We looked through our archives to see what we recommended to you in previous years during May.

Great British Life: The view of Pendle Hill from WiswellThe view of Pendle Hill from Wiswell (Image: John Lenehan) Whalley and the Nick of Pendle
May 2021 issue
This walk starts at the busy Spring Wood car park and climbs to the Nick of Pendle and then takes in the picturesque villages of Pendleton and Wiswell. A bit of everything in this one and some wonderful views.
Click here to view the details of the Nick of Pendle walk

Great British Life: Pendle from Hameldon Scouts by John LenehanPendle from Hameldon Scouts by John Lenehan (Image: Archant)

Hameldon Scouts
May 2019 issue
A fantastic high-level walk with open moor and stunning views taking both Hameldon Scouts and Great Hameldon.
Click here to view the details of the Hameldon Scouts walk

Great British Life: Bolton by Bowland village green by John LenehanBolton by Bowland village green by John Lenehan (Image: Archant)

Bolton by Bowland
May 2018 issue
Head for the south-east corner of the Forest of Bowland (it actually was officially part of Yorkshire many moons ago) and explore the surrounding countryside.
Click here to view the details of the Bolton by Bowland walk

Great British Life: Trough of Bowland by John LenehanTrough of Bowland by John Lenehan (Image: Archant)

Trough of Bowland
May 2017 issue
This circular walk takes in part of the only true main road over the fells through the Trough of Bowland and then climbs to the uplands, rewarding you with stunning views into the beautiful valley of the Brennand River.
Click here to view the details of the Trough of Bowland walk

Great British Life: Cockersands Abbey by John LenehanCockersands Abbey by John Lenehan (Image: Archant)

Glasson Dock and Cockersands Abbey
May 2016 issue
Pick a lovely day and take a camera and some binoculars to look at the wildlife and birds on this coastal walk.
Click here to view the details of the Glasson Dock walk

Riley Green
May 2015 issue
Head to Riley Green and trace the River Darwen before passing by the medieval manor house at Hoghton Tower.
Click here to view the details of the Riley Green walk


All the routes were correct at the time of publication, over time access to certain parts of the walk may be subject to change. We advise you acquire a recent OS map of the area you plan to visit and confirm there are no major changes.