| Pendle Way | |
|---|---|
 Pendle Hill | |
| Length | 45 mi (72 km) |
| Location | Lancashire, England |
| Trailheads | Circular based in the Borough of Pendle |
| Use | Hiking |
The Pendle Way is a recreational path in the South Pennines of England, which encircles the borough of Pendle; it was officially opened in 1987.[1] The circuit is 45 miles (72 km) in length and, according to the Long Distance Walkers Association, involves 1839 m (6033 ft) ascent reaching 557 m (1,827 ft) maximum height.[2][3] Its attractions include historical associations with the seventeenth century Pendle Witches, connections with the Brontës, stonebuilt villages in the traditional style of East Lancashire and the South Pennines, relics of the weaving and lead mining industry, and limestone meadows and millstone grit moorland culminating in the ascent of Pendle Hill.
- ^ Paul Hannon. Walking Country: Pendle Way. Hillside Publications (Preston) 1997, 2006. ISBN 978-1-870141-57-4
- ^ "Pendle Way - LDWA Long Distance Paths". Ldwa.org.uk. Retrieved 24 April 2018.
- ^ "Photographic image" (PNG). Ldwa.org.uk. Retrieved 24 April 2018.