Lanes, Tracks and Canal Paths

Starting from - Luciano's at the Millstone, Bolton Road, Grimeford Village, Chorley. Parking is available but please note, there ar no toilets. Please park in the spaces furthest from the restaurant. Please arrive 15 minutes beforehand for a safety check.

Ride Leaders - Gill Leigh and Anisha Dalal
Average Speed 8-10 mph
Elevation - around 900ft

This ride is part of our Winter Miles Summer Smiles challenge where those who take part in four rides with Horwich Ride Social will receive a small cycling related gift.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time for a quick safety check.

This will be a fairly relaxed pace around 8-10 miles per hour, over a total distance of 15 miles and is open to Horwich Ride Social Ladies.

Heading off from Go Ape we head off along tracks and lanes to pick up the canal tow path towards Wigan Gold Club. Then the fun begins, with some climbs and some exhilarating downhills, before stopping for a rest and refreshments at Haigh Hall. Another couple of ups and downs before returning to the Car Park

Please ensure your bike is in good working condition. Check your gears and brakes at least the night before.

You must be a member of HRS to take part. If you are not already a member then please go to our website at https://www.horwichridesocial.org/ to complete a New Participant Form. Helmets are mandatory on our rides.
Please ensure you bring a spare inner tube, tyre levers and a pump in case of a puncture. We will have a cafe stop at Haigh Hall but please bring any additional drinks/snacks you may need. Remember to check the weather forecast and be prepared for a muddy puddle or two.

Explore paths and tracks leading towards Wigan

A mixed route, with lots of off-road tracks and quiet lanes.

First-timers welcome!