Big Burnley Walk 2024

The Big Burnley Walk is back!

After the success of 2023, new routes have been created to connect people and communities across Burnley, with a wander through the town's wonderful green and blue spaces.
 

Starting and finishing at Burnley Youth Theatre, there will be the option of 3 routes. Maps with brief written instructions will be provided on the day, but for a brief overview and  routes please see the links further down this page.

There will be check points on the longer routes which will provide a place for a brief rest, snacks, refreshments and water.

The event will include tail walkers for each route, who will guide at a steady pace so no-one is alone or left behind.

ITINERARY
Registration from 9am. 

• 9.30am - Long Route "Big Burnley Walk" departs.
• 10am - Short Stroll departs
• 10.30am - Medium Meander departs.

Above TBC, as departure times may change. However all routes will have departed by 10.30am. Please check back soon for full itinerary and final departure times.

As this is an outdoor event, participants should be dressed appropriately for the weather and wearing suitable footwear. It is recommended that you check the weather on the day of the event and bring spare warm clothing, waterproofs, sun cream etc.

OTHER INFORMATION

Toilets
There are toilets at Burnley Youth Theatre (start and finish), and there will be other public toilets in parks en route.

Dogs
Dogs are allowed outside of Burnley Youth Theatre in the car park and grounds, but unfortunately will not be allowed in the building.

Well behaved dogs on leads are welcomed. Please be mindful of other participants who may be afraid of dogs.

Children
All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult and strict adult supervision is required throughout.

Prams
The Short Stroll is on trails and paths that are suitable for prams. There are a couple of steeper inclines so please bare this in mind.

Cancellation
The event will only be cancelled if there is a severe weather warning in place or flooding to the route. The decision for cancelling will be made for 8am on the day of the event and you will be notified via email if this is the case.

If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please let the event organisers know prior to the event start. This will make the check in and registration process on the day much easier.

Further communications
Further information will be circulated via email prior to the event so please ensure you keep an eye out for this.

Routes
There are options for all ages and abilities:-

Option 1. The “Big Burnley Walk” – 13.4 Miles. Map of long route can be found here.

Option 2. Medium Meander – 8.5 Miles. Map of medium route can be found here. 

Option 3. Short Stroll – 3.9 Miles. Map of long route can be found here.

Event Organiser

Name: Active Burnley