Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.21 km

Japanese Lake, Rivington Terraced Gardens

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Part of the Rivington Terraced Gardens that have been restored over the years by volunteers. This was inspired by one of Lord Leverhulmes trips to Japan.

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2.37 km

The Japanese Garden

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Japanese Gardens and Lakes with Levers Bridge

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2.44 km

Picnic Bench by Japanese Lake

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New bench - amazing place to have a break and enjoy the views!!

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2.99 km

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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3.00 km

Stone-arched entrance to Rivington Pike

Highlight • Historical Site

nice area, lovely views

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3.70 km

Rivington Pike Tower

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Great trails and superb views

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4.48 km

Thithaven Lake (Italian Lake)

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Italian lake - one of many beauty spots in this area once owned by Lord Lever and his family. Stair cases lead up to the Pigeon tower, closest parking would be top two car parks Rivington

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4.58 km

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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6.32 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.68 km

349 m

137 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.02 km

2.13 km

765 m

178 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 19 April

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Japanese Lake, Rivington Terraced Gardens

The Japanese Garden

Picnic Bench by Japanese Lake

Pigeon Tower (Dovecote Tower), Rivington

Stone-arched entrance to Rivington Pike

Rivington Pike Tower

Thithaven Lake (Italian Lake)

Seven Arched Bridge

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