Mountains & hills · North West England
Oldham Edge
In or near Wardle.
Oldham Edge — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 249 m.
Peter McDermott — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Mills Hill · 4.0 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Oldham Edge is a mountain located in england north west. Elevation: 249 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Rochdale Canal SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Oldham Edge is a prominent hill located in North-West England, offering panoramic views of the surrounding area. It serves as a popular destination for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts, with various trails suitable for different skill levels. The landscape features a mix of natural beauty and historical significance, making it a noteworthy spot for both recreation and exploration. Visitors can expect a rugged terrain typical of the region's upland areas.
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- Coordinates
- 53.5511, -2.1104
- District
- Oldham
- Parish
- Oldham, unparished area
- Postcode
- OL1 3EW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton
- Nearest railway station
- Mills Hill — 4 km
Sources
- osm: n3690601796 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Oldham Edge?
- Oldham Edge is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode OL1 3EW), in the parish of Oldham, unparished area.
- What is Oldham Edge?
- Oldham Edge — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 249 m.
- How do I get to Oldham Edge?
- The nearest railway station is Mills Hill, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode OL1 3EW.
- Is Oldham Edge a protected site?
- Yes — Oldham Edge is part of the Rochdale Canal SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Oldham Edge?
- The nearest railway station is Mills Hill, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode OL1 3EW.