The Reelers Trail

The Reelers Trail

The Reelers Trail forms part of the long distance Witton Weavers Way.
This walk covers a beautiful rural landscape where historical sites of industry, farming and religion combine to produce a fascinating trail. 

For a pdf of the leaflet which includes a map of the route, click here

For a printer friendly version of this trail click here

For a paper copy of the leaflet to be sent to you please email your name and address including postcode to: countryside@blackburn.gov.uk Walkers on the Leeds and Liverpool canal. 

Essential kit for walkers

• you are strongly advised to use these walk details in conjunction with the West Pennine Moors OS Explorer map, number 287
• stout shoes or boots plus waterproofs are recommended.

Distance

7.5mile, 12km

Start point

Livesey library Cherry Tree Lane, off Preston Old Road (A674)

Grid reference: SD 653 260

For a map to help you find the start point click here

Public Transport

• click here for timetable information
• the start point is 0.5 mile from Cherry Tree railway station
• a frequent bus service operates along Preston Old Road

Parking

• on Cherry Tree Lane next to Livesey library
• alternative parking and start point:  Abbey Village, A675 Bolton Road, click here for a location map.

Useful contacts

• for information on public transport, accommodation, places of interest, local attractions and events please contact:

Blackburn Visitor Centre
Telephone (01254) 53277  email: visit@blackburn.gov.uk 

•  for countryside information and events contact: 

Blackburn with Darwen Countryside services office.
Telephone (01254) 691239  email: countryside@blackburn.gov.uk

• Hare and Hounds, Abbey Village (01254) 830334
• Roddlesworth café and information centre (01254) 708568, email: vaughn@lomaxv.fsnet.co.uk

The Country Code

• be safe – plan ahead and follow any signs
• leave gates and property as you find them
• protect plants and animals and take your litter home
• keep dogs under close control
• consider other people

For further information about the country code click here or telephone 0845 100 3298