Nick of Pendle – Downham Village loop from Brierfield

Nick of Pendle – Downham Village loop from Brierfield

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Nick of Pendle – Downham Village loop from Brierfield

03:40

63.6km

1,380m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 5, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 49.6 km for 127 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.05 km

Back Lane Climb Out of Sabden

Highlight • Viewpoint

Horrid steep climb away from the Nick O Pendle - lovely views in all directions though

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7.12 km

Descent Into Sabden

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Steep and very narrow descent before Sabden and the start of the Nick O'Pendle climb.

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9.22 km

A good climb from either side. Climbing it from the north is my favoured route (7% 1.3 miles). For those wanting a break try the Wellsprings Café / Spanish Mexican Restaurant, about half way up from the North.

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21.7 km

Waddington Fell

Mountain Pass

24.6 km

Newton Fell Summit

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A particularly steep section on the Waddington Fell Climb. As you approach it from Newton it can look particularly daunting, bit of a stinger at an average of 8% but …

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28.1 km

Slaidburn War Memorial

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A quiet spot to take in the past on the way through this lovely village in the heart of the Forest of Bowland. The YHA on the square is an excellent Base for a weekend adventure

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38.5 km

Two Gates Plantation

Forest

49.6 km

Mill Wood

Forest

50.8 km

Downham Village

Highlight • Pub

Amazing little village with excellent pub (Assheton Arms). The entire village has been owned by one family since 1558 so every property is rented. No satellite dishes are permitted, overhead …

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54.6 km

Pendle Road Ascent from Twiston

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lengthy but gradual climb up to some spectacular views over Big End

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55.9 km

Pendle Hill

Highlight • Natural Monument

Pendle Hill at 557m is an isolated peak west of the Pennines and south of the main Forest of Bowland range. It is actually part of the Forest of Bowland …

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