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Ribchester and Hurst Green from Marles Wood

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Overview

Starting from the car park at Marles Wood we cross the River Ribble at Ribchester Bridge to reach Stydd and the Roman remains in Ribchester. Climbing away from Ribchester we follow Duddel Wood before crossing the fields to Hurst Green. Finally we descend to Dinckley Bridge for the return along the riverside path to Marles Wood.

Saturday, 24 August 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.6km / 9.7mi
Ascent:
246m / 807ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 67610 35596
Nearest postcode:
PR3 3XU
what3words:
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park at the car park above Marles Wood. At Ribchester Bridge do not cross the bridge but follow the road ahead to pass Salesbury Hall. THe car park is on the left near to the top of the hill.

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