Where the wild swimmer go

Bolton Group

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Overview

This programme of walks cover the West Pennine moors, criss-crossing the Bolton, Chorley and Darwen boundaries and western edges of BMBC.

Please bring a packed lunch and drinks. We recommend suitable clothing and sturdy shoes or boots on all our walks.

Sunday, 17 August 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.boltonramblers.org.uk

Optional swim - contact Mo Drinkwater for further details

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 65900 11401
Nearest postcode:: BL6 6RE
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet at George's Lane, Chorley Old Road, Horwich. Bus 125 from Bolton

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