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Smithills Moor, Winter Hill and Two Lads

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Overview

A walk on Smithills and Wilder's Moors passing near the large transmitter mast by the summit of Winter Hill and calling at the Two Lads return via Burnt Edge.

Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Start time:
1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
4:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
289.6m / 950ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 67613 12143
Nearest postcode:
BL1 7PT
what3words:
cheeks.woven.player
Start time:
1:00 pm

The free car park on Colliers Row Rd

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