Walks in Rossendale
Join us for Ramblers Wellbeing Walks Rossendale, where we invite you to explore the scenic views of Rossendale through short and inclusive walks. Our walks offer a warm welcome and abundant support to encourage and sustain your active lifestyle.
Our walks are designed for all abilities, with easy terrain and a steady pace to accommodate everyone. These walks are perfect for people who are new to walking regularly.
With walks ranging from 10 to 90 minutes in length, you can choose the duration that suits you best.
Accessibility is key, and all our walks are reachable by foot or public transport, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to join us. Lace up your shoes, embrace the outdoors, and join our community as we embark on fulfilling walks around Rossendale.
Discover a variety of walks, from relaxed meanders through Whitaker Park, Rawtenstall to energising walks around Waterfoot. Explore wellness routes around Victoria Park, Haslingden and around Marl Pits, Rawtenstall track.
All walks can be found by clicking the button below.
Would you like to become a walk leader?
Take your walking to the next level by sharing your passion and leading walks in the Rossendale Valley.
Free training is provided to become a walk leader.
Have You Spotted Our Walking Boards?
Around Rossendale, you’ll find walking route boards in local centres and way markers along the trails. Why not follow one and try a walk near you?
Click below for the walking routes from Rossendale maps and descriptions:
• Haslingden
• Rawtenstall
• Waterfoot
• Bacup
• Whitworth
Explore your local area, enjoy the fresh air, and discover the beauty of the valley!
Rossendale 5K Routes
Discover three scenic 5K routes perfect for walking, jogging, or running, suitable for all fitness levels. Follow the way-markers and explore the beauty of the valley.
Other walking groups in Rossendale
Explore more walking opportunities in Rossendale with other walking groups, and don’t forget to stay informed about their upcoming walks by checking their website and social media channels for regular updates.
Rossendale Ramblers is for the seasoned walker. They walk around 9-11 miles every Wednesday in the month. They also run 6-ish mile walks on three Sundays most months, plus a couple of two-hour pub walks every month. The group has around 170 members and is regarded as one of the friendliest groups in the area. After attending 3 walks you will be asked if you would like to join. There is a small fee to join.
Empowering Walk Club – PEP Enterprise website
Set up to encourage inactive women and girls to actively engage with exercise. They offer a good mixture of walks; short, flattish local walks, medium sized walks with some hills involved and then some challenging walks. All walks are displayed on the Facebook page.
Home | Walking Guides in Lancashire Abigail’s Trails (abigailstrails.co.uk)
They offer a variety of walks all guided by a professional, qualified Mountain and Lowland Leaders who are Outdoor First Aid and Mental Health First Aid trained. They provide guided group walks, family walks and offer navigation training with a National Navigation Award Scheme.
Newground Together
Offer local walks from Haslingden, Whitewell Bottom and Stubbylee park in Bacup. Walks average between 2 to 6 miles and are weekly. For more information and to register for the walks please contact Michael Duckworth. Tel:07764 244766 or Email: mick.duckworth@newground.co.uk
Nordic Walking in Rossendale
Nordic walking is based on cross country skiing and has many health benefits over normal walking or trekking poles. For more information, please contact Hamish on 0796 731 8501 or email Hamish.willis1@ntlworld.com
Wellness Walks in Lancashire.
Check out the link for a variety of free walks across Lancashire and further afield to include the Peak District, Yorkshire Dales, and Cumbria. Walks are limited to 12 with fully qualified leaders who are also trained to support your mental wellbeing, to facilitate conversations, to listen and empower you. Some of these walks are mixed, some ladies only. Click here for the link.
Karl Matter – Mountain & Wellness Walking (Advance Walks across Lancashire)
Join Karl for a variety of advanced walks across Lancashire. Walk locations and routes vary each week, so there’s always somewhere new to explore. Click here for more information.