1 / 3Nob End
đ Bolton, North West
A tranquil nature reserve and SSSI alongside the canal basin near Bolton, with walking routes connecting Farnsworth and Kearsley train stations. Features unique Meccano-style structures including a footbridge and picnic benches.
What a great day of walking . Exploring the canal . From Farnsworth train station to the country park at mosses gate along the canal at Nob end canal basin along the old canal which is in the process of being cleaned by the canal trust .. Then out by Kersealy train station . Beautiful walk on a warm sunny day. Good long walk.
đ Family Action Verdict
Best for families with older children and confident walkers who enjoy nature and wildlife without needing facilities. The canal-side setting is genuinely peaceful, and the Meccano structures are a quirky talking point. Families with pushchairs or toddlers will find the potentially overgrown paths and lack of parking logistically challenging.
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Richard Andrew
5 years ago
âWhat a great day of walking . Exploring the canal . From Farnsworth train station to the country park at mosses gate along the canal at Nob end canal basin along the old canal which is in the process of being cleaned by the canal trust .. Then out by Kersealy train station . Beautiful walk on a warm sunny day. Good long walk.â
Ian Ellis
a year ago
âLovely area of nature peaceful and tranquil even though its only a stones throw from busy roads and townâ
Karl Price
3 years ago
âGreat place for a quiet walk and loads of wildlife. Well worth a visit.â
Chrystal Williams
5 years ago
âLovely area for a walk. We were drawn to visit as they filmed a scene from the movie 'Spring and Port Wine' hereâ
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Overview
Nob End is a Site of Special Scientific Interest alongside the old canal basin, offering quiet walks through natural vegetation with canal-side views. The route connects Farnsworth and Kearsley train stations and passes giant Meccano-style structures including a picnic bench and footbridge. Paths can be overgrown due to sparse maintenance under SSSI status. No official car park exists.
