Welcome to Burnley – An Outdoor Town

Designed to inspire healthier, happier lives, this website brings together Burnley’s fabulous outdoor spaces, local opportunities, activities, and events, all in one place.

Whether you’re taking your first step towards getting active, looking for new adventures, or simply wanting to meet others and enjoy nature, there’s something here for everyone.

From walking and cycling routes to family friendly events and volunteering opportunities, we’re here to help you explore more, feel better, and connect with the people and places in Burnley – An OutdoorTown.

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EVENTS & ACTIVITES

EXPLORE OUR OUTDOOR TOWN 365 DAYS OF THE YEAR

Adults cycling. Two using adapated hand cyles and one in a wheelchair.

Inclusive Cycling Thompson Park

16/04/26

Looking for a fun way to get active, try something new, or meet new people?Join us for Free Cycling Sessions every Thursday morning, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at Thompson Park. Whether you’re a seasoned...

Gardening with Friends of Towneley Park

16/04/26
Towneley Park

The friends of Towneley park meet every Thursday at the Friends Meeting Room. The meeting room can be found near the bowling green behind the Italian gardens and close to...

Free Cycling Sessions

16/04/26
Thompson Park

Looking for a fun way to get active, try something new, or meet new people?Join us for Free Cycling Sessions every Thursday morning, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at...

getting connencting

NEWS AND BLOGS

Teen Team Tops Beat the Street Leaderboard Before Heading to University

29/07/2025

Engaging teenage boys in community-wide activities can often be a challenge but Beat the Street Burnley continues to prove that the right mix of fun, competition, and exploration can spark...

Burnley residents have some of the best access to greenspaces in the North West

06/09/2024

This is an article and statistic we love to see! It is great to see that the work in the borough to prioritise the outdoors, and improve awareness and access...

Moving More, Feeling Better: Building Pride in Burnley Together 

14/04/2026
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It’s great to see a joined-up approach to making Burnley a place where being active is easy, attractive, and enjoyable. The Pride in Place Fund is helping bring the #OutdoorTown vision...

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