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River Irwell – Heart of the Ram loop from Ramsbottom

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River Irwell – Heart of the Ram loop from Ramsbottom

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River Irwell – Heart of the Ram loop from Ramsbottom

00:54

8.47km

120m

Running

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

Last updated: April 29, 2026

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1.56 km

The Whistlestop Sculpture, Ramsbottom

Highlight • Monument

get in the small chainring.. it's all up from here!!!!!

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1.62 km

Tilted Vase Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

Created by the artist Edward Allington and unveiled in 1998, Tilted Vase is inspired by the proud industrial heritage of the valley and the impact of the Industrial Revolution. The …

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2.86 km

Village Store

Highlight • Cafe

Hot drinks and take away food, open seven days.

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3.16 km

River Irwell

Highlight • Other

5.81 km

Heart of the Ram

Highlight • Pub

Some nice shops and restaurants and everything you need if your passing through

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6.95 km

Weir on the River

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7.07 km

The River Artwork

Highlight • Monument

The River is a path of stainless steel that meanders through this lovely picnic site for 289 feet (88 m). It ends in a collection of 34 wooden posts, which …

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8.47 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.53 km

2.09 km

1.67 km

947 m

118 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.10 km

1.98 km

1.31 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

Weather

Sunday 10 May

11°C

3°C

14 %

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River Irwell – Heart of the Ram loop from Ramsbottom

The Whistlestop Sculpture, Ramsbottom

Tilted Vase Sculpture

Village Store

River Irwell

Heart of the Ram

Weir on the River

The River Artwork

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