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Overview

A circular ramble passing through Tawd Valley Park then using rights of way and quiet lanes  on the outskirts of Skelmersdale.

Wednesday, 17 September 2025
Start time:
1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 48682 06279
Nearest postcode:
WN8 6LT
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Start time:
1:00 pm

Park and meet on the car park by Nye Bevan Pool. More free and unrestricted parking on retail park opposite. Toilets and cafes in Concourse Shopping Centre

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