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Withnell Fold, Brinscall, Wheelton circular.

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Overview

A circular walk through Withnell Fold onto Snape heights hopefully for some good views. Before descending into Brinscall and finally rising again for more sweeping views before returning via Wheelton. 

Saturday, 20 January 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
213.1m / 699ft
Type:
circular

The walk involves some towpath, good tracks and road walking. Although there is some inevitable muddy sections across the fields. Some fields currently have horses in. 

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 60489 22022
Nearest postcode:
PR6 8HW
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Start time:
10:30 am

Meet by the lay-by at the top of Whins Lane.

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