Rivington Pike is a hill on Winter Hill, part of the West Pennine Moors at Rivington, Chorley in Lancashire, England. The nearest towns are Adlington …
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Jan 7, 2025
Rivington Pike is a fantastic spot for a walk, offering a variety of routes to suit all fitness levels. The trails range from easy to moderate, so whether you’re a casual walker or a more seasoned hi… Full review by 253garethg
Jul 15, 2024
Amazing view. Medium trek. Started from Macclesfield forest and walked till Rivington Pike. What an amazing day. Nature at its best. Full review by Relax27963830611
Apr 10, 2024
Great views, easy walk with steps , coffee van en route. Dogs would like it. Parking decent and free. We used all trails walking route. Full review by 856rupalig
Hi Karen Do you mind me asking where exactly the summit is? We've got a trip planned there with family (who are travelling a long way) this weekend but am a little unclear of exact location/satnav etc. Also, we've got my elderly mum (84) who won't be able to walk that far so anywhere to park? #thanks v much. X
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there is disabled parking if you have a blue badge you can drive to the summit if your near wigan you can always contact me on 07484 260 698 if you need further help as we could drive …
there is disabled parking if you have a blue badge you can drive to the summit if your near wigan you can always contact me on 07484 260 698 if you need further help as we could drive up to the summit with you
The footpaths are obvious but if you are expecting signposts or trail markers then no there aren't many at all. It doesn't really warrant it really though because the Pike is almost always …
The footpaths are obvious but if you are expecting signposts or trail markers then no there aren't many at all. It doesn't really warrant it really though because the Pike is almost always visible and Winter Hill beyond it are easily visible so getting lost is almost impossible.
Is Rivington open again? 2 weeks ago the paths up from the top barn were still closed after the fires.
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all paths are availlable but there are the remains of tape and so on but really the fire is out as the rain has ended the concerns of re firing and its all good to go. its a bit black and charred if …
all paths are availlable but there are the remains of tape and so on but really the fire is out as the rain has ended the concerns of re firing and its all good to go. its a bit black and charred if you go far enough but there are signs of green regrowth fortunately. worth a visit to watch the stages of renewal seeing which plants take advantage of the lack of competition.
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