10 places to visit during your stay at The Old Mill

Irwell Sculpture Trail

Ramsbottom lies right in the middle of the Irwell Sculpture Trail. The trail is the largest public art scheme in England with 70 art pieces that follow an established 30-mile footpath from Salford Quays and finishes just above Bacup. From the Old Mill Hotel head south and follow the trail.
The North Trail is an 8.4-mile route from Ramsbottom, through to Irwell Vale, Rawtenstall, Stacksteads and Bacup.
The South Trail totals 14.2 miles as you walk from Ramsbottom to Burrs Country Park and then on to Bury, Close Park, Radcliffe, Whitefield, Outwood Country Park, Clifton Country Park, Chapel Street, Ordsall Hall (Salford) and finally to Salford Quays.
In Ramsbottom, artwork pieces include ‘Tilted Vase’ located in the town centre and ‘The River’, an 88m stainless steel path inscribed with poems.
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Peel Tower

Sitting proudly on Holcombe Hill, Peel Tower is a monument named after Bury’s most famous son – former Prime Minister and founder of the Metropolitan Police founder Sir Robert Peel. Starting at the Old Mill climb Holcombe Hill to reach Peel Tower. The walk offers a 3-mile round trip and once at the tower, provides stunning views across the Irwell Valley to Manchester.
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Burrs Country Park

The park is a beautiful place to visit the ideal spot for riverside walks, fishing or nature watching. For the more adventurous outdoor activities including kayaking, climbing and raft building are all available at Burrs Activity Centre (pre-booking usually required).
Views of the well-known East Lancs Railway steam trains are easy to come by from this spot.
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Nuttall Park

Lots to do with playgrounds, tennis courts, and bowling greens. A stunning location to visit with regular annual events and a tea room.
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Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary

Bleakholt is one of the largest sanctuaries in the UK, home to over 450 animals. Established by a local woman from Ramsbottom. Time your visit with one of their family fun days, or pop into the shop and café during your family-friendly visit.
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Turton Tower

Dating as far back as Pre-Christian times. Turton Tower offers a wonderful family-friendly day out. Facilities onsite include a gift shop, Victorian tea cafe, and a children’s outdoor play area.
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Turton and Entwistle Reservoir

A well-known local trail around two reservoirs next to the village of Edgeworth.
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Musbury Tor

Standing at 340 Meters, this flat-topped hill is recommended to walkers visiting the area. Referred to as “The Tor” by locals, it provides stunning must-see views on a clear day.
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Jumbles Reservoir

An easy flat and circular walk of up to about one hr. Not far from Entwistle and Turton Reservoirs.
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Calf Hey Reservoir

A 3.5km circular walk based near the green town of Haslindgen. Popular for hikers and trail runners.
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Hail Storm Hill

Located at the highest point in Rossendale, Hail Storm Hill is also known as Cowpe Moss. This climb takes around two hours and stands around 600m high.
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