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Higherford Packhorse Bridge – Barrowford Pond loop from Barrowford

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Higherford Packhorse Bridge – Barrowford Pond loop from Barrowford

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Higherford Packhorse Bridge – Barrowford Pond loop from Barrowford

01:08

4.23km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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1.40 km

Higherford Packhorse Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Constructed in the late 16th or early 17th century, this bridge was ingeniously designed to accommodate packhorse trains transporting coal from the vicinity of Gisburn. As the town's oldest bridge, …

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1.84 km

Pendle Heritage Centre

Highlight • Structure

The Pendle Heritage Centre, converted from the historic Park Hill House, is dedicated to the region's history and culture. There's a museum where you can learn about the infamous Witch …

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2.15 km

Barrowford Pond

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The village of Barrowford is the traditional start point for the Pendle Way, a 45-mile (72 km) loop of the Pendle district. The hike begins from the Pendle Heritage Centre, …

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3.43 km

Pendle Water Old Weir

Highlight • Structure

3.52 km

Old Oak Tree Cottage

Highlight • Settlement

The old tennis club!!

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4.23 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.16 km

1.13 km

999 m

761 m

155 m

Surfaces

1.82 km

1.23 km

1.01 km

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Tuesday 30 June

20°C

13°C

44 %

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Higherford Packhorse Bridge – Barrowford Pond loop from Barrowford

Higherford Packhorse Bridge

Pendle Heritage Centre

Barrowford Pond

Pendle Water Old Weir

Old Oak Tree Cottage

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