Ribchester Village – Ribchester Arms loop from Ribchester

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Ribchester Village – Ribchester Arms loop from Ribchester

Moderate

4.5

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Ribchester Village – Ribchester Arms loop from Ribchester

03:59

14.7km

200m

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 8, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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357 m

Ribchester Village

Highlight • Historical Site

On the lazily meandering River Ribble, the pretty village of Ribchester is steeped in history. Once the site of the Roman cavalry fort of Bremetennacum, there is evidence of human …

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1.99 km

Heron Spot on the Riverside

Highlight • Viewpoint

3.27 km

Haugh Wood

Forest

6.55 km

Millie's Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Great to grab a sandwich or coffee before the walk. Delicious omelettes.

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6.60 km

Shireburn Arms Pub & Tolkien Trail Start

Highlight • Trail

The Shireburn Arms is a gorgeous, characterful pub in the picturesque village of Hurst Green. Set in prime walking country, there's plenty to see in the surrounding area, from beautiful …

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6.73 km

Public Toilets at Hurst Green

Highlight • Rest Area

public toilets at the start of a number of potential routes

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6.94 km

Hurst Green Memorial Hall Car Park

Highlight • Parking

car park, not well advertised. has an honety box for payment

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8.51 km

Deer House Wood

Forest

14.2 km

Ribchester Arms

Highlight • Pub

A nice pub in the Ribble Valley with a large beer garden. Run by Robbinson's Brewery, there's a good selection of drinks and delicious food. The pub is open from …

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