Sunnyhurst Wood & Darwen Moor

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Overview

From Darwen station, an exploration of Sunnyhurst Woods and Darwen Moor. How much of Darwen Moor will depend on the weather and ground conditions.

Tuesday, 7 January 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: 274.3m / 900ft
Type:: circular

Opportunity for refreshments after the walk.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 69461 22449
Nearest postcode:: BB3 3BZ
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Meet Darwen Station, northbound platform (trains from Bolton). There are 2 small pay & display car parks by the railway station, 57 Railway Road Car Park & Atlas Road Car Park. There is free parking at Darwen Market a few minutes walk from the station.

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