Walks under 5 miles

What better way than to explore Lancashire's countryside than a short walk. The walks below are all 5 miles or under and are all available to download.

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The Tolkien Trail
5 Miles

Walk in the footsteps of author J.R.R. Tolkien who regularly stayed at Stonyhurst College in the Ribble Valley. This walk explores the richly beautiful surrounding that inspired him and a number of names which occur in 'The Lord of the Rings' are similar to those found locally.

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Darwen Tower Walk 1
2 Miles

A West Pennine Moors Trail, Darwen Tower celebrates Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897 and to many local people it also celebrated the freeing of Darwen Moor in the previous year.

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Darwen Tower Walk 2
2 Miles

A West Pennine Moors Trail starting at Sunnyhurst Wood Lychgate car park, this circular walk takes in some fantastic views of the surrounding countryside from Darwen Moors.

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Brontes in Pendle
4.5 mile walk

From windswept moors to hidden valleys, walk in the landscape that inspired the Brontës. Starting in the village of Trawden, the walk passes 17th century farmhouses and the beauty spot of Lumb Spout before taking the old moorland pack horse trail to the village of Wycoller with its Brontë associations.

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Carnforth Canal Walks
4.5 - 6 mile walks

The four easy walks detailed in this leaflet allowing ample time and opportunity to explore the countryside which links two of England's Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty; The Forest of Bowland and Arnside and Silverdale.

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Hurst Grange Park Ramble
3 Miles

Observe views of the Preston skyline, pass under railway bridges and follow riverside paths on this ramble in South Ribble.

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Longton Brickcroft Nature Reserve Ramble
5 Miles

A five mile ramble beginning at the Visitor Centre and taking in Longton marsh, the Ribble Way and the old Preston to Southport railway line.

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Ramble From Worden Park
3 Miles

This three mile ramble takes in Worden Park's Arboretum, Shawbrook stream and fantastic views across the Lancashire plain.

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Ramble from Nabs Head Samlesbury
4.5 Miles

This ramble takes in some of the best countryside in the area and footpaths go close to a spectacular river valley but in certain parts it can be quite strenuous.

NOTICE: Part of the Nabs Head ramble is closed to public access due to engineering work by Lancashire County Council. This closure will be for a undisclosed time and affects the Alum Scar woodland area only. Alternative routes can be found on the OS Explorer (19) map series or by contacting the Ranger Service at parks@southribble.gov.uk or on 01772 422316.

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Ramble from Much Hoole
3 Miles

A very pleasing three mile walk through lowland Lancashire on the extreme western edge of South Ribble.

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Ramble from Gregson Lane
3.5 miles

Admire views over Preston and the Bowland Moors and see the very old Catholic Church of St. Josephs on this ramble that crosses stiles and streams in South Ribble.

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Lunesdale Walk
4-7 miles

A walk through the rich landscapes of Lancashire's Lune Valley. Catch glimpses of Morecambe Bay and the mountains of South Cumbria as well as the prospect of Ingleborough from several vantage points.

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Ramble in Leyland Woodland
4.5 Miles

Follow this ramble trough Hocking Wood, Malt Kiln Wood and between the trees along the River Lostock.

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Longridge Heritage Trails
1.5-2 miles

Two interesting walks around Longridge that track the village's heritage, from quarrying and textiles to religion and commerce.

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Gawthorpe Circular
4 miles

Discover Padiham and the surrounding countryside on this 4 mile circular walk. The walk includes natural woodlands and views of Gawthorpe Hall.

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Clitheroe Walks 1 -4

Edisford Bridge to Bringerley Bridge
Circular Walk
2 miles
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Brungerley Bridge to Grindleton Bridge via West Bradford Bridge Circular Walk
5 miles
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Edisford Bridge to Little Mitton
Circular Walk
5 Miles
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Castle Grounds to Standen Hey
Circular Walk
4 Miles
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Walks in Rossendale
Ranging from 1-4 miles

10 health walks throughout the Rossendale Area

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Walking for All
3-9 miles

Eight walks of different ability around Lancaster, Morecambe and the Lune Valley. Walks range from 3 to 9 miles.

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Walks to Top O'Slate & Halo
4 walks 1-3km

Four short walks in the Rossendale area of Lancashire, including a walk up to the Panopticon, Halo.

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Pendle Canal Walks
2-5 miles

A series of four walks around the Leeds Liverpool Canal in the Pendle area of Lancashire.

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Lancashire Creamy Cheese Walk
4 miles

A walk around Lancashire's artisan cheesemakers, known as "the Lancashire milk fields". The walk covers areas of the Forest of Bowland, around Chipping.

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Wycoller Panopticon Walk
1.5km walk

Circular 1.5km walk featuring the Atom Panopticon

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For more walks in the Forest of Bowland AONB visit www.forestofbowland.co.uk

And for yet more walking routes in Lancashire try www.lancashirewalks.com

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