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The Japanese Garden – Rivington Pike Tower loop from Horwich

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The Japanese Garden – Rivington Pike Tower loop from Horwich

Hard

320

runners

The Japanese Garden – Rivington Pike Tower loop from Horwich

02:14

18.5km

450m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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2.41 km

Rivington Hall Barn Cafe

Highlight • Historical Site

A wonderful cafe in a cruck barn that was built in 1706. It has been used as a cafe and managed by the same family since 1953.
They serve a nice selection of drinks, breakfast, lunch and cakes.
Plenty of space but it does get busy.

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4.89 km

The Japanese Garden

Highlight • Viewpoint

Japanese Gardens and Lakes with Levers Bridge

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5.00 km

Japanese Lake, Rivington Terraced Gardens

Highlight • Structure

Part of the Rivington Terraced Gardens that have been restored over the years by volunteers. This was inspired by one of Lord Leverhulmes trips to Japan.

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9.51 km

Rivington Pike Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great trails and superb views

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10.8 km

The Pike Snack Shack

Highlight • Cafe

Mon - Fri 0800 - 1800
Sat - Sun 0900 - 1800

Cash and card excepted, min spend on card £2.00

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11.5 km

Two Lads' Cairn

Highlight • Viewpoint

Built on what is thought to be an Anglo-Saxon site, "Two Lads" was constructed over a period of nearly two years by Robin Smith. The two cairns commemorate the tragic death of two young men who, legend has it, perished on the site many hundreds of years ago.The spot, which provides a panoramic view of Bolton, Rivington Pike and the transmitter mast is used by ramblers and runners as a navigation point and is a favourite resting spot for visitors who pass nearby.

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