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Overview

Either starting at Rufford Church a walk across the mossland between Rufford and Croston.

Or starting from Rufford Church a walk via Bispham then across Low Meadows returning by Prescott Bridge and the canal.

The choice of walk will depend on ground conditions especially the low lying area of Low Meadows and will be made and posted here about a week before the walk  

Wednesday, 15 October 2025
Start time:
1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 46397 15707
Nearest postcode:
L40 1TA
what3words:
talents.taller.parkland
Start time:
1:00 pm

Meet and park on Church Road by Rufford Church.

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