View of the River Ribble – Brockholes Nature Reserve loop from Grimsargh

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View of the River Ribble – Brockholes Nature Reserve loop from Grimsargh

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View of the River Ribble – Brockholes Nature Reserve loop from Grimsargh

00:57

14.8km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 1.57 km for 252 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.12 km

View of the River Ribble

Highlight • Forest

Cracking views of Ribble with lovely wildlife and plenty of birds and butterfly in the summer months. Definitely worth a stop and a photo.

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1.60 km

Brockholes Nature Reserve Floating Visitor Village

Highlight • Rest Area

Brockholes is a new kind of nature reserve: an unreserved reserve that brims with wildlife, teaches the next generation about the wonders of nature, and gives back to the local community through Myplace and Forest School projects.

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2.31 km

Brockholes Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Brockholes Nature Reserve is probably most notable for its remarkable floating visitor centre, a UK first. It comprises shops, exhibition areas, a restaurant, conference centre and educational facilities for visiting …

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Fishwick Local Nature Reserve

Highlight • Trail

A fine example of what can be achieved when derelict land is transformed by landscaping and restoration work, Fishwick Local Nature Reserve is a delightful place for a stroll. The …

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9.01 km

River Ribble

Highlight • River

Neolithic to Saxon finds from along the River Ribble during the creation of the Preston Docks and others revealed man has been in the area for a long time. The …

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12.0 km

Brockholes Nature Reserve

Highlight • Lake

Spread out across 250 acres, Brockholes Nature Reserve is a great place to get up close to nature. Explore the ancient woodland, laze around the lakes, and look out for …

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12.8 km

Boilton Wood

Highlight • Natural

Adjacent to the superb Brockholes Nature Reserve, Boilton Wood is part of the longest stretch of ancient woodland in Lancashire. Trees are believed to have occupied this patch, a slope …

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13.5 km