Festival in May so you can try out some of the routes and activities and meet some of the fantastic organisations and groups we are lucky to be working with. We will share the whole line-up when it is fully confirmed, so keep your eyes on your inbox in the coming weeks.
In this month’s newsletter, discover some woodland walks on the GM Ringway, learn about upcoming festival walks, and find some spring flowers to spot on your adventures.
So sit back and enjoy reading as you plan your next walk or wheel.
The GM Ringway Team
PS: If you’re heading out to do some spring hunting along the GM Ringway, please do share your pictures on our social media or send them to Sarah by email. I’d love to include them in our posts and newsletters, along with your tips of the best places to spot the new season coming into bud!
Blubell spotting in Piethorn Valley in Rochdale on the GM Ringway Stage 10 Newhey to Littleborough route
? Andrew Read
Walk with us in May!
May is National Walking Month and the GM Walking Festival, which offers a brilliant opportunity to lace up your walking shoes and adventure on the GM Ringway. Whether you’re out with your family, taking a solo walk with the dog, or joining one of the organised events this month, we want to know about it. We have some fantastic groups and teams leading walks with us, including (but not limited to!) Carers Stepping Out, Manchester Weekend Walkers, the MileShyClub, Beyond Empower and some led by the GM Ringway route creator and Project Lead, Andrew Read. Whatever your level of walking, we have a walk for you. From 1 mile to 12 miles, you can pick the right one for you and have a go!
We’ll add the events on Facebook and send out the full line-up in next month’s newsletter – so keep your eyes on your inbox.
Coach Jane and some of her fab walkers who are part of the MileShyClub who offer the perfect sessions for beginners setting out on their walking journey with a friendly coach and team of fellow walkers to cheer you on!
What to look out for this month along the GM Ringway woodland sections
Spring is a wonderful time for woodland plants carpeting the ground beneath the budding trees. In March, April and May, you can expect to find Bluebells, Snowdrops, and the wonderfully delicious Wild Garlic!
Check out some of the woodlands on the GM Ringway
Dunham Massey on Stage 18 Irlam to Altrincham
Piethorn Valley on Stage 10 Newhey to Littleborough
Volunteer with us
We are (finally!) getting our volunteering offer together and will shortly be looking for some specific roles to fill. From route testing to community input, and taking part in walks for the festival to help record and survey participants. If you’d like to find out more, please sign up for the volunteer newsletter here.
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Survey Prize Draw Winner
I was hoping to be able to announce the winner of the Survey Prize Draw that I shared last month. Unfortunately, I am still awaiting return contact from the lucky person. If they don’t get back to me within 14 days (as per the terms and conditions) I will redraw and announce the winner in next month’s newsletter.