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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

Wednesday 15th. Rivington- Lead mines clough and Yarrow . 5 miles with breakfast to start

If joining use for breakfast, meet at Rivington Green Tearooms from 10:00.

If not breakfasting, meet at the entrance to the car park adjacent to the school on Horobin lane at around 11:20.

The walk will take us on the East Side of Upper Rivington Reservoir on the paths and tracks taking us to Lead Mines Clough, there are some gentle climbs on the way to the Clough. We will stop for a lunch break so please remember to bring a packed lunch and warm drink if you are not having food before the walk.

We will then make our way to Yarrow Reservoir and drop down to Upper Rivington, cross the Dam between Anglezarke and Rivington Reservoirs, making our way back to the car park on the West banks of the water.

Once back, we will go to Rivington Green Tearooms for a brew.

Wednesday, 15 January 2025
Start time:
11:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 62455 14395
Nearest postcode:
BL6 7SE
what3words:
negotiators.weep.anchorman
Start time:
11:30 am

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