Road Cycling Highlight
Recommended by 10 out of 11 road cyclists
Location: Rainford, St Helens, North West England, England, United Kingdom
The Bottle & Glass Inn is an extremely handsome pub which served thirsty visitors for at least 190 years, tucked into the beautiful, green landscape of Rainford. Rainford's most recognisable landmark, less than 30 minutes walk through attractive countryside from the pub, is the Grade II listed parish Church of All Saints, a handsome building of rock-faced stone dating from the 1870s, which stands at the heart of this picturesque Merseyside village. This historic pub is ideally located for visitors wanting to explore walks and wildlife, conveniently close to both Siding Lane Nature Reserve, a beautiful and tranquil haven to take in a walk, or simply relax and marvel at the reserve's wide variety of birds and plants. Less than five miles from the pub, atop Billinge Hill, lies the highest point in Merseyside, and the scenic walk up the hill provides fantastic vistas, with views of Snowdonia, the peak district, and numerous other areas. Whatever the reason for a visit, the Bottle & Glass
March 8, 2024
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