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Overview

Fields, canal towpath, woods and clock tower memorial.

Sunday, 7 September 2025
Start time:
1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
3:55 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.5km / 5.3mi
Ascent:
152.4m / 500ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 60305 19325
Nearest postcode:
PR6 9BB
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Start time:
1:00 pm

Road parking on Higher House Lane by 'T' road junction

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE