An isolated upland in the east of Lancashire; the long, sweeping plateau of Pendle Hill has enthralled walkers for generations. Hikes to Pendle Hill are invigorating, across atmospheric moorland drenched …

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Location: Barley-With-Wheatley Booth, Pendle, Lancashire, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Roadie Steve 🚴‍♂️

October 24, 2018

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Steep climb up stone stairs from Barley. Can be a bit of a motorway from the Barley side, if you want a quieter walk, why not try from Downham.

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January 25, 2023

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An outlier of the fells of the main Forest of Bowland AONB, Pendle Hill is a superb standalone peak. At 1,827 feet (532 m), it's high enough to feel big and offers excellent views north into the Forest of Bowland and in other directions over the more populated areas of Lancashire.

Pendle is intertwined with myth and legend from jumping giants to the famous Witch Trials of the early 17th century.

Ian Delve

June 1, 2023

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Pendle Hill, LancashirePendle Hill looms over East Lancashire between the towns of Clitheroe and Nelson. With its distinctive humpback shape, visible for miles around from all directions, it is a …

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Pendle Hill Circular Walk

8.58km

02:42

340m

Embark on the Pendle Hill Circular Walk, a moderate hiking route that takes you across 5.3 miles (8.6 km) of varied terrain. You will experience a challenging ascent, gaining 1113…

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Clitheroe and Pendle Hill Loop

18.8km

05:39

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Hike the difficult 11.7-mile Clitheroe and Pendle Hill Loop, gaining 1872 feet with fantastic views over Ribble Valley and historical signif

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Lower Ogden Reservoir – Pendle Hill summit trig point loop from Barley-with-Wheatley Booth

7.93km

02:33

320m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Barley-With-Wheatley Booth, Pendle, Lancashire, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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