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Overview

From Hoghton, walk on the path on the north side of Hoghton Tower and descend to Hoghton Bottoms. Then proceed next to the River Darwen and then climb through woods, crossing A674 to the Canal. Then continue to Riley Green and return to Hoghton.

Wednesday, 16 August 2023
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
121.9m / 400ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 60915 26836
Nearest postcode:
PR5 0DD
what3words:
driver.spearing.universes
Start time:
10:30 am

The Level Crossing, Station Rd, Hoghton - good parking on the south side of the crossing. Grid ref SD609268. Near the former Sirloin PH.

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