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Chorley Group

We are the Chorley 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

Starting from Factory Lane in Lower Penwortham we follow the old railway to the edge of Bamber Bridge then follow the good path through Dog Kennel Wood to reach Hennel Lane After passing through part of Walton-le-Dale we climb to Holland House before crossing the River Darwen and climbing to Church Brow. After crossing the River Ribble at London Road Bridge we follow the Guild Wheel along the river passing through Avenham Park before returning across the river to reach Hurst Grange Park. Finally we cross Middleforth Green to return along the old railway to Factory Lane.

Saturday, 18 January 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
164m / 538ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 53899 27401
Nearest postcode:
PR1 9TE
what3words:
tend.bugs.timing
Start time:
10:00 am

Park on the car park towards the end of Factory Lane near to the Vernon Carus sports ground.

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