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South Ribble Group

We are the South Ribble Ramblers covering the District between Preston and Chorley in Lancashire, based on the town of Leyland.

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Over Wilder’s Moor to Winter Hill. Across Rivington Moor (rough ground) to the Pike. Back via Brown Hill and Wilder’s Wood. Boots, warm clothing and waterproofs needed.

Thursday, 13 February 2025
Start time:
1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 65809 11739
Nearest postcode:
BL6 6RE
what3words:
transmits.snowmen.doing
Start time:
1:00 pm

Meet 400m up George’s Lane, which starts opposite the Jolly Crofters pub on Chorley Old Road, Horwich.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking