The land here that now forms Yarrow Valley Country Park was acquired by Chorley Council in the early 1980's. It's the site of the former cloth mills, then dyeing works and more recently a small colliery. None of the industry remains but there are interesting traces left including some of the foundation stones of the coal mines, the mill ponds and some machinery.
There is a cafe and information centre on site.

Jena Monks

February 2, 2025

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1. Yarrow Valley Park loop from Birkacre

6.37km

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60m

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2. Birkacre Weir – Yarrow Valley Country Park loop from Coppull

5.36km

01:25

50m

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3. Yarrow Valley Country Park – Birkacre Weir loop from Coppull

7.58km

02:01

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Coppull, Chorley, Lancashire, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Yarrow Valley Country Park

1. Yarrow Valley Park loop from Birkacre

2. Birkacre Weir – Yarrow Valley Country Park loop from Coppull

3. Yarrow Valley Country Park – Birkacre Weir loop from Coppull

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