Bolton autumn walk in and around all with a great pub/cafe

Temperatures are set to reach a lovely 18C - and what better way to enjoy the day than with a walk followed by a well earned pint, lunch or dinner at a pub.

And with so many beautiful places and great pubs in and around Bolton you will be spoilt for choice.

Below are three walks and three great pubs to get you on your way

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Barrow Bridge is one of Bolton most delightful villages

Belmont (Picture by Si Caton)

BELMONT reservoir is a lovely place to explore, and not far from the centre of Bolton.

From here your can explore the ruins of Hollinshead Hall and enjoy stunning views fro the summit of Great Hill and then onto Hordern Stoops and the village of Belmont, where you can drop by the Black Dog Pub.

Rivington

Rivington Pike

The popular walk is around three miles long, but it could be further depending on the path you take.

There is a lot to keep you occupied during the walk and the route is particularly beautiful on a sunny day.

It takes you through Rivington Terraced Gardens and there are plenty of paths to take before reaching the Rivington Pike summit.

A pub near the finish line is The Brewery Bar in Horwich.

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Entwistle Reservoir by Fran Taylor and The Strawberry Duck

The Wayoh and Entwistle reservoirs between them supply more than half of drinking water to Bolton.

And a walk around the area certainly makes for a lovely afternoon that can be enjoyed any time of year.

We recommend starting from Entwistle railway station.

And at the end is the wonderful The Strawberry Duck pub which is known for serving up great food.

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(Image: Barbara Lane)

Barrow Bridge is one of Bolton's most delightful villages.

Nestled within the expansive Smithills Estate – the largest Woodland Trust site in England – picturesque Barrow Bridge is a charming destination for an excursion.

Moss Bank Park cafe provides the perfect place to eat and drink after a day exploring.