These walks enable you to explore the network of footpaths around Bolton. Each walk, unless specified, is about 4 miles in length. Details of the start point together with the relevant bus route are given with each walk. For more information contact Malcolm at boltonramblers@hotmail.co.uk.
Note that buses leave from Bolton Interchange, times can be checked by telephoning 0161 228 7811
| Sun 12th October | Autumn stroll around Smithills and Moss Bank Meet at: Doffcocker Lodge car park, BL1 5SH, opposite Triangle church, Chorley Old Road, Bolton at 2pm. |
Bus 125 Walk Leader: Lou Thompson |
| Sun 9th November | Lead Mines Clough and Airmen's Memorial Meet at: car park at side of Rivington Primary School, Horrobin Lane, BL6 7SE at 2pm. |
No bus service. Walk Leader: Wayne Robinson |
| Sun 14th December | Circular walk around Jumbles Country Park Meet at: Jumbles Country Park car park off Bradshaw Road, BL2 4JS at 2pm. |
No bus service Walk Leader: Debbie Adamson |
| Sun 11th January | Westhoughton: The Bonk and Beyond Meet at: Westhoughton Town Hall, Market Street, BL5 3AW. Public car park on Library Street at 2pm. |
Bus 607/559/520 from Bolton Walk Leader: Lynn Sheen |
| Sun 8th February | Tiger's Clough, Lever Park and the River Douglas Meet at: Peter Martin Street/Lord Street, public car park, Horwich, parking also Jones Street, BL6 7AJ at 2pm. |
Bus 125 from Bolton Walk Leader: Sue Farrell |
| Sun 8th March | Smithills and Wilder's Moor Circular Meet at: Junction of George's Lane and Chorley Old Road, Horwich, BL6 6RE at 2pm. |
Bus 125 from Bolton Walk Leader: Annie Turner |
| Sun 12th April | Tonge Fold, Leverhulme and Seven Acres Meet at: Tonge Fold Health Centre, Hilton Street, parking on health centre car park, BL2 6DY at 2pm . |
Bus 471/561 from Bolton Walk Leader: Pauline Hughes |
SUNDAY WALKS
These local walks are designed to introduce new walkers and those wishing to restart this enjoyable pass-time to the varied landscapes in the Bolton area. The walks are never strenuous or fast but sturdy footware is advisable. No need to book just turn up, non-members are welcome.
If you have a favourite walk around Bolton, which you could share, please e-mail us at boltonramblers@hotmail.co.uk. We are always looking for new ideas.