Pigeon Tower

Built by the person who created the Lever Brothers company after his home was reputedly destroyed by a suffragette (ironic as Lord Levenshulme was in favour of suffrage). The tower stands alone on the hillside at the top of what were Oriental Gardens. Nice views towards the coast but not very nice views behind due to the nasty looking mountain bike trail that's cut up the landscape around it. Behind it you will see the monument upon Rivington Pike (a 10 minute walk to get up to) & the huge radio mast on Winter Hill. It's about a 10 to 15 minute walk to get to the Tower from the car park. Not suitable for wheelchair users due to the steep & uneven path. The Tower is not open to the public. There are no toilets here. In the evening this place (mostly in the car park) is unfortunately occupied by the local youth who create a lot of unnecessary noise. Not very nice in what is supposed to be a peaceful place. That's why I won't give it 5 stars.

Wow this was some find. Beautiful country hike with amazing scenery all around. Hidden gems of historical landmarks you wouldn't believe what's so close to home. I was so exited I will need to go back and finish it off, making great content for my YouTube channel Hideaway Han. Parking has a contribution of £2 via text to help maintain the grounds and sites.

Love love loved it here! We stayed here for ages taking photos and taking in the view! Probably the quietest part of the area!! Just wish we could have looked inside! If you stand at the top of the hill the house looks like a face!

Treated myself to a circular walk from Winter Hill past Pigeon Tower and then on to Rivington Pike. Pigeon Tower is near the site of the gardens. It's a good walk from Winter hill, however, if you park on George's Lane, it's not too far from Rivington Pike. The gardens are great for a picnic or just a wonder.

Been coming here for years, in my Landrover, unfortunatley the land nearby has been ruined by offroaders with no respect :( very sad. However the chinese gardens are amazing, a lovely walk down and round. Ine of my favourite places with fantastic views