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Preston Group

We are the Preston Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Overview

Wednesday 18th December 2024

Walk around Brockholes

Meet at old Shaws Arms, next to pelican lights, London Road Bridge, Preston .. this is a flat 8.5 mile walk … taking the Guild Wheel and then paths around Brockholes Wetlands, and along the River Ribble…there is an option to climb 230 steps and then step drop back down to the Wetlands..a 20 minute break will be taken at the floating visitor centre, toilets available here… this walk may be muddy, with puddles!! Should there be excessive rain some of the paths are inaccessible… therefore an alternative walk will be provided with same starting point.. 

No dogs allowed due to restrictions at Brockholes

Wednesday, 18 December 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 55258 28826
Nearest postcode:
PR1 4AP
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bottom.newly.refuse
Start time:
10:30 am

Meet outside the Shaw Arms

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