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Wheelton and Brindle Circular

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Overview

From Whin's Lane we make our way across the fields to Hough Hill to visit the site of the refurbished ROC Bunker, via Denham Hall. Carrying on to Thorpe Green, Pippin Street and the centre of Brindle village. More field paths up the Top o'th' Lane where we make the return leg back to Whin's Lane.

Sunday, 15 March 2026
Start time:
1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
4:15 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
198.1m / 650ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 60486 22035
Nearest postcode:
BL6 7SJ
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Start time:
1:00 pm

Whins Lane, at the Higher Wheelton end.

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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.75 per month
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