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Overview

A local walk around Holcombe taking in Brooksbottom and Redisher Wood followed by Christmas lunch at Owens restaurant.

Note: This walk includes some fairly steep paths and open country walking which can be muddy in places.

Note: Christmas lunch is fully booked.

Sunday, 14 December 2025
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
205m / 673ft
Type:
circular

Walk suitable for dogs if walk leader is informed by owner.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 79288 16809
Nearest postcode:
BL0 9AB
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Start time:
9:00 am

Ramsbottom East Lancs Railway. Parking may be available in car park on Irwell Street nearby, if East Lancs car park is unavailable.

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
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking