A circular of Yarrow Reservoir and Lead Mines Clough

Chorley Group

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Overview

We make our way around Yarrow Reservoir passing Dean Wood House before crossing Deanhead Lane onto the moors and the path to Simms. We head back then to Lead Mines Clough and the Bomber Memorial for a short rest. Carrying on we follow the paths upstream through the wooded area before turning back down the tracks and paths to Alance Bridge. Completing the circular of the reservoir before descending to the starting point.

Tuesday, 3 February 2026

Start time:: 1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:: 4:15 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:: 243.8m / 800ft
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 62017 15559
Nearest postcode:: PR6 9HD
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Start time:: 1:00 pm

Car parking on Knowsley Lane on the embankment between Anglezarke and Upper Rivington Reservoirs

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