2 visitors walking by Hollingworth Lake.
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Walking and cycling

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  1. Couple walking across a field.
    There are a number of guided walks you can join in Rochdale borough for free. All walks are guided by a walk leader.
  2. Gentle sloping hill side with trees in background.
    Spectacular views are available in the wooded river valleys and hillside areas around the Ashworth Valley.
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  3. A map of the Bib Knowl Walk
    Looking towards Rochdale, the area known as Lake Bank can be seen. It has developed into the popular entertainment centre for Hollingworth Lake. and an important centre for water sports.
  4. Although known locally as Bluebell Wood, its proper name is Old House Ground Plantation. This mixed woodland provides a valuable habitat here on the high moors, although you can see how severe weather stunts the trees and sometimes blows them over.
  5. A plaque commemorating Tractor Sound Studios in Heywood.
    Blue plaques celebrate famous people, places and historic events in the borough of Rochdale. Purple plaques in Rochdale borough celebrate Dame Gracie Fields and mark places of significance in her life.
  6. Aqueduct in a wooded clearing.
    Healey Dell is a beauty spot and nature reserve rich in industrial archaeology.
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  7. A map of the Hollingworth Lake Circular Trail
    Hollingworth Lake is in fact, a reservoir.
  8. Bare Trees
    Hopwood Woods is a haven for birds and other wildlife whilst the informal pathways allow visitors to wander through the woods enjoying the peace and tranquility.
    1. 1 Jan 202431 Dec 2024
  9. Map of the Kitcliffe Walk
    Built between 1872 and 1878 to collect water from the Wickenhall Brook, Ogden Reservoir holds 185 million gallons. Ogden and Foulwater Lodge together release up to 1 million gallons of water per day into Piethorne Brook.
  10. St Leonards church as seen from Jubilee Park.
    Explore the history of Middleton.
  11. A map of the Schofield Hall Walk
    From Rakewood Road a good view is available down the lake’s embankment and out into Ealees Valley.
  12. Parks and garden walks in Rochdale Town Centre
    This 40 minute walk takes you to the finest parks and gardens of Rochdale town centre, and will make you discover their history and the best views. An alternative route can also be followed for a shorter walk.
  13. A map of the Whittaker Hollingworth Lake walk
    The steep sloping embankment on the left of Rakewood Road is one of the 3 dams constructed in 1798 to form Hollingworth Lake.
  14. Mountain bikes parked in a garage.
    Courses available that will enhance your skills and knowledge and give you the experience to regularly participate in your chosen sport.
  15. Signpost and gate on the Pennine Bridleway.
    The Pennine Bridleway is the country's first National Trail for horse riders, mountain bikers, and walkers, and it passes through the rugged Pennine hills near Littleborough.
  16. The memorial plaque on Cotton Famine Road, text reading In memory of the Rochdale millworkers who supported the struggle against slavery during the American Civil War.
    A historic link to the past as well as a stunning walking route through an unspoilt landscape.
  17. Walk in the park by Ed Swinden.
    High in the Pennines above Wardle village, the area around Watergrove Reservoir includes walking trails with spectacular views, bird watching, fishing and a link to the Pennine Bridleway.
    1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2024