Walks

Hundreds of Santas are expected to once again take part in tomorrow’s Jingle All The Way walk in Chorley for Derian House

Santa Clauses are coming to Chorley town this weekend

Robert Flood, Movember ambassador

How to take part in 60km walk to create Lancashire's biggest moustache

Pendle Hill is renowned for its links to witchcraft and devil worship.

Ghost hunters invited to follow in the footsteps of the Pendle Witches

Councillor Jonathan Brook, Leader of Westmorland and Furness Council, cuts the ribbon to officially launch the Westmorland and Furness Way

UK’s newest long-distance walking trail officially opens

Witchy things to do in Lancashire

9 'witchy' things to do in Lancashire as Practical Magic 2 comes out

Early Autumn

15 autumn walks to try in Lancashire now we're in the 'Ber' months

Here are selection of fantastic Lancashire walks to take advantage of during the good weather.

7 stunning Lancashire walks to enjoy as warmer weather returns

Hands up if you want to adopt Enzo the towel wearing Dachshund who is currently at the RSPCA in Lancashire waiting on his forever human

Hands up if you want to adopt Enzo the towel wearing Dachshund

Smiling Dachshund Avril who lost her elderly partner and is currently at the RSPCA Preston needs a home

Smiling Dachshund who lost her elderly partner needs a home

The valley and high pass in the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is popular with visitors, particularly walkers and cyclists.

New app to help you explore Lancashire's Forest of Bowland

Jude the baby alpaca named after Jude Bellingham, at Alpaca Fold, Samlesbury, wears an England bow tie ahead of the Semi Final clash

Baby alpaca Jude supports England in World Cup

An investigation is currently underway after a Belgian Malinois was found dead in a car on one of the hottet days of the year.

Breaking Police confirm breed of dog found dead in boiling hot car

Tal's new Swiss footcare range has landed at Boots, featuring targeted treatments for dry skin, cracked heels and tired feet.

Review: The Boots footcare range that's transformed my tired feet

The extra-large Pecute mat gives dogs a spacious cooling surface for warmer days at home or while travelling

This extra-large dog cooling mat is £16.50 cheaper at Amazon

Please come and adopt me - meet smiling Staffie Bonnie currently at the RSPCA Lancs East branch

Please come and adopt me - meet the smiling Staffie at the RSPCA

Rab's new lightweight waterproof is a superb top layer for outdoor adventures

Rab Firewall Light waterproof jacket review: pricey but polished
Rab’s latest lightweight waterproof jacket focuses less on extreme mountain survival and more on comfort, practicality and wearability in unpredictable British weather
Gareth Butterfield

Stanley Park's Art Deco Cafe: Nestled within the picturesque surroundings of Blackpool’s Stanley Park and offering views of the elegant Italian Gardens, the historic Art Deco Parks Cafe is a one-of-a-kind licensed venue. With striking interior design and a stunning outdoor seating area, it's an ideal spot to relax and for children to play. The cafe boasts a warm, friendly atmosphere and a thoughtfully curated menu featuring a mix of light bites, hearty classics and refreshing salads.

25 best parks in Lancashire for a sunny stroll, including Stanley Park

Meet handsome boy Oakley - a four year old Cocker Spaniel-Beagle cross currently with the East Lancs RSPCA who is looking for his forever home.

Meet four-year-old Cocker Spaniel x Beagle Oakley who needs a home

From left, Rachel Maddock, Chris Maddock, Jack Toner and Lauren Nutten, organisers of the second annual Preston Sup and Mooch, a 15-mile walk, which includes 15 pubs, starting and ending in Preston city centre, next month, raising funds for Lancashire Mind charity.

Preston's charity pub crawl Sup & Mooch to take place next month

Columbia’s Hike Dry collection is built for unpredictable UK weather, combining waterproof protection with lightweight, breathable comfort

I tested Columbia’s Hike Dry range for Britain’s wettest walks

13 of the best spots for a beautiful spring walk in and around Preston

Hotel searches using the ‘pet-friendly’ filter are up 28% year on year.

Ad Feature KAYAK reveals the UK’s top breaks for slow travel with a dog

Merrell's Accentor Sport 3s are selling fast at this price - and it's little wonder

My favourite Merrell walking shoes drop to £69.97 in Go Outdoors deal

‘Safer Pods’ have been installed at Bold Venture Park in Darwen in the hope of deterring anti-social behaviour following several reports of damage.

Police issue statement on why CCTV has been installed in park

Charity Glass and Lego Walk at Royal Preston Hospital

Do you fancy walking across Lego and glass shards barefoot- for fun?

Kristy Mullen (left) on a hike

I’m walking 100km across Montenegro for breast cancer awareness

Bargain boots are a great find at this time of year - when there's still plenty of mud around

£59.99 walking boots are down to £16.99 on Amazon right now
A rare Amazon deal has slashed the price of waterproof men’s walking boots to just £16.99
Gareth Butterfield

Sunnyhurst Wood, Darwen

I went to the Lancashire hidden gem with its own paddling pool

Lancashire is filled with places that become especially magical in winter

15 romantic places to visit with your loved one this festive period

Dare you be an intrepid traveller this Halloween and venture on one of these 10 walks said to be "spooky"?

The 10 creepiest walks you can take this Halloween season

Make the most of the weather before winter arrives with 11 fantastic beach walks you can take in the UK during the Autumn season.

The 11 picturesque beaches named the best in the UK

Troy Deeney and Taylor Gardner-Hickman met football fans to discuss club community projects that help them support each other

Troy Deeney eyes up a move to MasterChef or The Great British Bake Off

Over a quarter of Brits turn into a ‘cosy comfort seeker’ as soon as the season starts to shif

Best things about autumn revealed - including crunchy leaves

The car made it difficult for walkers to pass by

‘Mystery vehicle’ cleared from public footpath for blocking right of way

Melusi Xaba was arrested after his flight from Banjul landed at Manchester Airport

Manchester ranks worst on Which airport list

Morecambe Bay Walk cancelled due to 'safety concerns'

We appreciate it's sad news - walk cancelled due to safety concerns

Sunnyhurst Wood, Darwen

I went to the Lancashire hidden gem with its own paddling pool

Take a look at 13 celebrates you can see live in Lancashire in August

Britpop icons are just 1 of the star acts to see in Lancs this month

Take a look at 13 celebrates you can see live in Lancashire in August

13 of the biggest stars you can see live in Lancashire in August

I'm in love with this Preston 4-bed home's stunning kitchen

Take a look at 25 of the biggest stars appearing on the next series of The Weakest Link

25 biggest stars appearing on the next series of The Weakest Link

Stanley Park's Art Deco Cafe: Nestled within the picturesque surroundings of Blackpool’s Stanley Park and offering views of the elegant Italian Gardens, the historic Art Deco Parks Cafe is a one-of-a-kind licensed venue. With striking interior design and a stunning outdoor seating area, it's an ideal spot to relax and for children to play. The cafe boasts a warm, friendly atmosphere and a thoughtfully curated menu featuring a mix of light bites, hearty classics and refreshing salads.

25 of the top Lancashire parks to visit in summer 2025

Pets can improve owners' health and give a mood boost

Top 10 must-knows for dog and cat owners

Take a look at the leaked Celebrity Big Brother line-up for the new series which starts on Monday.

Full Celebrity Big Brother line-up - inc a Lancs festival headliner

55 per cent had moments where they questioned their future in education

Students' biggest concerns - including exam stress and money

A mum and dad will walk from their home in Farington, Leyland, to Blackpool Central Pier Beach in memory of their baby daughter, Ariya, on what would have been her first birthday.

We are walking miles to a special place in memory of our baby

Ted the cavapoo puppy

Puppy diary: I now have a 6-month-old dog and this is what it’s like

Hornby Tea Rooms up for sale

'Extremely popular' cafe on Coast to Coast walk is put up for sale

25 scenic parks in Lancashire

Discover 25 scenic parks in Lancashire for a relaxing weekend walk

15 scenic dog-friendly walks to explore in Lancashire

15 scenic dog-friendly walks to explore in Lancashire in 2025

Treadmills can be used for indoor running and walking, which is great for staying fit

Cheapest home treadmill deals on Amazon right now

The Bob and Brad Lite Foot Massager

Review: This foot massager is a dream come true for cold winter nights

A stunning shot of Rivington Pike on a sunny day.

I think everyone should see Blackpool at least once in their life!

The path in Walton-le-Dale before work was completed. Pictured is Coun Jeff Couperthwaite.

'We've been asking for years' - muddy path finally useable

31 reasons why Lancashire is the best place to live in the UK

Lancashire Day: 31 reasons why our county is better than Yorkshire

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