Charnock Richard is a village in Lancashire, characterized by its rural landscape and agricultural heritage. The area features a network of quiet country lanes and public footpaths, providing a setting for outdoor pursuits. Its terrain includes gentle undulations and proximity to more significant natural features like Rivington Pike, offering diverse conditions for various activities. This blend of tranquil countryside and accessible natural landmarks makes Charnock Richard a relevant location for outdoor exploration.
Charnock Richard…
98
Routes
4.4
(103)
Average rating
2354
People visited

3.8
(14)
48
hikers
6.37km
01:41
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(6)
54
hikers
5.40km
01:26
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
19
hikers
16.9km
04:26
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(6)
363
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(13)
237
riders
48.8km
01:58
140m
140m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(3)
178
riders
67.7km
03:14
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

60
riders
47.9km
02:06
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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38
runners
8.81km
00:57
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

140
runners
16.4km
01:51
270m
270m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

32
runners
13.9km
01:27
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

31
runners
6.00km
00:37
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(12)
53
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
13
riders
50.1km
03:34
730m
730m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
30.0km
01:58
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(2)
6
riders
29.8km
01:56
280m
280m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
52
riders
53.8km
03:07
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
13
riders
43.9km
02:36
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
31.8km
01:52
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
21
riders
32.9km
02:15
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
10
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5
riders
42.6km
02:48
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Charnock Richard offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 9 routes, which have been explored by over 65,000 visitors and hold an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars.
The terrain in Charnock Richard is characterized by its rural and agricultural landscape, featuring quiet country lanes and public footpaths. It offers gentle undulations suitable for various activities, with proximity to more significant natural features like Rivington Pike for more challenging climbs.
Yes, Charnock Richard provides suitable conditions for road cycling with routes traversing country roads. Cyclists can find detailed information and planned routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Charnock Richard guide.
Hikers can explore the local footpaths and trails within Charnock Richard's natural setting. For specific routes and guidance, the Hiking around Charnock Richard guide provides detailed information.
While direct mountain biking trails within Charnock Richard are not explicitly highlighted, the surrounding region offers varied terrain. The MTB Trails around Charnock Richard guide can assist in finding suitable routes.
The rural character and network of quiet country lanes and public footpaths in Charnock Richard make it suitable for family-friendly activities. Easy hikes and gentle cycling routes can be found, offering accessible options for various age groups.
Charnock Richard is located near prominent natural landmarks such as Rivington Pike and Winter Hill. These areas offer significant elevation, panoramic views, and varied trails for outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Charnock Richard, including Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, Running Trails, Easy Hikes, MTB Trails, Touring Cycling, and Gravel Biking.
Charnock Richard is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with over 65,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
The official website for the Charnock Richard Parish Council is charnockrichardparishcouncil.gov.uk. The Clerk of the Parish Council can be reached at 07714 574 478 during Monday-Friday business hours.
Yes, Charnock Richard offers easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. The Easy hikes around Charnock Richard guide provides specific routes that are less strenuous and generally shorter in length.
Touring cyclists can find suitable routes in Charnock Richard, utilizing the quiet country roads and scenic rural landscape. The Cycling around Charnock Richard guide offers detailed information for planning touring bicycle adventures.
Gravel biking is an available activity in Charnock Richard, with routes that combine paved and unpaved surfaces through the rural countryside. Cyclists interested in this sport can consult the Gravel biking around Charnock Richard guide for route suggestions.

