Orrell Water Park - Thur 8 May

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Orrell Country Park https://www.visitnorthwest.com/sights/orrell-water-park/

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Overview

BOOKING REQUESTED

A leisurely/moderate walk: From the car park we head west to Higher Pimbo then south to Brownlow, skirting Billinge Hill to Houghwood. Then via the outskirts of Billinge the route takes us north, crossing B5206 past Winstanley College to the car park. Risk assessment: Possible livestock in fields which may be muddy after wet weather. Some minor roads to walk along and cross.

Thursday, 8 May 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 12.6km / 7.8mi
Ascent:: 198.1m / 650ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.ramblers-trafford.co.uk/

Please contact the walk leader if you wish to bring a dog. Please let the walk leader know of any health issues they should be aware of.

Contact on the day: 07967 439238 (please book by email)

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 53100 03701
Nearest postcode:: WN5 7AT
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Orrell Water Park car park, Lodge Road, Orrell, free

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