Walking
Step outside and uncover the sights and sounds that make Burnley truly special. From leisurely strolls along our charming canal to invigorating hikes through our lush parks and green spaces, every step offers an opportunity for discovery.
Wander through the historic streets of the town centre, where centuries of heritage come to life in the form of architectural marvels and hidden alleys waiting to be explored. Or venture off the beaten path and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside, where rolling hills, meandering rivers, and picturesque woodlands await your exploration.
Map shows the start points of each route. Click on the categories to find your kind of walk!
Big Burnley Walk Route – 2025
Burnley Cemetery History Walk
Canal Wellbeing Walk
Gawthorpe Circular
The Burnley Way – Walk 1
The Burnley Way – Walk 2
The Burnley Way – Walk 3
The Burnley Way – Walk 4
The Burnley Way – Walk 5
The Burnley Way – Walk 6
Wayside Arts Trail
2026 Walks Programme, May – August
2026 Walks Programme, May – AugustStep into the May–August Walks Programme and enjoy a season of getting outdoors and exploring your local area. This year’s programme is made possible thanks to our incredible partners, whose support helps create a wide range of walking opportunities across the borough for everyone to enjoy. From regular weekly strolls to special one-off events, there’s something to suit all interests and abilities.
You’ll find more information about each individual walk in the events calendar, but if you’d like to see the full programme in one place, you can pick up a leaflet from community, leisure, or health centres across the borough, or download it below.
Don’t forget to keep an eye out for our winter walks programme later in the year, with even more opportunities to get out and about whatever the season.
Group and Guided Walks
There are a number of walking groups and guided walks across the borough that thrive thanks to the support of dedicated organisations and volunteers.
Click on the images below for more information about how to get involved.
Better Points
BetterPoints Lancashire is a great way to earn rewards for doing things that are good for your health, your bank balance and the planet.
Whether you’re walking, running, cycling, or taking the bus or train, you can log your activities on the free to use BetterPoints app to earn points and track your progress.
These points can be traded for high street shopping vouchers, spent with participating local businesses, or even donated to charities. As well as earning points, you will be eligible for national BetterPoints prizes, which have recently included electric bikes and European city breaks.
The app is really easy to use; its advanced technology means you can just pop your phone in your pocket to start earning rewards for getting around.
If you walk, run, cycle or use public transport regularly, or want to be motivated to do so more often, join BetterPoints Lancashire today: lancs.betterpoints.uk
