The end of summer doesn’t mean the end of outdoor adventures.
We might now be in the ‘ber’ months, but this is a great time to explore the very best of Lancashire as the leaves start to change colour and crisper air moves in.
For inspiration on where to visit, take a look at the 15 places we’ve found below:
9. Buckshaw Village
Start: Cuerden Valley Park. Lower Kem Mill Car Park (Pay & display). PR6 7EA Distance : 3 miles Time: 1.5 - 2 hours Grade: Easy walking on well-maintained paths and cycle track Map: OS Explorer 285 Southport & Chorley
10. Longridge
Start: The Corporation Arms Longridge PR3 2YJ Distance : 3.8 miles Time: 2-3 hours Grade: Easy with gentle inclines Map: OS Explorer 287 The West Pennine Moors
11. Whalley
Start: Spring Wood Picnic Site Accrington Road near Whalley Distance : 5.5 miles Time: 3 hours Grade: Overall easy but with two climbs. The route involves crossing the A59 twice which is at most times of day a busy road. Map: OS Explorer 287 West Pennine Moors
12. Hoghton
Start: Hoghton Village Hall car park PR5 0SG Distance : 8 miles Time: 4-5 hours Grade: Moderate - the route has three climbs two shortish and one involving 1⁄2 mile of steady ascent from the River Darwin to Alum Scar. Map: Map: OS Explorer 287 West Pennine Moors