Bretherton is a village and civil parish located in the Borough of Chorley, Lancashire, England. The area is characterized by its rural landscapes, featuring open fields, riverbanks, and the historic Leeds and Liverpool Canal. These natural features provide a diverse environment suitable for several outdoor activities like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, jogging, and more. The terrain generally offers a mix of flat paths along waterways and gently undulating countryside.
Bretherton offers more than 10…
94
Routes
4.6
(85)
Average rating
1397
People visited

5.0
(2)
134
riders
49.7km
02:12
190m
190m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

95
riders
46.0km
02:14
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
(1)
67
riders
52.1km
02:01
100m
100m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

49
riders
34.6km
01:24
80m
80m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
(9)
53
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
44
hikers
4.31km
01:06
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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27
hikers
5.02km
01:16
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
24
hikers
7.76km
01:58
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(12)
53
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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15
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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12
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
14
riders
21.3km
01:13
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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27
runners
5.49km
00:34
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
runners
6.22km
00:39
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
runners
11.9km
01:14
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
riders
64.4km
03:56
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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17
riders
55.9km
03:30
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
17.0km
00:59
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
21.7km
01:23
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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10
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
44.4km
02:53
610m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Bretherton offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The area features 15 routes with an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars. More than 43,000 visitors have explored the routes in Bretherton.
Bretherton is a village and civil parish situated in the Borough of Chorley, Lancashire, England. Its rural setting provides access to diverse trails and natural features.
Yes, Bretherton offers road cycling opportunities on quiet country lanes. Cyclists can find suitable routes exploring the surrounding countryside. For more information, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Bretherton guide.
Bretherton provides numerous hiking trails, often incorporating the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and the River Douglas. Routes range from easy to moderate, traversing fields, riverbanks, and canal towpaths. Details can be found in the Hiking around Bretherton guide.
Yes, Bretherton and its surrounding areas offer mountain biking trails for various skill levels. Some routes include elevation gain, providing moderate challenges. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Bretherton guide.
Bretherton is suitable for jogging, with quiet country lanes, footpaths, and canal towpaths available. Many routes enjoyed by hikers can also be utilized by joggers. Refer to the Running Trails around Bretherton guide for specific routes.
Yes, Bretherton features easy hiking routes, particularly along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and River Douglas. These paths are generally flat and accessible for leisurely walks. The Easy hikes around Bretherton guide provides suitable options.
Bretherton offers family-friendly hiking routes that are generally accessible and enjoyable for all ages. These routes often follow flat paths along waterways or through open fields. Consult the Family-friendly hikes around Bretherton guide for specific recommendations.
The area is characterized by its rural countryside, open fields, and traditional scenery. Notable natural features include the historic Leeds and Liverpool Canal and the River Douglas, which offer scenic views and pathways.
Routes in Bretherton have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars, based on more than 2,400 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among visitors who have explored the area's outdoor activities.
Yes, gravel biking is an available activity in Bretherton. The area's mix of quiet country lanes and paths along waterways can be suitable for gravel bikes. For route suggestions, see the Gravel biking around Bretherton guide.
Komoot offers a guide specifically for Cycling around Bretherton, which includes various cycling routes. These routes often utilize the village's central location to explore the surrounding Lancashire countryside.
Yes, there are hiking routes in Bretherton that are accessible from bus stations. This allows visitors to reach trailheads using public transportation. The Hikes from bus stations around Bretherton guide provides relevant information.

