Lee Quarry

#187 among destinations in the United Kingdom

Bike path, Cycling

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Nestled in the rugged landscape of the Rossendale Valley, Lee Quarry in the United Kingdom is an adrenaline-pumping destination for mountain biking enthusiasts. Once an active quarry, this site has been ingeniously repurposed into a network of challenging bike trails that draw riders from across the country.

With a focus on sustainability and adventure, Lee Quarry features an array of routes that cater to various skill levels, from beginner to expert. The terrain is a unique blend of natural and man-made obstacles, including rock gardens, drops, and technical climbs that test the mettle of even seasoned cyclists.

The quarry's design incorporates the remnants of its industrial past, creating a backdrop that is both historical and visually striking. The trails are well-maintained and marked, ensuring safety without compromising the thrill of the ride. The site is free to access, making it an accessible option for those looking to experience high-quality mountain biking without the expense of a park fee.

Coordinates: 53°41'6"N, 2°12'39"W

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Lee Quarry – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Healey Dell Viaduct, Dobroyd Castle, Longholme Methodist Church, St John the Evangelist's Church.

3.3 miS
Nature and wildlife, Park, Bridge
Healey Dell Viaduct, Rochdale
85 min walk • . Healey Dell Viaduct is situated in Healey Dell Nature Reserve in the Spodden Valley, on the outskirts or Rochdale in Greater Manchester, England. It is 2½ miles from Whitworth, Lancashire. It was built in 1867 and carried the Rochdale to Bacup Railway Line, opening to passengers 1 November 1870.
4.6 miNE
Forts and castles
Dobroyd Castle, Todmorden
117 min walk • Dobroyd Castle is an important historic building above the town of Todmorden, West Yorkshire, England. It was built for John Fielden, local mill owner and son of Honest John Fielden the Social Reformer and MP. The building has had a varied past.
3.3 miW
Church
Longholme Methodist Church, Rossendale
84 min walk • Longholme Methodist Church is Methodist church in Rawtenstall, Lancashire. 53.70103°N 2.28619°W The current building is the third used for methodist worship in Rawtenstall. It cost £7,000 and was opened on 18 March 1842. It provided 1300 seats for worshippers. The building was designed by John Simpson of Leeds.
4.1 miNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St John the Evangelist's Church, Rossendale
106 min walk • St John the Evangelist's Church is in the village of Crawshawbooth, near Rawtenstall, Lancashire, England. It is a redundant Anglican parish church formerly in the deanery of Rossendale, the archdeaconry of Bolton, and the diocese of Manchester. Its benefice has been united with that of St Mary and All Saints, Goodshaw.
3.6 miNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St Paul's Church, Rossendale
93 min walk • St Paul's Church is in Burnley Road, Constable Lee, Rawtenstall, Lancashire, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Rossendale, the archdeaconry of Bolton, and the diocese of Manchester.
2.7 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Brown Wardle Hill
70 min walk • Brown Wardle is a hill between the village of Wardle, Greater Manchester and the town of Whitworth, Lancashire, England. The summit is on the border of Greater Manchester and Lancashire and stands 400 m above sea level, making it one of the highest points in Rochdale and Greater Manchester.
3.5 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Reservoir
Watergrove Reservoir, Rochdale
91 min walk • Watergrove Reservoir is a reservoir close to Wardle in the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, within Greater Manchester, England.
4.4 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Valley
Irwell Valley, Ramsbottom
113 min walk • The Irwell Valley in North West England extends from the Forest of Rossendale through the cities of Salford and Manchester. The River Irwell runs through the valley, along with the River Croal.
3.3 miW
Town, Area
Rawtenstall, Rossendale
85 min walk • Rawtenstall is a town in the borough of Rossendale, Lancashire, England. The town lies 15 miles/24 km north of Manchester, 22 miles/35 km east of Preston and 45 miles/70 km south east of the county town of Lancaster.
3.4 miW
Library
Rawtenstall Library, Rossendale
86 min walk • Rawtenstall Library is a Carnegie Library located in the town of Rawtenstall, Lancashire. Plans for a new library in Rawtenstall were drawn up in 1903 following the promise of a donation of £6,000 from the philanthropist Andrew Carnegie.
2.8 miW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St John's Church, Rossendale
71 min walk • St John's Church is a redundant Anglican church in Newchurch Road, Cloughfold, Rawtenstall, Lancashire, England. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade II listed building.