Bolton’s spectacular hidden waterfalls to explore this summer

Bolton is known for its rolling countryside, yet not so much for the waterfalls nestled in and around the borough.

And there are a number of stunning secret cascades, all different but equally as enchanting, and worth exploring this summer.

Keen photographer Pete Kennington has captured Bolton's secret natural wonders in a series of glorious pictures, using the weekend's torrential rain to catch the waterfalls at their most dramatic.

Three Nooked Shaw. Picture by Pete Kennington

Three Nooked Shaw is hidden away in the heart of a pine wood, where the water flows from Winter Hill Moor.

Situated just off Belmont Road, the area really is a hidden gem of natural beauty

For unfortunately there is no open access to the waterfall, there is open access on the moor  on three sides of the woodland, but not actually in the wood, say United Utilities, which has leased the land to a private tenant.

Tigers Clough Falls. Picture by Pete Kennington

Another secret waterfall is Tigers Clough Falls in Rivington, loved by locals, and remains pretty much a hidden gem.

He said: "The Japanese Garden falls in the Rivington estate is worth a look after heavy rainfall"

Yet it is only a short walk from the Rivington Reservoir car park and through a wooded ravine.

Roddlesworth Woods. Picture by Pete Kennington

Not far home are the falls in Roddlesworth Woods are "worth the walk".

With a woodland walk and the sounds of flowing water with a pub at the start and end, it is hard to disagree.

In Edgworth. Picture Pete Kenninigton

Another secret waterfall can be found just outside Edgworth, which feeds the Wayoh Reservoir but says Pete is difficult to access.

Black Dean Brook. Picture by Pete Kennington

He also captured Black Dean Brook near White Coppice.

Pete said "It is a little bit out of town but we have so many great falls near Bolton."