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The River Lostock Valley from Wymott Village.

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Overview

Starting from the wide road to Wymott Village we follow the track across to old munitions depot to reach Nixon Lane then we turn to paths near to the River Lostock. Having crossed the river we follow paths near to the river to Littlewood Bridge for the return to Wymott.

Sunday, 10 August 2025
Start time:
1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.6km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
46m / 151ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 50847 20404
Nearest postcode:
PR26 8LX
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Start time:
1:00 pm

Park on Moss Lane, which is a good wide road, beyond the turn to the prisons.

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