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Two Lads' Cairn

Two Lads' Cairn

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Two Lads' Cairn

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Location: Horwich, Bolton, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Ian Delve

January 27, 2023

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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.

Vicki Roberts

March 25, 2024

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Amazing views over Winter hill and Rivington Pike

Vicki Roberts

March 25, 2024

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The walk from the road up to the two lads is VERY muddy

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Elevation 440 m

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Thursday 7 May

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Location: Horwich, Bolton, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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