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Newsholme walks
A riverside ramble and picnic beside the Ribble from Bolton by Bowland
Visorando Member
2.72 mi
+253 ft
-243 ft
1h 30
Easy
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.
Beacon Hill from the Spread Eagle Inn, Sawley
5.31 mi
+728 ft
-732 ft
3h 05
Moderate
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.
Downham and Pendle Hill
Association / Club / Walk leader10.53 mi
+1,949 ft
-1,952 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Sawley (Lancashire)
Over the hill to pretty Downham and onwards to the top of the iconic Lancashire landmark.
Swanside Bridge and Sawley Abbey
2.59 mi
+197 ft
-200 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Sawley (Lancashire)
A medieval packhorse bridge, a pretty stream, and a stroll through the village past the abbey ruins.
Downham village
3.99 mi
+351 ft
-331 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Sawley (Lancashire)
Three highlights: Swanside packhorse bridge, the idyllic village of Downham, and the ruins of Sawley Abbey.
Bolton-by-Bowland
4.66 mi
+187 ft
-180 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Sawley (Lancashire)
Explore the Ribble and its tributaries, find three medieval crosses, and visit a pretty village.
⚠️ Please check the review as the gate at Grid Ref 779484 might be locked at waypoint (4), if you did the route, please help the author and let us know what the situation is. 😉
The foothills of Pendle from the Assheton Arms, Downham
4.82 mi
+584 ft
-554 ft
2h 45
Moderate
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
4.23 mi
+358 ft
-331 ft
2h 15
Easy
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.
Pendle Hill from Downham (short version)
6.37 mi
+1,542 ft
-1,519 ft
4h 15
Moderate
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.
Downham via Worston
5.89 mi
+407 ft
-384 ft
3h 05
Moderate
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.
Foulridge via Noyna Hill
6.13 mi
+587 ft
-614 ft
3h 20
Moderate
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.
Panoramic views of Pendle from the Calf's Head, Worston
2.65 mi
+174 ft
-174 ft
1h 20
Easy
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.
Malham Tarn and Cove via the bio-diverse pastures under Pikedaw Hill.
7.50 mi
+1,227 ft
-1,204 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
An interesting circular walk from the delightful village of Malham. Up through the pasture below Pikedaw Hill to the well mark footpaths that lead across to Langscar Gate and then Malham Tarn, which is a great place to pic-nic. The return leg is via the dry valley of Watlowes to Malham Cove with its spectacular limestone pavement. Descend via the well made steps and then the less trodden footpath to the East of the village.
The Dales High Way and Settle from Malham
11.15 mi
+1,706 ft
-1,680 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
A nice circular walk from Malham in a westerly direction towards Settle and then curving north past Attermire Scar with a detour to explore Victoria Cave. The loop returns towards Malham via Malham Cove. Interesting and varied scenery throughout the walk and mostly on well maintained paths or tracks.
Gordale Scar, Malham Tarn and Malham Cove
8.13 mi
+768 ft
-761 ft
4h 25
Difficult
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
A great circular walk from Malham village, taking in Janet's Cave / Foss, Gordale Scar, Malham Tarn, the limestone pavement at the top of Malham Cove and the cove itself before finishing back at the car. Consistently interesting and varied scenery.
⚠️Please note that there is a scramble up steep water worn rock in Goredale between waypoints (2) and (3). Some people might find this challenging and please do not attend to do this part when it is raining or icy! However an alternative is possible.
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