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Bob's Brew Weir – Lower Rivington Reservoir loop from Blackrod

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Bob's Brew Weir – Lower Rivington Reservoir loop from Blackrod

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Bob's Brew Weir – Lower Rivington Reservoir loop from Blackrod

01:15

11.9km

130m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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3.87 km

Crown Clough

Forest

4.80 km

Bob's Brew Weir

Highlight • River

Here's another hidden gen that I came across which is Bob's Brew Weir in Horwich. It is a relatively small weir formed as part of the River Douglas. There is …

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5.47 km

Lower Rivington Reservoir

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Lower Rivington Reservoir is at the end of the Rivington chain of reservoirs in Lancashire, England, with Upper Rivington Reservoir to the north, and Rivington Water Treatment Works to the …

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6.57 km

Old Stone Milestone to Preston, Wigan, Bolton, and Blackburn

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Can only make out a few letters I'm guessing it's very old. I will try and find some good details

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11.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.21 km

3.52 km

2.49 km

1.64 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.70 km

2.69 km

1.40 km

152 m

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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Sunday 30 August

16°C

12°C

72 %

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Bob's Brew Weir – Lower Rivington Reservoir loop from Blackrod

Bob's Brew Weir

Lower Rivington Reservoir

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