South East Lancashire Orienteering at Pennington Flash

Be Well Wigan Council

Wigan

3-4 miles

Tue 26th May 2026 at 11:00

Walk description:

Explore Pennington Flash with virtual checkpoints using the MapRun app! Meet at The Hide Café WN7 3PA for 3 orienteering routes for all ages and abilities. Part of the GM 10 Parks Challenge and BWWW. Walk or run—download MapRun and give it a go! To download the FREE MapRun app in advance visit https://maprunners.weebly.com/

Starting point
The Hide Cafe Pennington Flash
Leigh
WN7 3PA

Walk leader: Bev Baldwin

Contact: b.baldwin@wigan.gov.uk

Useful information: https://bewellwigan.org/activities/outdoor-activities/walking/

Booking link: https://bewellwigan.gladstonego.cloud/book/details?activityEndTime=2026-05-26T13:59:59Z&activityGroupId=WALK&activityId=COM2COR11000526&activityStartTime=2026-05-26T10:00:00Z&locationId=COMZPEN001&siteId=COM

FAQs/benefits

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Cafe or pub nearby
Dogs permitted (on a lead)
Toilet facilities

Car parking available
For more transport information please visit
https://tfgm.com/plan-a-journey

Easy
On generally well-maintained, level surfaces. Suitable for less confident walkers, families with young children, or those simply looking for a short stroll. Up to 2 miles/3 km.
Leisurely
Mainly on gentle gradients but possibly including steps, stiles, unsurfaced paths or longer distances (up to 5 miles/8 km). Walking boots and waterproof clothing may be useful.

If you have further information on this route, particularly regarding accessibility and facilities, please contact us or email info@gmmoving.co.uk

GM Moving have taken care to ensure that the information regarding walking routes included or linked to on this website is as accurate and up to date as possible but do not accept any liability for errors or omissions. Please note that all walks are undertaken at your own risk. GM Moving are not responsible for any accidents or injuries that may occur.

South East Lancashire Orienteering at Pennington Flash

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