River Hodder – Hodder Bridge loop from Great Mitton

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River Hodder – Hodder Bridge loop from Great Mitton

Moderate

3.2

(6)

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River Hodder – Hodder Bridge loop from Great Mitton

03:16

12.3km

120m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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101 m

All Hallows Church, Great Mitton

Highlight • Religious Site

Just to the north east of the confluence of the Rivers Hodder and Ribble is the picturesque village of Great Mitton. It is situated in excellent walking country, with riverside …

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635 m

Fallen Tree in the River Ribble

Highlight • River

1.58 km

Edisford Bridge

Highlight • River

9.46 km

Wooden Bridge in Forest of Bowland

Highlight • Viewpoint

Surrounding area can be muddy in winter / after wet weather but pleasant for summer

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10.2 km

Sweetcorn Field in Forest of Bowland

Highlight • Natural

Beautiful views of the Ribble Valley and generally good walking conditions underfoot all year round.

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10.3 km

River Hodder

Highlight • Forest

Beautiful views of the Ribble Valley and generally good walking conditions along this section all year round.

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11.0 km

Cromwell's Bridge Over the River Hodder

Highlight • Historical Site

This ancient crossing over the River Hodder is named after Oliver Cromwell, who, in 1648, lead his army across it on the way to the Battle of Preston. Today, it …

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11.1 km