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North West England

Yarrow Reservoir – View of Rivington Reservoir loop from Leyland

Bike touring routes & trails

North West England

Yarrow Reservoir – View of Rivington Reservoir loop from Leyland

Hard

33

riders

Yarrow Reservoir – View of Rivington Reservoir loop from Leyland

03:30

52.7km

700m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 6.22 km for 192 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

3.82 km

Lower Kem Mill Pond

Highlight • Lake

Cuerden Valley Park is a precious emerald surrounded by increasing urban development. As a country park it is differently managed from places such as Witton Park and Beacon Fell being …

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6.31 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Lake

3

7.30 km

Junction Before Busy A Road

Highlight • Other

Road leading to the junction is downhill so be ready to break as it comes onto a fast road

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4

14.0 km

Anglezarke Climb and View of Yarrow Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A climb of 0.75 miles, travelling north to south, at an average of 8% with the steepest part in the first 0.1 miles where it maxes out at around 25% …

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5

15.3 km

Hard Climb Near Rivington

Highlight • Climb

Up to 22% its a very hard climb heading away from the lake

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6

17.0 km

Yarrow Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This reservoir is named after the River Yarrow and is set within the stunning landscapes of the Yarrow Valley, a peaceful rural area with superb views all around.

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7

20.9 km

Black Dog to Rivington Road Summit

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Yes lots of fun in the area some good roads for cycling

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8

23.2 km

View of Rivington Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Hold on tight when you descend down towards the lake. Stunning views, well worth the climb.

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9

46.3 km

All You Knead Bakery & Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Can't beat a little smell of bread baking in the morning. Lovely bakery, plenty to offer and wonderful staff.

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B

52.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.2 km

6.76 km

6.23 km

2.28 km

1.67 km

1.34 km

258 m

Surfaces

43.8 km

6.58 km

1.22 km

966 m

119 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Friday 21 August

18°C

8°C

36 %

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