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Ashworth Valley Scout Camp Site

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53.611°N, 2.232°W
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The clatter of a stream running over Pennine stone follows you right to your pitch — this is proper moorland camping, tucked into a fold of the Rossendale Valley where the hills still feel wild.

It's a scout site that welcomes tents and campervans, so expect a no-frills setup rather than manicured rows. WiFi's available if you need it, but the draw here is the valley itself — rugged walking country, with trails heading up onto the moors and into the dark grit landscape that sits between Lancashire and Yorkshire. Dog owners should ask ahead about bringing four-legged friends along. Worth checking the campfire policy when you arrive, too — rules can vary depending on the season and ground conditions.

This is one for those who like their camping straightforward and their surroundings proper Northern: steep-sided, bracken-clad, and honest. You'll hear more curlews than car engines, and that's exactly the point.

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GM Ringway Stage 12

Follows towpaths, parkland and quiet suburban streets around Bury and Radcliffe for 21km. Mostly flat along the Manchester, Bolton & Bury Canal and River Irwell corridor, with gentle inclines through Burrs Country Park. Suitable for families with older children who can manage the distance; towpath sections are usually buggy-friendly but some uneven surfaces. Dogs welcome throughout. Worth doing for surprisingly green pockets linking industrial heritage sites, varied scenery from waterside walks

Walking routeRegional network
2.02 km from campsite
Route length: 21.1 km
Operator: CPRE Lancashire
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Irwell Sculpture Trail

Follows the River Irwell for miles through Greater Manchester and Lancashire, linking 30+ contemporary artworks with canalside paths and parkland. Mostly flat terrain on good towpaths and paved sections, brilliant for families and buggies, though some areas near Bury get muddier. Dogs welcome throughout. Combines industrial heritage with surprising green corridors and thought-provoking sculpture – you can tackle short sections or make a proper day of it between Salford Quays and Bacup.

Hiking routeRegional network
2.63 km from campsite

Rochdale Way

Winds through varied Greater Manchester countryside with moderate inclines and flat canal towpath sections. Terrain includes woodlands, farmland, and historic mill landscapes, with some steep climbs around Rochdale's hilltops. Not ideal for buggies due to stiles, uneven paths, and steps, though determined families with sturdy carriers can manage most sections. Dogs welcome but keep leads handy near livestock. Offers industrial heritage meets rural escape – perfect for those wanting Northern grit

Hiking routeRegional network
5.35 km from campsite

GM Ringway Stage 11

Follows the Greater Manchester Ringway's longest stage through Ashton-under-Lyne and Stalybridge, tackling a mix of canal towpaths, urban footpaths and moderate climbs over open moorland edges. Not suitable for buggies due to uneven terrain, stiles and stepped sections. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers surprising green corridors between industrial heritage sites and rewarding Pennine views from higher sections—best for confident walkers covering serious distance.

Walking routeRegional network
6.66 km from campsite
Route length: 19.9 km
Operator: CPRE Lancashire
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GM Ringway Stage 13

Follows canal towpaths and riverside tracks on mostly flat, well-surfaced terrain through Greater Manchester's eastern outskirts. The 18km distance makes it unsuitable for young children or buggies, though individual sections could work for shorter family outings. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock and canal edges. Connects green corridors between urban areas, offering surprising pockets of wildlife and industrial heritage—ideal for a full-day linear walk with good public transport links at bo

Walking routeRegional network
8.04 km from campsite
Route length: 18 km
Operator: CPRE Lancashire
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