Hill Tower Lancashire

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The octagonal Jubilee Tower on Darwen Hill overlooking the town of Darwen in Lancashire, England, was completed in 1898 to celebrate the …

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May 22, 2024
With multiple ways to get here, you can decide on the level of difficulty you want. Want a steep but short route? Start at Sunnyhurt. Want a more scenic route? Start at Bold Venture. Once you arrive… Full review by XJake
Aug 11, 2023
Easy walk apparently this from other reviews I had seen... I nearly died at least 20 times walking up those steep hills! Admittedly I haven't done any exercise for about 8 years and have been stuck b… Full review by missadventure84
May 12, 2023
Best Tower in the county, if not the country. Mind you, the invading neighbouring town took Darwen out of Lancashire. Give Darwen Back to the Darrerners. Put Darwen back into Lancashire. The to… Full review by K4092YTpaulw

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Q:
How far is the walk from pub/car park and is it steep please?
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Hi. If you want a drink. It's not for you. Take 1 or 2 with you. Plenty of parking before the walk.
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Answer by Brian M · Oct 7, 2018
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Is there a car park?
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You have to walk up to the Tower. The nearest car park is at the top of Sunnyhurst Woods. Just past the Sunnyhurst pub on the right. It takes about 30 minutes to walk up from there.
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Is there a path suitable for a pushchair?
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It is possible but really until the child can walk it isn't advisable. I believe that an off the road vehicle can get special permission to go all the way up.
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New Year is a time for a fresh start for many, and what better way to celebrate than with a break in Lancashire’s beautiful countryside?
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On Nov 15 2024
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