Hardcastle Crags and Gibson mill
Departure from Calderdale (West Yorkshire)
Lovely walk in the wood to see Gibson mill and Hardcastle Crags following the Hebden river. Best during spring time to see the bluebells.
Luddenden Foot Circular
Departure from Calderdale (West Yorkshire)
This Calderdale walk takes you into an area that was once a dense hive of mills and industry: spinning, carding and weaving. Today much of the industry has long since departed and you can enjoy the scenic highlights of this area.
Towneley Hall via Holme Chapel
Departure from Burnley (Lancashire)
The walk starts from Towneley Hall Burnley and follows the anticlockwise circular route via Holme Chapel.
Singing Ringing Tree
Departure from Burnley (Lancashire)
The walk starts from Towneley Hall Burnley and follows the anticlockwise circular route via Golf Course, Singing Ringing Tree sound sculpture.
Rossendale from Water
Departure from Borough of Rossendale (Lancashire)
The walk starts from Dean Lane, Water in Rossendale (01Start) and follows the anticlockwise circular route via Small Shaw trig point.
Haworth Moor and Bronte Bridge
Departure from Haworth and Stanbury (West Yorkshire)
A short walk that visits the Bronte Bridge and includes some wwalking on the Haworth Moors.
Top Withins and the Bronte Bridge from Haworth
Departure from Haworth and Stanbury (West Yorkshire)
Top Withins is an excellent objective for a walk from Haworth in the South Pennines. The Brontë family have strong associations with Haworth and this walk onto the moors perhaps gives you the chance to experience the landscape that dominated their writing.
Foulridge via Noyna Hill
Departure from Foulridge (Lancashire)
The walk starts opposite Church of Saint Michael and All Angels and follows the anticlockwise circular route via Foulridge Reservoir, Noyna Hill and Leeds Liverpool canal.
Shibden Dale
Departure from Calderdale (West Yorkshire)
Explore the valley short cut option and a surprise.
Calderdale Way taster
Departure from Calderdale (West Yorkshire)
An energetic and varied walk sampling the Calderdale and Brinle Way.
Shibden Hall
Departure from Calderdale (West Yorkshire)
An easy, mostly level stroll to a local landmark.
Pendle Hill from Barley Green (use in mist)
Departure from Barley-with-Wheatley Booth (Lancashire)
This Lancashire route in the Forest of Bowland starts from the attractive village of Barley Green and climbs to the summit of Pendle Hill using the direct route. The descent is easier in mist or poor visibility. With strong associations to the witches of Pendle this walk also provides superb views over parts of Lancashire and the Yorkshire Dales.
Pendle Hill
Departure from Barley-with-Wheatley Booth (Lancashire)
Very famous circular walk to do Pendle Hill summit from Barley village. Dog friendly.
Simonstone from the Best Western Higher Trapp Hotel
Departure from Simonstone (Lancashire)
Admire spectacular views of Pendle and the South Pennines as you pass through pastoral countryside. The trees along the route are also particularly interesting, with the route passing through beautiful old beech woods on the lowland following the shapes of weathered trees on the high ground. Long steady climb and a little wet in a few places.
The Pots & Pans from Uppermill
Departure from Oldham (Greater Manchester)
This Peak District walk offers a relatively easy way to enjoy the moors and views above Uppermill in Oldham. The route includes a visit to the Obelisk above Uppermill.
Downham via Worston
Departure from Downham (Lancashire)
The walk starts from Information Barn Downham and follows the anticlockwise circular route via Worsaw Hill, Worston and Little Mearley Hall.
Pendle Hill from Downham (short version)
Departure from Downham (Lancashire)
This Lancashire walk starts from the pretty village of Downham and provides a relatively easy ascent of Pendle Hill. In good weather the views are extensive over the Ribble Valley to the Yorkshire Dales and the Southern Lake District, across Burnley to the Southern Pennines and across Clitheroe to the Trough of Bowland. The route is fairly easy to follow although do be careful during the descent as paths shown on maps are not very accurate.
The foothills of Pendle from the Assheton Arms, Downham
Departure from Downham (Lancashire)
This adventurous hike explores the foothills of Pendle, offering extensive views of the Ribble Valley, before diving into the wooded valleys beneath its flanks. It's the perfect route for a Sunday morning ramble or a summer evening amble.
Downham via Chatburn
Departure from Downham (Lancashire)
The walk starts from St Leonard Church on Downham main Street and follows the clockwise circular route via Worsaw Hill, Chatburn and packhorse bridge.
Panoramic views of Pendle from the Calf's Head, Worston
Departure from Worston (Lancashire)
Explore the scenic foothills of the splendid Pendle Hill and enjoy panoramic views across the magnificent Ribble Valley, before returning to the cosy Calf’s Head, in the beautiful village of Worston, for a tasty meal.
Jumbles Country Park
Departure from Bury (Greater Manchester)
Descend through flowery pastures and then circumnavigate a scenic wooded reservoir.
Top o’ th’ Knotts
Departure from Bury (Greater Manchester)
A contouring farmland stroll with wide views over Bolton to Winter Hill.
Two Brooks Valley
Departure from Bury (Greater Manchester)
Pleasant farmland walking with a pretty interlude along a wooded stream valley.
Dove Stone reservoir
Departure from Oldham (Greater Manchester)
Great easy walk around Dove Stone reservoir. Can be busy during summer holiday.
Dog Friendly.
Beacon Hill from the Spread Eagle Inn, Sawley
Departure from Sawley (Lancashire)
Admire spectacular panoramic views of the Yorkshire Dales, the Bowland Fells and the Ribble Valley on this rewarding hike to the summit of Beacon Hill before returning to the Spread Eagle via ancient drovers’ tracks for a well-deserved drink.
Swanside Bridge and Sawley Abbey
Departure from Sawley (Lancashire)
A medieval packhorse bridge, a pretty stream, and a stroll through the village past the abbey ruins.
Downham and Pendle Hill
Departure from Sawley (Lancashire)
Over the hill to pretty Downham and onwards to the top of the iconic Lancashire landmark.
Downham village
Departure from Sawley (Lancashire)
Three highlights: Swanside packhorse bridge, the idyllic village of Downham, and the ruins of Sawley Abbey.
Saddleworth Edges
Departure from Oldham (Greater Manchester)
Absolute belter of a walk around 3 reservoirs with views from the top of Saddleworth moor, climbing down a cascading waterfall, all utterly stunning.
Bolton-by-Bowland
Departure from Sawley (Lancashire)
Explore the Ribble and its tributaries, find three medieval crosses, and visit a pretty village.
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A riverside ramble and picnic beside the Ribble from Bolton by Bowland
Departure from Bolton-by-Bowland (Lancashire)
This walk takes in some beautiful Bowland scenery, on a clear day you will get a great view of Pendle Hill.
The Swastika and Badger Stones
Departure from Ilkley (West Yorkshire)
Enigmatic rock carvings and all the best-loved highlights of Ilkley Moor.
Cow and Calf
Departure from Ilkley (West Yorkshire)
Onto Ilkley Moor for fine views, a historic well cottage and iconic rock formations.
River Wharfe and Ilkley Moor
Departure from Ilkley (West Yorkshire)
A walk alongside the River Wharfe to historic Ilkley town centre, with a return via the Cow & Calf.
Holme & Marsden Clough from Ramsden Reservoir
Departure from Holme Valley (West Yorkshire)
The South Pennines are part of the Peak District National Park and this walk explores the moors to the west of Holme. The route uses well trodden paths and tracks and offers some fine views during the course of the walk.
Barden Bridge and the Strid from Bolton Abbey
Departure from Bolton Abbey (North Yorkshire)
This walk follows the River Wharfe from Bolton Abbey to Barden Bridge in the Yorkshire Dales. One of the highlights of the walk is the Strid, a narrow rocky defile, through which the River Wharfe thunders through. The walk has few gradients and includes some pleasant woodland.
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