Holcombe and Bull Hill Circular Walk

This eight-mile circular trail offers fantastic views over the surrounding areas, and on a clear day you can see four national parks; Snowdonia (Eryri), the Peak District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. Climb to the summit of Bull Hill and make your way along Moorbottom Road. Much of the trail is a bridleway and may also be used by mountain bikes and horses. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead during nesting season (1 March and 31 July) and near livestock.
Start point
Lumb Carr car park, Lumb Carr Road, Holcombe, Bury BL8 4NN.Trail information
Ministry of Defence (MOD) land
On this walk you will reach the boundary of Ministry of Defence (MOD) land. Do not cross this boundary if red flags are flying. An alternative route has been given below if the red flags are flying. To find out firing times, phone 01204 512615, the Regional Operations Room on 01912 394261 (24 hours a day).
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