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Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir – Roddlesworth Reservoirs loop from Blackburn with Darwen

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United Kingdom

England

North West England

Blackburn with Darwen

Darwen

Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir – Roddlesworth Reservoirs loop from Blackburn with Darwen

Moderate

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Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir – Roddlesworth Reservoirs loop from Blackburn with Darwen

01:10

10.3km

210m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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16 m

The Sunnyhurst Pub

Highlight • Pub

The Sunnyhurst pub is often frequented by hikers who have tackled the nearby objective of Darwen Tower or been for an amble in the beautiful Sunnyhurst Woods. It's a classic …

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551 m

Sunnyhurst Wood

Highlight • Trail

Sunnyhurst Wood is popular with walkers and often linked with a hike up to Darwen Tower on Darwen Moor. Through the heart of this 85-acre (34 ha) wooded valley flows …

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1.24 km

Sunnyhurst Wood

Highlight • Forest

Paths meander up the steeped sided valley beside Sunnyhurst Brook, past the paddling pool, over ornate bridges up to Earnsdale reservoir, onto Darwen moor, Jubilee tower and beyond.
With seven …

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1.58 km

Earnsdale Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Earnsdale reservoir (Dean) is situated in the shadow of Darwen Tower, close to Sunnyhurst wood, which is a beautiful 85-acre wooded valley and is a beautiful location for family walks …

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3.22 km

Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Such a peaceful spot to stop off at. The children loved it.

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3.47 km

Bridge Crossing the Roddlesworth Reservoirs

Highlight • Forest

This is a lovely bridge crossing between the two Roddlesworth Reservoir's. You're surrounded by gorgeous woodland and plenty of wildlife. Dog-walkers are welcome, as long as you keep the pups on a lead.

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3.89 km

Woodland Trail by Lower Roddlesworth Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The woodland next to the Lower Roddlesworth Reservoir is perfect for cycling through with its tall mature deciduous trees towering above. The woods truly come to life in the summer …

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4.52 km

Roddlesworth Reservoirs

Highlight • Trail

Often reservoirs are surrounded by rather desolate hills with few trees. Happily, the trio of reservoirs here on the River Roddlesworth are somewhat different! Surrounded by beautiful mature deciduous woodland these paths are perfect for a relaxed ride.

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10.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.55 km

1.68 km

1.44 km

1.30 km

320 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.75 km

1.79 km

1.75 km

1.06 km

942 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

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Sunday 17 May

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Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir – Roddlesworth Reservoirs loop from Blackburn with Darwen

The Sunnyhurst Pub

Sunnyhurst Wood

Sunnyhurst Wood

Earnsdale Reservoir

Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir

Bridge Crossing the Roddlesworth Reservoirs

Woodland Trail by Lower Roddlesworth Reservoir

Roddlesworth Reservoirs

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