Ulnes Walton and Shaw Green from the edge of Leyland.

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Overview

Starting from Schleswig Way we initially join the River Lostock before crossing Holker Lane and Holker Brook to reach Ulnes Walton. We then follow the Yarrow Valley before turning through Shaw Green following Culbeck Lane (track) to Runshaw Moor. Finally we return via Snubsnape Farm and Wade Hall.

Tuesday, 18 March 2025

Start time:: 1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:: 3:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.4km / 5.8mi
Ascent:: 52m / 171ft
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 52445 21221
Nearest postcode:: PR25 1UG
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Start time:: 1:00 pm

Park at the lay-bys on the south end of Schleswig Way, Leyland. Note: there are several lay-bys in this area between the roundabout with Leyland Lane and the traffic lights at the crossing of Slater Lane.

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