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The Top 20 Attractions around Chorley

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Chorley. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Chorley 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.

Last updated: November 19, 2025

Winter Hill Summit and TV Mast

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Part of the west Pennine Hills Winter Hill stands at 456m. There is a trig point and several radio and communications masts on the summit. There is also a memorial 


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Rivington Pike Tower

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Built in 1733 from the remains of a beacon platform and pit and from local stone from the River Douglas and wood from the surrounding hills, Grade 2 listed Rivington 


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Pigeon Tower (Dovecote Tower), Rivington

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The Pigeon Tower (AKA The Dovecote Tower) was built in 1910 by Lord Leverhulme as part of the Rivington Estate. The lower two floors where home to ornamental and rare 


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Sheephouse Lane Climb

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This great climb is used in the Chorley Grand Prix road race held in April. From the reservoir at Rivington it starts with a steep section to the cattle grid. 


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Liverpool Castle Replica Ruins

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William Lever built a folly which is a scale replica of Liverpool Castle. Building started in 1912 and the replica, which was not completed, was based on a conjectural reconstruction of the castle prepared by E. W. Cox in 1892.

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The Japanese Garden

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Japanese Gardens and Lakes with Levers Bridge

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Hoghton Bottoms Weir and Viaduct

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This is a spectacular section of the River Darwen, where a picturesque sandstone gorge leads to a tumbling weir and the 108-foot (33 m) high Hoghton Bottoms Viaduct towers above. 


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Seven Arched Bridge

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The seven arched bridge was commissioned by Lord Leverhulme to mimic a bridge he'd seen in Africa. It gives access to the summer houses and terraced gardens above the main 


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Eyes Lane Metal Bridge

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Metal Bridge. Lovely stop off to admire the view.

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Croston Stone Cross and Village Centre

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Croston is one of the most attractive large villages in the area with several pubs and restaurants.

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