Great Hill and Roddlesworth from Brinscall.

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Overview

Starting from Brinscall we climb to the top off Well Lane then cross the moor on a good track passing through Drinkwaters to reach the top of Great Hill. We then descend through Pimms to the Belmont road before dropping into the Roddlesworth Woodland, rounding the reservoirs to reach Abbey Village. Finally we return to Brinscall along the old railway nature reserve.

Saturday, 13 September 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 13.6km / 8.5mi
Ascent:: 280m / 919ft
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 62730 21366
Nearest postcode:: PR6 8QR
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Park on Lodge Bank in Brinscall. Meet at the Brinscall Baths Car Park.

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