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Marshaw Wyre below Marshaw Fell

Wyresdale, Lancashire

Follow lanes and estate roads to explore the fringes of the mighty Bowland Fells in Lancashire's most remote landscape. The high tributaries of the Wyre host countless wild birds; this low-level walk skims scenic moors, becks & woods below the tops.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
6.9 miles
Lune Aqueduct, Lancashire

Galgate via Glasson Dock and Lune Aqueduct, Lancashire

A long circular walk from Galgate near Lancaster that takes in Glasson Dock and the Lune Aqueduct. This pretty canalside walk links a stretch of the Lancashire Coastal Path with the towpath of the Lancaster Canal.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9 miles
Paddy's Pole, Fair Snape Fell

Parlick to Fair Snape - Ridge, Fell & Fields, Forest of Bowland

A route with an initial steep climb up Parlick Pike before crossing a wide moorland ridge to Fair Snape Fell, with panoramic views along the way.
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
5.4 miles
Stepping stones at Stakes (before WP4)

Hodder Valley circular. Lancashire

A walk in the valley of the River Hodder below the fells on good footpaths through farmland and some access land. There are two river crossings by stepping stones and about 1,600 feet of mainly gentle ascent.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.9 miles
Forest of Bowland

Forest of Bowland, Lancashire

A circular moorland walk from Dunsop Bridge in the Forest of Bowland AONB, brimming with wildlife and history at the epicentre of Great Britain.
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
13.4 miles
River Hodder at Dunsop Bridge

Dunsop Bridge & River Hodder, Forest of Bowland

A pleasant stroll along the River Hodder from the village of Dunsop Bridge, via a series of unusual bridges and sheep-filled pastures with views of the fells.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
2.5 miles
View of the River Lune

Circular walk from Halton to Crook O’ Lune and beyond, Lancashire

At various points in its history the River Lune has been a hive of industry and a destination for artists. Turner famously painted the bend in the river, the Crook O’ Lune. Today, the mills have gone but the river still has a picturesque beauty.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
5.5 miles
River Hodder near Stonyhurst

Hurst Green, Lancashire

From tranquil Hurst Green, this ramble proceeds via Stonyhurst College through woodlands and fields with sweeping views to shapely Pendle Hill. Passing a memorable packhorse bridge, a glorious riverside stretch precedes a wooded return to the village
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
7.0 miles
St Marys Church Lane Mellor

Mellor 6 - Buttler's View and Stanley House. Lancashire

Buttler's View, Nab's Head, Woodford then Stanley House.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.8 miles
South elevation of Osbaldeston Hall

Mellor 7 Osbaldeston Hall & River Ribble. Lancs

Route past villages of Osbaldeston to River Ribble then Balderstone and back to Mellor. The area is brilliant in Spring or early summer with birdlife. There are numerous species along this stretch of riverbank. inc. swallows/swifts/sandmartins.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.0 miles
Example of route photos

Mellor 4 - Circular Nabs Head and Balderstone, Lancs

A Circular Route around Samlesbury Aerodrome, via Nab's Head and Balderstone.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.1 miles
Section of the Walk in woods

Mellor 2 - to Brownhill Walk via Showley Brook., Lancs

From Mellor to Brownhill and around Showley Brook Valley. AN ALTERNATIVE ROUTE TO BROWNHILL
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
8.2 miles
St Mary's Church Mellor. The church was built between 1827 and 1829.

Mellor 1 - A Short Discovery Walk with a bit of history.

A Short Village Walk around Mellor and Saccary Lane. A SHORT VILLAGE DISCOVERY WALK
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
3.2 miles
WAYMARK 3.
Vicarage Lane, Bridle Path and possibly old drovers road.

Wilpshire Circular 3901

Easy circular walk Starting at St Peter's Church Salesbury, past Cricket pitch along Vicarage Lane over railway to Whalley New Road then back over Wilpshire tunnel and return to Salesbury.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
3.2 miles
View of Stocks Reservoir from the wildlife hides in Gisburn Forest

Stocks Reservoir Circular, Forest of Bowland

A circular route exploring the Forest of Bowland AONB via Gisburn Forest, open moorland with views of Stocks Reservoir, and a return closer to the water’s edge.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
6.9 miles
Bridge over Showley Brook.

Showley Brook Circular. Start at Ramsgreave Station.

An interesting short family walk with good views of countryside. Route passes close to "China Town" which was abandoned in 1980's. Also passes a traditional Sewage treatment Works! Starts at Ramsgreave & Wilpshire Railway Sta.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
2.7 miles
Witches' Brooms at Hoghton Bottoms

Hoghton and Darwen Gorge, Lancashire

From Hoghton thread down to Hoghton Bottoms viaduct and the spectacular wooded Darwen Gorge, dappled with industrial heritage. A riverside course precedes the Leeds & Liverpool Canal towpath before rising to Hoghton Tower estate and generous views
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
5.5 miles
Hoghton Tower

Hoghton and Darwen Gorge, Lancs

Leisurely walk from Hoghton along the River Darwin and the Leeds & Liverpool Canal
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
5.5 miles
Signpost - Leeds Liverpool Canal

Bangor St to Leeds/Liverpool Canal

This walk was part of a set originally designed for Bangor St walking group. This is a short walk to the Leeds/Liverpool canal, one of the groups more popular walks!
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
2.4 miles
Discovery Trail at Corporation Park

Bangor St to Corporation Park

This walk was a set originally design for the Bangor St walking group! This one goes into Corporation Park. Once you are in Corporation Park there's loads of exploring to do! - This walk includes the lake and heads back to fit into an hour!
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
2.0 miles
17 c Little Harwood Hall - Impressive frontage.

Bangor St Community Centre to Little Harwood and back.

Short easy walk from Bangor Street up to Little Harwood. Includes several interesting buildings inc; 17th c Little Harwood Hall. 2.76km (1.71 miles)
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
1.7 miles
Limbrick

Bangor Street to Limbrick

This walk was part of a set for the Bangor St walking group. This was the first walk so the shortest and easiest which goes down to Limbrick.
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
1.4 miles
At Way Point [8], take the footpath after the school!

Bangor St to The Museum

This walk is part of a set designed for Bangor St walking group! It is a short walk down to Blackburn Museum.
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
1.9 miles
View of Crow Wood.

Bank Top Community Walks - Under Billinge Wood & Witton Park.

Starts off with walking through streets but then enters countryside with woodland walk past Under Billinge Hill then through woodland near Witton Park. Includes a "short cut" if necessary.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
3.7 miles
Bank Top Plaques on Street names, See how many you can spot?

Bank Top Community Walks - Walk around Collage Campus

A Medium 2 mile Walk through Blackburn Campus (St Paul's Garden) then Corporation Park around the lake returning back similar route. The walk can be cut short by omitting the park bit. Includes Historic Old Mill Building on Devonport Road.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
2.1 miles
Near Billinge Woods old WW2 sign.

Bank Top Community Walks to EWS Sign!

A short walk along Bank Top to Buncer Lane and back. Includes an alternative walk on rough ground for those who are adventurous.
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
1.4 miles
Dominating Bank Top

Griffin Park

A walk along the River to the Griffin Park
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
2.1 miles
Footbridge over River Roddlesworth - Stanworth Woods.

Witton Park, River Darwen and Roddlesworth, Lancashire

A circular walk around River Darwen, Roddlesworth and back to Witton Park following parts of the Witton Weaver's Way.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.9 miles
Gateway into park

Blackburn with Darwen Lunchtime Walk 1

A short walk up to Corporation Park.
Difficulty:
Easy Access
Distance:
1.4 miles
Blackburn town hall

Rita's Lunchtime Walk

Alternative, historic lunchtime walk, avoiding much of the busy Preston New Road.
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
1.5 miles

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