Anglezarke Amble Challenge

The Anglezarke Amble

The Anglezarke Amble is a challenge walk through Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton Moors that stays largely within the reservoir watershed above the surrounding towns. The route passes Lever Park and its gardens, ascends to Rivington Pike, and reaches Winter Hill, the highest point on the route at almost 1,500 ft, where a television mast and Scotsman’s Post are prominent features.

The course continues with a descent south of Belmont, crosses the A666, and goes past Turton and Entwistle Reservoir. Walkers cross Darwen Moors and pass Darwen Tower before descending to Roddlesworth Woods. The route then climbs over Great Hill, passes White Coppice and follows between Anglezarke, Yarrow and Upper Rivington reservoirs to finish in Rivington.

Two route options are offered:

• Long route - 24 miles, available to walkers and runners.
• Short route - an alternative route for walkers.

The event has a 10 hour time limit. Checkpoints provide refreshments; entrants are required to carry a map, compass, whistle, torch, waterproofs, first aid kit, food, drink and a mug. Random equipment checks are enforced and failure to comply may lead to disqualification. Retirements must be made at checkpoints and tallies handed in before awaiting transport. Entry fees listed include refreshments at checkpoints, food at the finish, and a certificate. A waiting list is used when the event is full. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.