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Burnley & Pendle Group

We are the Burnley & Pendle Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Linear walk from Ball Grove upper car park ( Lakeside Cafe) , Colne to Cowling.

Heading East along Colne Water then turning North at Laneshawbridge we cross the A6058. We then head East again across farm land, tracks and minor roads to end the walk by Old Lane, Cowling.

Catching the M4 bus back to Ball Grove -- bus pass or £3   -- buses every 30mins

Tuesday, 21 October 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
152.4m / 500ft
Type:
circular

Bring packed lunch and spare water.

Pub and shop in Cowling to pass any time we might have.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 90884 40390
Nearest postcode:
BB8 7HZ
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Start time:
10:30 am

Ball Grove car park, Colne - -Lakeside Cafe car park

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking