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Higherford Packhorse Bridge – Barrowford Locks loop from Barrowford

Bike touring routes & trails

North West England

Higherford Packhorse Bridge – Barrowford Locks loop from Barrowford

Moderate

5

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Higherford Packhorse Bridge – Barrowford Locks loop from Barrowford

01:04

16.5km

160m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

308 m

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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2

730 m

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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3

1.04 km

Barrowford Pond

Highlight • Lake

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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4

8.82 km

Reedley Marina

Highlight • River

5

10.2 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Brierfield

Highlight • Trail

Make sure you have a bell for the canal, lots of walkers.

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6

10.2 km

Up Active Bike Service Station

Highlight • Cycleway

7

15.0 km

Barrowford Locks

Highlight • Historical Site

8

15.0 km

Canal Locks Near Burnley

Highlight • Bridge

B

16.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.76 km

6.64 km

1.81 km

795 m

531 m

Surfaces

10.3 km

5.11 km

1.13 km

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