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The Nab from Limbrick

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Overview

Starting from the Lych Gate to the Limbrick Playing Field we follow the valley of the River Yarrow towards Anglezarke Reservoir then we follow the track of Heapey Fold Lane to eventually climb to the summit of The Nab. We then descend to the Canal tow path which we follow back to Limbrick.

Tuesday, 5 August 2025
Start time:
1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.6km / 5.3mi
Ascent:
160m / 525ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 59899 16456
Nearest postcode:
PR6 9EB
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Start time:
1:00 pm

Park on Weavers Brow near to the Lych Gate to Limbrick Playing Field.

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