Welch Whittle and Dam Wood from Charnock Richard.

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Overview

Starting from Delph Lane in Charnock Richard we follow good paths to the Coppull Ring Mill then initially follow the old railway to reach the Hinds Head at Welch Whittle. After crossing the motorway we pass through the grounds of Park Hall then back over the motorway passing through Dam Wood to reach The Bowling Green PH. Finally we return along the length of Delph Lane.

Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Start time:: 1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:: 3:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8.1km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: 68m / 223ft
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 56071 15911
Nearest postcode:: PR7 5NH
what3words:: parks.master.drag

Start time:: 1:00 pm

Park on Delph Lane, off Church Lane, Charnock Richard. Delph Lane is very close to the main railway line.

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