Parbold and District Ramblers - walk
Oct 6, 2024 at 09:00
Parbold and District Ramblers
Sunday 6th October 2024 - Barrowford and The Canal
Meet at Parbold Shops at 9.00 a.m. to begin walk at 10. a.m.
Barrowford Heritage Centre…… Postcode BB9 6JQ
Directions
Take the M6 North to Junction 29.
Take M65 East to junction 13.
At the roundabout take 2nd exit (682) and continue along through Barrowford.
Look out for the Brown sign for Pendle Heritage Centre which is just before The George and Dragon, a white pub, on the left.
Turn immediately RIGHT here into Colne Road.
Cross the small bridge and the car park for the Heritage Centre is on the right.
(On the left is an overflow car park. Car parking here is £1 per hour with the first hour free. Payment is on exit (ANPR)
The Walk
This is a pleasant walk of approx. 5 ½ miles on mostly flat terrain with good paths. There is a short steady incline at one point on a lane but we can take this slowly.
The walk takes in Barrowford Locks and canal towpaths, woodland and open countryside with lovely views of the surrounding area.
We encountered only a few muddy parts but sturdy boots and sticks are recommended as conditions may deteriorate.
Care must be taken crossing two VERY busy main roads.
You are responsible for your own safety.
Refreshments
There will be a coffee stop and a stop for lunch in the country park. The café at the Heritage Centre is Licensed and provides a good range of food for those who would like to have lunch there.
Toilets are available at the Heritage Centre.
Walk Leaders : Jimmy Kelly : 01257 463057 (Lifts). M: 07484 801665. Margaret Fernie : 07447 449841