Chorley — Adlington

Choadl one
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Verified by 83.33% of reviewers

By a Slow Ways Volunteer on 07 Apr 2021

Distance

7km/4mi

Ascent

70m

Descent

60m

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Description

This is a Slow Ways route connecting Chorley and Adlington.

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This is a Slow Ways route connecting Chorley and Adlington.

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This route has been reviewed by 6 people.

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Route status - Live

Reviews - 6

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Is this route good enough? -  Yes (6)

There are currently no problems reported with this route.

Downloads - 10

Surveys

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Description Note
Grade 2: Mostly smooth and compacted surfaces, but there may be some loose gravel, muddy patches or cobbles.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.		 Grading is based on average scores by surveyors. This slow way has 1 surveys.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Not present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Present at time of survey Vegan restaurant (1)
Maybe present Accommodation (1)
Maybe present Accommodation < £50 (1)
Not present at time of survey Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Not present at time of survey Free wifi (1)
Maybe present Public phone (1)
Present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Present at time of survey Bench (1)
Present at time of survey Picnic table (1)
Present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Not present at time of survey Very slippery (1)
Maybe present Very muddy (1)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Not present at time of survey Likely to flood (1)
Not present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Not present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Not present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Not present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Not present at time of survey Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 120.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 14.0% (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking West 14.0% (1)

The steepest camber: no data

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Clear (1)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

We asked route surveyors to estimate how much of the route goes through different kinds of terrain.

There is no data on how much of this route is on roads

There is no data on how much of this route is lit at night

Thereis no data on amount of route paved

There is no data on muddiness

There is no data on rough ground

There is no data on long grass

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2X May 2024 by Mary Oz
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Geography information system (GIS) data

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Start and end points

Chorley
Grid Ref SD5865517518
Lat / Lon 53.65253° / -2.62700°
Easting / Northing 358,655E / 417,518N
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Adlington
Grid Ref SD6018813120
Lat / Lon 53.61312° / -2.60325°
Easting / Northing 360,188E / 413,120N
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Choadl One's land is

Pasture 48.9%
Urban 43.3%
Woods 7.9%

Data: Corine Land Cover (CLC) 2018

reviews

William Huxham

14 May 2024 Spring
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Arrive at Adlington railway station and a short walk to the canal. Turn north along the canal and walk for 4 miles until the route turns off towards Chorley.
The walk isn’t difficult and at the time of walking, bluebells and greater stichwort were noticeable amongst the many wooded areas. An old bus doubled up as a cafe on the opposite side and a birch tree was growing in the canal around a canal boat which presumably was out of action ( the boat not the tree). An attractive stretch of the Leeds-Liverpool only spoilt a bit , for me, by the drone of the M61 for part of it.

William Huxham

14 May 2024 Spring
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Arrive at Adlington railway station and a short walk to the canal. Turn north along the canal and walk for 4 miles until the route turns off towards Chorley.
The walk isn’t difficult and at the time of walking, bluebells and greater stichwort were noticeable amongst the many wooded areas. An old bus doubled up as a cafe on the opposite side and a birch tree was growing in the canal around a canal boat which presumably was out of action ( the boat not the tree). An attractive stretch of the Leeds-Liverpool only spoilt a bit , for me, by the drone of the M61 for part of it.

Mary Oz

25 Apr 2024 Spring
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From Adlington Station we very quickly reached the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, which made up the bulk of the route. Access was via three steps, a cobbled slope, and an A-frame cycle barrier. There were lots of boats, and lots of bluebells and other wild flowers along the banks. It was a very pleasant walk, although the sound of the M61 became apparent towards Chorley.
Leaving the towpath involved chicane cycle barriers and a slope, or else a flight of steps. The route into Chorley was along quiet roads with shops and a pub towards the station, then an easy subway under the railway. Chorley town centre had lots of different facilities that you might need. Frederick’s Ice Cream, about half way, appears to offer light lunches as well as ice cream, and has useful opening hours.
An excellent route.

Mr Neil Hartley

18 Jun 2023 Spring
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Quiet roads from Chorley towards the canal, only crossing one busier road which wasn't a problem. Towpath surface very walkable and ok for a bike. Quiet and away from traffic, safe, would walk again so 5 stars.

Jade Fidler

17 Jun 2023 Spring
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I cycled this route on my gravel bicycle, would of been a great to walk also. Nice & dry as walked in Summer, but majority of the path was tarmac, so would be suitable in winter also.
Loved the route, scenic canal path. With lots of refreshment stops & shops on-route.
Passing an eco-refill shop, that sells shampoo bars etc & take-away tea & coffee. Pub stops & Fredricks ice-cream shop.
I would enjoy walking this route again & recommend to others.
Accesible & suitable for everyone.

Bramble

20 Aug 2021 Summer
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The most direct route, minimising time on roads.

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