Lancashire Witch Country walking guide 30 circular walks Cicerone Cicerone | 9781852844462

The guidebook's 30 circular walks are all about 6 miles in length, covering the wild and beautiful Lancashire countryside. They are ideal as half-day family rambles. Since 1612, when ten Pendle witches went to the scaffold, a magical aura has pervaded this mysterious area. Hand written and illustrated. Seasons: All year round. Weather can change quickly on the tops: take suitable clothing, map and compass for the higher routes. Centres: Pendle, Downham, Barley, Whalley, Gisburn, Colne, Barnoldswick, Clitheroe. Difficulty: Half-day walks suitable for all. Bad weather will make the higher routes more challenging. Must See: Pendle Heritage Centre, Downham, Waddington, summit of Pendle Hill; river- and canal-side walks; Kelbrook Moor.