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Cycle Route
Nelson
A 17 mile on-road cycle route through marvellous undulating countryside and picturesque villages, taking from 3 to 4 hours, depending on the pace you go and how long you stop along the route. Not suitable for beginners.
Bus/Coach Tour
Tours around the region to learn about the famous Pendle Witches, to improve your photography or to learn of Burnley's heritage.
Market Town
BURNLEY
Burnley is a large market town in the north-east of Lancashire. The town nestles in a natural three forked valley surrounded by pleasant countryside which evolves into wild moorland at higher altitudes.
Countryside
Nelson
Barrowford is a linear village situated to the north of Nelson on the A682. It has 17th and 18th century farmhouses and handloom weavers' cottages alongside the later 19th and 20th century mills.
Picnic Site
Barley
One the very best picnic sites in the North West, there are many footpaths in the area, and good walks can be obtained between Barley and the picturesque villages of Rimington and Downham in the shadow of Pendle Hill.
Parkland/Woodland Garden
Burnley
Towneley Park is the largest and most popular park in Burnley. It has a long history as a private estate, with much of it's current landscape the result of work carried out in the late eighteenth century by Charles Towneley.
Village
Wycoller is a picturesque hamlet famous for its the ruins of Wycoller Hall where Charlotte Brontë set part of Jane Eyre. Here you can walk over the historic "Clam Bridge" that dates back to the Iron Age.
Shop/Shopping Centre
Pendle
Come to Pendle and visit their fantastic indoor and outdoor markets!
Countryside
Burnley
This unspoilt village is situated in the beautiful Cliviger Gorge three miles south east of Burnley on the A646. The church is of particular interest; built by Thomas Dunham Whitaker in 1794 it is the burial place of several notable Burnley people.
Walking Route
Burnley
A varied and overall pleasant journey through East Lancashire's heartland, immerse yourself in the history, heritage and wholly diverse wildlife on any one of the six routes that make up The Burnley Way.
Town
The town was originally two villages, Little Marsden and Great Marsden. However, the advent of the railways in the late 19th century resulted in the new town of Nelson being given its Town Charter by Queen Victoria.
Village
Burnley
Lying approximately three miles east of the town centre, this historic village with its close association with the Thursby family, great benefactors of the Burnley area.
Market Town
Colne is an ancient market town steeped in history (parts of the parish church date back to the 11th century). Birthplace of Wallace Hartley (band master on the Titanic) and home of The Great British R&B Festival.
Canal / Waterway / Marina
Foulridge, Colne
Foulridge Canal cruises has been operating under the present ownership for 23 years on the tranquil countryside section of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal at Foulridge Canal Wharf, 2 miles from the end of the M65 motorway in Colne.
Village
Burnley
The picturesque hamlet of Briercliffe is situated approximately 3 miles north of Burnley with views over Thursden Valley. This stone built community was once a centre for the cotton industry and contains many interesting and historic buildings dating
Sports Ground / Stadium
Burnley
One of the founding members of the football league, Burnley Football Club has a terrific atmosphere for all the family and offers pre-match tours and meals, which should be booked in advance.
Equestrian
Burnley
The Mary Towneley Loop takes you on a journey through the South Pennines on the Lancashire and Yorkshire borders.
Adventure Park / Playground
Simonstone, Burnley
Outdoor Elements is a team building and outdoor activity centre accessible to towns across Lancashire and Greater Manchester. Catering for all groups including corporate, education, youth groups and private parties.
Fishing
Burnley
Boothman Park itself offers fishing, archery, walking, bird watching, deer watching and amazing photographic opportunities.
Parkland/Woodland Garden
Burnley
Memorial Park in Padiham is on two sites linked by a riverside walk along the banks of the River Calder, the upper section has traditional flower beds and shrubberies while in the lower section you will find sports facilities.