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Jessica Mather
November 13, 2022
Running
The beacon tower was built in 1798 by Sir William Ashurst. It was built as a watch tower to warn of a French invasion. At 172m you get lovely Lancashire countryside views!
Ronnie
October 1, 2026
Hiking
Ashurst’s Beacon 172m P58 (564ft)
(DoBIH Hill ID: 16778) [JNSA 19980]
County of Lancashire Definitive List summit.
(DoBIH Hill ID: 16778) [JNSA 19980]
County of Lancashire Definitive List summit.
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Elevation 180 m
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