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River Hodder – Stonyhurst College loop from Stonyhurst College

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Aighton, Bailey And Chaigley

River Hodder – Stonyhurst College loop from Stonyhurst College

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4.4

(11)

hikers

River Hodder – Stonyhurst College loop from Stonyhurst College

01:51

6.91km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.63 km

Bench With a View of the Ribble Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

good sheltered bus stop bench for tea

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2.05 km

Cromwell's Bridge Over the River Hodder

Highlight • Historical Site

This ancient crossing over the River Hodder is named after Oliver Cromwell, who, in 1648, lead his army across it on the way to the Battle of Preston. Today, it …

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2.10 km

Hodder Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Lovely stretch of river.

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2.84 km

River Hodder

Highlight • Forest

Beautiful views of the Ribble Valley and generally good walking conditions along this section all year round.

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2.94 km

Sweetcorn Field in Forest of Bowland

Highlight • Natural

Beautiful views of the Ribble Valley and generally good walking conditions underfoot all year round.

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3.68 km

Wooden Bridge in Forest of Bowland

Highlight • Viewpoint

Surrounding area can be muddy in winter / after wet weather but pleasant for summer

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5.27 km

Stonyhurst College

Highlight • Historical Site

Stonyhurst is known for its historic and architecturally significant buildings. The main building, Stonyhurst Hall, dates back to the 16th century and is an impressive structure with a rich history.

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5.74 km

Stonyhurst Clay Target Centre

Highlight • Other

Ring the bell as described on the sign ... or just for the hell of it.

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6.91 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.21 km

2.66 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.03 km

2.66 km

1.08 km

134 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Sunday 10 May

12°C

4°C

61 %

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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River Hodder – Stonyhurst College loop from Stonyhurst College

Bench With a View of the Ribble Valley

Cromwell's Bridge Over the River Hodder

Hodder Bridge

River Hodder

Sweetcorn Field in Forest of Bowland

Wooden Bridge in Forest of Bowland

Stonyhurst College

Stonyhurst Clay Target Centre

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