The Top 20 Attractions around Broughton
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Broughton. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Broughton is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 11, 2025
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Highlight âą 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 âŠ
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Ribble Link Staircase Locks and Holding Basin
Highlight âą River
It's Worth Stopping Here to Look Around
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Haslam Park Nature Reserve
Highlight âą Trail
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Photo-Guide or Satnav through the Nature Reserve to Cottam Lane - Walk or 10min Cycle
The 3rd photo, P3, shows this highlight's location, red 2, beside Lancaster Canal bridge 15.
If you see only Tip1 open:
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Photo-Guide or Satnav through the Nature Reserve to Cottam Lane - Walk or 10min Cycle
The 3rd photo, P3, shows this highlight's location, red 2, beside Lancaster Canal bridge 15.
If you see only Tip1 open:
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Cottam Lane Entrance and Parking, Haslam Park
Highlight âą Rest Area
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Tip1 assumes you view it in Komoot's website and not the app. Tap or click the 1st photo to open a slideshow - 4 photos. If you see only âŠ
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River Ribble
Highlight âą 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 âŠ
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Guild Wheel Cycle Lane
Highlight âą Cycleway
Brand new cycle safety feature and part of the guild wheel.
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Ribble Steam Railway
Highlight âą Monument
The Ribble Steam Railway is a standard gauge preserved railway in Lancashire, in the United Kingdom. It was opened to the public on 17 September 2005, running along Preston Docks
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Beach Hut Cafe at Preston Marina
Highlight âą Viewpoint
Preston Marina
Website: prestonmarina.co.uk/index.php/the-beach-hut-coffee-shop
Check cafe opening times on above link.
If you see only 3 photos, open:
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1st photo from outside the Beach Hut Cafe - a view of the boat moorings and the Marina.
Website: prestonmarina.co.uk/index.php/the-beach-hut-coffee-shop
Check cafe opening times on above link.
If you see only 3 photos, open:
komoot.com/highlight/4011081
1st photo from outside the Beach Hut Cafe - a view of the boat moorings and the Marina.
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Miller Park Fountain
Highlight âą Monument
Close to Preston's centre and on the banks of the River Ribble, Avenham and Miller Parks are lovely greenspaces, a breath of fresh air in the city. Their myriad paths, âŠ
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Ribchester Village
Highlight âą Historical Site
On the lazily meandering River Ribble, the pretty village of Ribchester is steeped in history. Once the site of the Roman cavalry fort of Bremetennacum, there is evidence of human âŠ
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Brock Bottom picnic area and nature reserve
Highlight âą River
Brock Bottom picnic area and nature reserve is a pretty site on the river Brock on the edge of the Forest of Bowland. There used to be a cotton mill âŠ
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