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Preston Group

We are the Preston Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Overview

A leisurely 6 mile flat walk, clockwise along the River Ribble.  The paths are well established, and there are apx 20 steps to climb. You will be able to see the progress of the Tram Bridge, along the way.  We start by crossing the Ribble via the bridge on London Road, follow paths down to Liverpool Road where we cross the Ribble again to return back to the cars via Avenham Park.  we will have a 20 min break here, (apx 5 mile mark) before returning to our cars.   Drinks and toilets available at the cafe.

Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Street parking. Dogs welcome.

 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 55235 28761
Nearest postcode:
PR1 4PB
what3words:
worker.silent.tells
Start time:
10:30 am

bottom of London Road, next to the River.

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