Jumbles Reservoir circular

Walks, England, Greater Manchester, Bolton
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Jumbles Reservoir circular

Bromley Cross, Bolton

by gmringway

  • 1hr 35m / 4.7km
  • 103

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

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  1. Start the walk from Bromley Cross station, served by trains from Bolton and Manchester. Exit from platform 2.

    Step 1: Start the walk from Bromley Cross station, served by trains from Bolton and Manchester. Exit from platform 2.

  2. Step 2: 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.

  3. Turn right to go through a gate, cross the rail lines and go through another gate.

    Step 3: Turn right to go through a gate, cross the rail lines and go through another gate.

  4. Head down the parking area and turn right along Higher Shady Lane.

    Step 4: Head down the parking area and turn right along Higher Shady Lane.

  5. Turn left to cross the road keeping to the left of the roundabout.

    Step 5: Turn left to cross the road keeping to the left of the roundabout.

  6. Step 6: Turn left onto Grange Road, remaining on the roadway.

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