Visitors have plenty of pubs to choose from as their post-walk reward
Pendle Water in Barrowford(Image: James Maloney)
Liverpool is spoilt for choice when it comes to days out. With hundreds of attractions across the region, finding something to do in Merseyside isn’t hard. But sometimes it’s nice to travel further afield and see what lies beyond our doorstep.
Barrowford, in the Pendle district of Lancashire, is home to several traditional pubs, independent shops and walking routes. The village is located an hour and 20 minute drive from Liverpool and is the perfect base for walkers looking to try something new. Barrowford is also steeped in history and has been a centre for textile production as far back as the 16th century.
The village is linked to the Pendle witches due to its close proximity to Pendle Hill. The Pendle witches were a group of people accused of witch craft in 1612.
The village has its own trails which take you into Barrowford memorial park and onto the Leeds-Liverpool canal which can be found on the Visit Pendle website.
The White Bear pub in Barrowford, Lancashire(Image: James Maloney)
The trails allow visitors to explore the historic buildings in Barrowford that give a glimpse into the village’s industrial past, dating back to the 16th century.
A seven-mile circular walk recommended by Walking Britain will take you from Barrowford and to the neighbouring villages of Roughlee and Barley.
Roughlee is home to the Alice Nutter statue – a public piece of art commemorating the Pendle Witch Trials. While Barley offers the Pendle Sculpture Trail at Letcliffe Park.
The village has an exhibition on the events at the Pendle Heritage Centre and a dedicated witches shop just up the road. There are also guided tours of the area’s dark past offered in the area.
Statue to commemorate Alice Nutter, who died 20 August 1612(Image: James Maloney)
Many people visit the area to climb Pendle Hill which is four miles away from Barrowford.
The five-mile walk starts in Barley car park and takes you to the breathtaking summit of Pendle Hill.
Visitors have plenty of pubs to choose from as their post-walk reward.
The George and Dragon and the White Bear pub have sun trap beer gardens that are the perfect spot on a sunny day.
A favourite with locals is The Old Bridge Inn, offering a good selection of real ales and delicious food. The restaurant serves food from Friday to Sunday and visitors usually need to book in advance.