2026 Chorley Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in September)

Take a leisurely, lovely walk in the country park of Rivington and hike to the pike tower to see the beautiful, panoramic views of Lancashire. The peaceful scenery spans across lushous greenery and takes you through the Japanese and Italian gardens and lake, Pigeon tower, and enjoy a picnic or coffee and cake at the barn. There is plenty of parking and a lovely day out in the English countryside! 📍Address: Belmont Rd, Bolton BL6 7SJ, U.K.

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#manchesterdaytrips Rivington Pike is a landmark hilltop viewpoint near Bolton, offering panoramic views that stretch as far as the Lake District and the Welsh mountains on clear days. The hike to the summit is rewarding and not overly difficult, making it suitable for most walkers. Below the Pike are the historic Terraced Gardens, an enchanting area filled with ruins, stone steps, hidden paths, and towers that make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. It’s especially beautiful in autumn, with the woodlands turning golden. A favorite among hikers, families, and photographers, Rivington Pike combines history, nature, and adventure—perfect for #manchesterdaytrips.

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Beautiful place at any time of the year! I love going for a walk around Rivington, there’s always new places to see and experience. It’s such an adventure walking up to the pike and seeing old ruins on the way. It’s a good walk but not too long and then usually stop off at the barn cafe after for a hot chocolate and toast or!! #unitedkingdom #northwest #reservoir #rivingtonpike #england #greatermanchester #travel #british #britishcharm 📍💰Average Price per Person:free

Chorley’s Astley hall and park is the prefect place for that weekend winter walk and to get out ans get some fresh air. The house itself is now home to an art gallery and museum with the surrounding landscape gardens providing a tranquil escape. The park itself has a great extents of trails to explore both off-road through the woods or more accessible paving throughout the heart of the park. An added bonus is the park is in the doorstep of the market town itself #chillandthrill #park#statelyhomes #lancashire

A Boxing Day tradition in Bolton is to climb Rivington Pike, the highest point in the area. You will find many other hikers making the climb. The tower at the peak was a beacon, used as an early warning system in case of an invasion by the Scots. This was a particularly foggy day, but the mists descended into the vales giving us a unique view from above the clouds. #bolton #rivingtonpike

Greater Manchester may at times feel quite dark and like a concrete jungle, those looking to escape this should head to its North West corner to the village of Rivington and pike of the same name. the area provides plenty of walks for all abilities from a gentle stroll around the canal to a long hike to one of the highest points in the country passing a number of follies on the way. #hike #winter

Chorley vs Bradford city Pre season game 6th July 2024 Bradford conceded 1 min by an shocking pass by Smallwood the trialist goal keeper Brad James from Middlesbrough had a shocking game 2-0 Chorley The goal keep had another nightmare by a long throw court him off guard to make it 2-0 The 2nd half was a bit better from Bradford should had a pen kick when one of ours players got took out in the pen area but the referee did not give it (Nat league Ref) shocking The fans of Chorley are great it was a very nice place to go the goal keeper had a lot of banter The food was nice to donner and chips The ground is great and the club house is massive City lost 2-0

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🇬🇧 📍Bolton - Winter Hill - The Pigeon Tower - Rivington Pike ⏰Duration: 5 hours (including time to take video and photo) 🚆Public Transport from Manchester: ✔️ Starting Point 1. Take train from Piccadailly to Bolton station 2. From Bolton Interchange take 526 Bus to Barrow Bridge Finish Point 1. From Old Lord's Crescent take 525 Bus to Bolton 2. Take train from Bolton to Piccadailly Route: Bolton Train > Barrow Bridge > Winter Hill - The Pigeon Tower - Rivington Pike > Roynton Rd Difficulty: 3/5 I have download two offline route maps in All Trials Apps and combined to be this route. The first part of my route, I have followed "Winter Hill, Rivington Pike and Two Lads". The second part of my route, I have followed little bit from "Rivington Pike and Lower Rivongton". The first half part is quite muddy, highly not recommend to go on rainy day. Also, you must need to keep your eyes on the offline map to make sure you are on the track. The Pigeon Tower was commissioned and erected by Lever as a birthday present to his wife, Elizabeth Ellen. It offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Rivington Pike situated at most westerly point on Winter Hill. It is a popular attraction, suitable to go there with your pet and child. It is one of the best view point in North West England. The route are well paved and maintained. You will see the clear and fantastic view from here (if the weather is nice). The way back from Rivington Pike to the bus station, it will be a route full of sheeps. Please be careful and respect, don't touch or disturb them:) If you want to bring your pet and child to go there, I will suggest only follow the last half part, start at Roynton Rd, then Rivington Pike, The Pigeon Tower, and back. It would skip those muddy road:) ⭐️Be careful of the muddy road ⭐️Dogs friendly ⭐️Not recommend to go in rainy day ⭐️Remember to wear hiking shoes and bring enough water #hikingbloggers #hikewithkanauk #playwithyamakana #playwithkanauk #boltonhike #rivingtonpike #winterhill #winterhillhike #rivingtonpiketower #hikinguk