West Lancs Footpath Group
‘tel
01704 880782, 425776.
Life Long Learning
– Group Walk Fridays, usually with Pub
lunch 01695 579095.
West Lancs Ramblers Assoc: Tel
01772 812034 or 01695 57374Ramblers Association
www.ramblers.org.uk
West Lancashire Countryside Events:
( Phone Rangers on
01695 622794 or email
beacon.park@westlancsdc.gov.uk
)
For
Maps & Related information visit:
http://mario.lancashire.gov.uk/
www.visitlancashire.com/site/things-to-do/walking
To View the Parish Paths Map click here - Parish Paths Map
PARBOLD & DISTRICT RAMBLERS
Affiliated to the Ramblers Association
Parbold Ramblers was formed in 1998 by a group of
like-minded people who fancied a bit of exercise on a regular basis, were
fond of the open air and nice scenery.
Walks are organised on the 1st
Sunday of each month and are within 1½ hours drive from Parbold village.
In winter months when the days are shorter we
sometimes walk nearer to home.
We meet at the Car Park behind the shops in
Parbold to share cars, usually at 9.a.m prompt. (A donation towards petrol
costs for the car driver is appreciated)
Members are advised to have suitable footwear
i.e. walking boots, and to bring waterproofs, coffee and lunch.
Walking poles can also be useful.
The walks are over a variety of terrains and areas and
are usually no more than 8 miles long.
Hills and dales, canal towpaths, green lanes
and wooded areas can be expected but no fell walking is usually attempted.
If there is a local hostelry or teashop at the
end of the walk, then that is usually included for those who wish.
We get together once a month in the upstairs
room of the Red Lion Pub, Newburgh starting at 8.p.m. to discuss the
previous walk, the next planned walk, and any other issues that crop up.
This is on the Wednesday, which falls 10 days
before the 1st
Sunday of the new month.
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We are a lively and friendly group and social events
are planned throughout the year. There is always a Christmas meal at a local
pub or restaurant, and for the last few years we have ventured out in the
summer as well.
We try to plan a weekend away each year and
have been to Shropshire, Durham, Wales and the Peak District.
This year we are off to Ambleside in September.
The current annual subscription is £ 15.00. renewable annually at the AGM in May.
Our walking programme
January 2012 – November 2012
All our walks start from the car park at the shops in Parbold
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8th January 2012 |
Rufford |
6 miles |
Moderate |
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5th February 2012 |
Withnell & Brinscall |
6 miles |
Moderate |
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4th March 2012 |
Ribchester |
6 miles |
Easy |
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1st April 2012 |
Frodsham Hill and Helsby Rocks |
6 or 3 miles |
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6th May 2012 |
Whitewell gorge |
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3rd June 2012
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Details to be advised | ||
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1st July 2012
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Details to be advised | ||
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5th August 2012
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Details to be advised | ||
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2nd September
2012
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Details to be advised | ||
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7th October 2012
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Details to be advised | ||
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4th November
2012
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Details to be advised |
Although we plan our walking programme well in advance it may be that it has to be changed at short notice due to adverse weather conditions or unsuitable terrain. Members are informed of any changes at the meeting prior to the scheduled walk.
Sunday 5th May 2012
The title is a little misleading as it is really the
river Hodder gorge in which whitewell is situated.
The walk is about 8 miles long but
if the stepping stones near Doeford Bridge are crossable we can shorten the
distance by about three quarters of a mile, but if not we can get round this
by taking quiet country lanes.
(Do not be put off if you do not fancy using
the stepping stones.
If anyone has problems with them we will all
go by road).
Take the right gear with you and take care.
Directions
Toilets
Future meetings
Our meetings are normally held at the Red Lion, Newburgh starting at 8 pm
20/6/12
25/7/12
24/10/12
Why don’t you come and join us on our next walk or come to one of
our meetings; you will be made very welcome.
For more detailed information contact
Jimmy Kelly
01257 463057
Liz Foulds
01257 462121 Email:
parboldramblers@talktalk.net
Local Walks
Some walkers use the train to Appley Bridge or Gathurst for a
brisk walk back along the canal or a circuit home up on the
South side of the valley.
Walks around Parbold below:
The series has now been updated and now include wildlife notes. Hard copies of the series of local walks below can be obtained from Parbold DIY Centre, Post office and Coffee Etc, Community cafe.
About Parbold
Parbold is a small township in West Lancashire. It is situated 6 Km (4 miles) from J27 of the M6. It can also be accessed via the regular rail service which runs between Wigan and Southport. The name Parbold is drawn from Old English and means the "Pear Orchard". Its name still reflects its quiet and rural atmosphere.
PARBOLD
WALK No 1
CIRCULAR
WALK FROM THE FARMERS ARMS,
Overview - This is a circular level walk through the neighbouring village of Bispham Green on field footpaths and tracks. A detour to Cedar Farm (Closed Mondays) which has a teashop, can be made by following Back Lane. Refreshments can also be obtained from the Farmers Arms and other local pubs.
There are stiles, some with steps.
Distance:
Approximately 3.2Km (2
miles)
Grade:
Leisurely
Walk start point: Farmers Arms. NGR SD 497 129
OS Maps:
Explorer 285 Southport and Chorley (1:25,000),
Landranger 108 Liverpool (1:50,000)
PARBOLD
WALK No 2
CIRCULAR WALK FROM BRAMBLE WAY CAR PARK (WN8 7HZ) WITH OPTIONAL DETOUR TO
THE SITE OF THE OLD DOUGLAS CHAPEL
Overview -
This is
a varied walk which includes Chapel Lane Meadow, Parbold’s Biological
Heritage site, a stroll through the grounds of Our Lady’s & All Saints’
Church and a short detour to visit the site
of the old Douglas Chapel, which
was built in 1240. Refreshments
can be obtained from the various pubs and cafes in Parbold.
It
includes one fairly steep ascent up across a
field and there are some stiles.
There is a short route around Chapel
Lane Meadow from the car park suitable for wheelchairs.
Bramble Way car park is approximately ten minutes walk from Parbold Railway Station and the bus stop.
Distance:
Approximately 2.75 km / 1.75 miles
Grade:
Moderate
Walk start point:
Bramble Way car park. NGR SD 495 104
OS Map:
Explorer
285 Southport and Chorley (1:25,000)
Landranger 108
Liverpool (1:50,000)
PARBOLD WALK No 3
CIRCULAR WALK FROM
THE CAR PARK VILLAGE SHOPS WN8 7HA
Overview - This is a circular walk to Hilldale and back, across undulating
farmland with one gradual ascent to Stoney Lane and a fairly steep descent
across fields which can be boggy. Cattle normally graze these fields and
there are a number of stiles, some
with steps.
There are panoramic views to Southport and Blackpool across the Lancashire
Coastal Plain on a clear day.
Refreshments can be obtained from the various pubs and cafes in the
villages.
There is a bus stop in front of the shops and Parbold Station is a two
minute walk away.
Distance: Approximately
5.5 Km (3.5 miles)
Grade: Moderate
Walk start point:
Village shops car park. NGR SD
491 109
OS Maps: Explorer 285 Southport and Chorley (1:25,000)
Landranger 108 Liverpool (1:50,000)
PARBOLD WALK No 4
CIRCULAR WALK FROM
THE CANAL BANK CAR PARK, STATION ROAD, PARBOLD WN8
7NU
Overview - This is a level, circular walk mainly along the Leeds Liverpool canal, but also taking in the village of Newburgh. Refreshments can be obtained at the pubs and cafes in the villages. The Car Park is approximately five minutes walk from Parbold Railway Station and a bus stop. There are no stiles but one set of fairly steep steps.
The canal is the longest in Britain at 127 miles and is the only
navigable trans-Pennine route, providing a route to the
Yorkshire Dales. The first section was opened in 1774.
Distance:
Approximately 2.4 Km (1.5 miles)
Grade:
Leisurely
Walk start point:
Canal bank car park. NGR SD 491 105
OS Maps:
Explorer 285 Southport and Chorley (1:25,000)
Landranger 108 Liverpool (1:50,000)
PARBOLD WALK No 5
CIRCULAR WALK FROM
THE CANAL BANK CAR PARK, STATION ROAD, PARBOLD WN8 7NU
Overview -
This is a circular walk following the canal towpath and then climbing quite
steeply to Dalton Lees, returning back across the fields via Chapel House
and the site of the old Douglas Chapel.
It includes bluebell woodlands and spectacular views on clear days.
There are stiles and hills and
some areas are very boggy. Refreshments can be obtained at the pubs and
cafes in Parbold.
The Car Park is approximately five minutes walk from Parbold Railway Station and a bus stop.
The canal is the longest in Britain at 127
miles and is the only navigable trans-Pennine route - providing a route to
the Yorkshire Dales. The first section was opened in 1774.
Distance:
Approximately 7.25
Km (4.75miles)
Grade:
Moderate
Walk start point: Canal bank car park. NGR SD 491 105
OS maps: Explorer 285 Southport and Chorley (1:25,000)
Landranger 108 Liverpool (1:50,000)
PARBOLD WALK No 6
CIRCULAR WALK FROM
CAR PARK AT HUNTERS HILL QUARRY, HILLDALE
Overview -
This is a circular walk mainly across farmland,
with spectacular views on clear days.
It passes the ruin of the old windmill on Harrock Hill whilst Hunters
Hill quarry is for the most part a nature reserve, and is worth a detour to
look for Fern leaf fossils. There are tremendous views of the coast and West
Pennines on this walk. There is
one moderately steep ascent, quite a
few stiles and some steps.
Refreshments can be obtained at the
pubs in the area.
Distance:
Approximately 5.5
Km (3.5 miles)
Grade:
Moderate
Walk start point: Hunters Hill car park. NGR SD 503 123
OS Maps: Explorer 285 Southport and Chorley (1:25,000)
Landranger 108 Liverpool (1:50,000)
CIRCULAR WALK FROM PARBOLD HILL VIA THE FAIRY GLEN
This is a circular walk including some
quite steep ascents and descents. It takes in a variety
of landscapes including the woodland clough known as
‘Fairy Glen’, with its impressive waterfalls after
periods of heavy rain, and profusion of wild flowers,
There are also excellent views on a clear day from the
top of Parbold Hill.
Distance approximately 4.5 Km (2.75 miles)
Short route: approximately 3 Km (2 miles)
From the top of Parbold
Hill take the footpath which goes downhill opposite the entrance to the
Restaurant. Follow
the path as it winds its way down the hill to a gate.
Go through the gate, turn immediately left and
pass through two more kissing gates.
Continue on the path, passing through a third
kissing gate, until you come to a gate marked ‘Private road’.
(There is a good view of Parbold Hall to the
left)
Take the way marked stile on the right and follow
the path until you reach another stile leading into an open field. Cross the
field, keeping to the right hand boundary until you come to another stile.
Continue straight across the next field to the woodland opposite.
Go over the stile and down the steps into the
‘Fairy Glen’.
Follow the path until you come to a wooden
bridge, cross this and climb the stone steps.
At the top turn left.
Walk through the Glen, up some steps and across
another footbridge, pausing to look at the waterfall.
Climb another set of steps, continue on the
path, ignoring the next footbridge on the right.
When you reach the seat at the top, continue
straight ahead across the stream until you reach the main
road.
FOR
THE SHORTER WALK – TURN LEFT HERE AND WALK BACK UP THE ROAD TO THE TOP OF
PARBOLD HILL.
Otherwise, cross this busy road with care and turn
right. Walk for approx. 100 m until you come to a layby on the left.
At the far end of the layby go over the stile
on the left, beside a gate, and walk straight up the field, keeping the
ditch on your right, until you come to a wall. Turn left and keeping the
wall on your right, walk to the corner of the field. Go over the stone stile
and follow the path through the woods. Continue on this path, going over two
more stiles until you come to an open field. Follow the path round to the
left until you come to a stile.
Cross over this, turn immediately right and
walk straight up the field, keeping the hedge, and later a wall, on your
right. Follow this path back to the road, go over the stile and turn left,
walking back to the top of Parbold Hill
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The Parbold Three Peaks - sent in by a local resident