GM Ringway Stage 16

Walks, England, Greater Manchester, Wigan
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GM Ringway Stage 16

Wigan - Leigh

by gmringway

  • 5hr 15m / 16.3km
  • 195

This watery walk explores England's newest National Nature Reserve: the Flashes of Wigan and Leigh.

  • Water feature
  • Great views
  • Public transport
  • Botanics
  • Wildlife
  • Dog friendly

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  1. The walk can start from either Wallgate or North Western stations. These are served by direct trains from Manchester, Bolton and elsewhere.

    Step 1: The walk can start from either Wallgate or North Western stations. These are served by direct trains from Manchester, Bolton and elsewhere.

  2. Step 2: Wigan Bus Station, with services from Leigh and elsewhere, is also only a short walk away.

  3. Step 3: Please note that parts of this walk may be damp, muddy and slippery at any time of year and especially after periods of wet weather. Please bear this in mind when planning your trip. Please complete this survey below 👇

  4. If starting at Wigan Wallgate station, exit via the steps or lift and cross Wallgate via the push-button crossing.

    Step 4: If starting at Wigan Wallgate station, exit via the steps or lift and cross Wallgate via the push-button crossing.

  5. Turn right along the wide pavement past shops and cafes.

    Step 5: Turn right along the wide pavement past shops and cafes.

  6. Cross the car park access road for the fully accessible Wigan North Western station. Toilets are available here for passengers only.

    Step 6: Cross the car park access road for the fully accessible Wigan North Western station. Toilets are available here for passengers only.

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