Best Walks in Bolton

Walks, England, Greater Manchester

Explore some of the most beautiful parts of Bolton with these walking routes.

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  • Preview of Barrow Bridge from Walker Fold

    Barrow Bridge from Walker Fold

    Woodland Trust Smithills Estate

    by swoollam

    by swoollam

    1 hour / 2.3km
    Beautiful walk exploring barrow bridge from Walker Fold car park. Steps along the way and may be muddy in wet weather.
    Wildlife Water feature Public toilets Picnic spot Parking History
  • Preview of Moses Gate Country Park

    Moses Gate Country Park

    Farnworth

    by gmringway

    by gmringway

    1hr 30m / 0.4km
    A stroll through Farnworth
    Wildlife Water feature Public transport Dog friendly
  • Preview of Jumbles reservoir

    Jumbles reservoir

    Bolton, BL2 4JS

    by mummy23

    by mummy23

    1 hour / 3.4km
    A walk around Jumbles Reservoir, Bolton
    Dog friendly Picnic spot Public toilets Parking Refreshments Great views
  • Preview of Seven Acres Country Park

    Seven Acres Country Park

    Bolton

    by gmwalking

    by gmwalking

    55 minutes / 2.7km
    An exploration of a picturesque country park. Moderate slopes but some muddy, uneven & narrow paths
    Botanics Water feature Great views Picnic spot Parking Dog friendly
  • Preview of Moses Gate Country Park

    Moses Gate Country Park

    Farnworth, Bolton

    by gmwalking

    by gmwalking

    45 minutes / 1.8km
    A circular walk full of scenic interest with lakeside, river and woodland views. There are a few steps and rougher paths.
    Water feature Wildlife Great views Picnic spot Child friendly Parking
  • Preview of Moss Bank accessible walk

    Moss Bank accessible walk

    Bolton

    by gmwalking

    by gmwalking

    40 minutes / 1.4km
    A walk around Moss Bank Park to the north of Bolton. Well-made paths. One section shared with cars.
    Botanics Refreshments Public toilets Picnic spot Wheel friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Queen's Park step-free walk

    Queen's Park step-free walk

    Bolton

    by gmwalking

    by gmwalking

    45 minutes / 2km
    A circular exploration of Bolton's lovely Queen's Park. No steps & hard-surfaced paths but some slopes.
    Wheel friendly Botanics Water feature Picnic spot Refreshments Child friendly
  • Preview of GM Ringway Stage 14

    GM Ringway Stage 14

    Bromley Cross - Blackrod

    by gmringway

    by gmringway

    7hr 40m / 21.6km
    This tough but rewarding stage includes historic Smithills Hall and an ascent of iconic Winter Hill.
    Great views Hilly & steep Public transport History Refreshments Botanics
  • Preview of GM Ringway Stage 15

    GM Ringway Stage 15

    Blackrod - Wigan

    by gmringway

    by gmringway

    5hr 20m / 16.3km
    This varied route includes a lovely mix of pastureland, waterways and Haigh Woodland Park.
    Picnic spot Refreshments Water feature Great views Public transport Botanics
  • Preview of Jumbles Reservoir circular

    Jumbles Reservoir circular

    Bromley Cross, Bolton

    by gmringway

    by gmringway

    1hr 35m / 4.7km
    A picturesque reservoir and valley walk. Some steeper and slippery sections near the start.
    Public toilets Picnic spot Child friendly Great views Public transport Water feature
  • Preview of Farnworth Central Park

    Farnworth Central Park

    Farnworth, Bolton

    by gmwalking

    by gmwalking

    35 minutes / 1.3km
    A surprisingly varied step-free circular walk around Farnworth's Central Park. Good paths but a few slopes.
    History Botanics Wheel friendly Picnic spot Dog friendly Child friendly

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