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Grizedale Reservoir – Nicky Nook Summit loop from Garstang

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Grizedale Reservoir – Nicky Nook Summit loop from Garstang

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Grizedale Reservoir – Nicky Nook Summit loop from Garstang

01:58

16.9km

260m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

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After 13.1 km for 96 m

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.89 km

Long Crossey Wood

Forest

5.24 km

Grizedale Reservoir is one of three reservoirs in close proximity on the Grizedale Brook above Garstang. The reservoirs were constructed in the early 1900's to provide water for Blackpool and the surrounding area.

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8.19 km

Grizedale Brook Wooden Pathway

Highlight • Forest

great little loop. quiet early on.

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8.96 km

Grizedale Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Grizedale Reservoir is a serene and scenic location within the Forest of Bowland AONB, offering a peaceful retreat and good pathways for runners who appreciate the natural beauty of Lancashire's countryside.

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10.7 km

Nicky Nook Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nicky Nook is a 215m high hill on the western side of the Forest of Bowland. There is a trig pointy on the summit and great views west towards the sea, Fleetwood & Blackpool.

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12.0 km

Applestore Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Lovely Cafe for lunch or cake stop.
Open everyday 9:00 - 16:00.

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13.1 km

The Barn Restaurant, Scorton

Highlight • Restaurant

Grand feed stop, just needs closer bike storage to tables..

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13.2 km

The Barn, Scorton

Highlight • Cafe

A firm favourite with local cyclists. Plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. Also has bike racks (although most of the locks have keys missing). It can take ages to get …

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16.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.47 km

3.67 km

2.46 km

779 m

482 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.26 km

3.53 km

3.01 km

2.59 km

2.24 km

1.31 km

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Thursday 9 July

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Grizedale Reservoir – Nicky Nook Summit loop from Garstang

Grizedale Brook Trail

Grizedale Reservoir

Grizedale Brook Wooden Pathway

Grizedale Reservoir

Nicky Nook Summit

Applestore Cafe

The Barn Restaurant, Scorton

The Barn, Scorton

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