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WITTON COUNTRY PARK WELLNESS WALK FROM PLEASINGTON 4.5mls 150m accumulated ascent.
We’ll be walking AT A VERY EASY PACE , visiting the Wainwright Monument, Billinge Woods before descending to Witton Park & Playing Fields. (Toilets Available)
Continuing our walk along the River Darwen & through playing fields before an easy climb back into Pleasington.
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Walk Leader - Karl
Karl is a qualified International Mountain Leader with over 20 years experience of safely leading people on their ‘Best Mountain Trip Of A Lifetime’ across the world. Before that he taught Outdoor Education & Sport in Colleges. He also has Mental Health & Outdoor First Aid qualifications – so you’ll be in safe hands.
Now returning to his roots he likes nothing more than introducing people to local walks – about which he always has a wealth of interesting and fun facts. Karl is especially good at making sure everyone has a good day out – join him on one his walks and find out for yourself.
Kit List
- Snacks & a drink
- Camera (its all about the pics!)
- Walking poles really recommended!
- Sturdy footwear
- Dogs MUST be well behaved- this means good recall & good around people, other dogs & livestock.
- Doggie essentials! (e.g. lead, harness)
- Waterproofs
- Spare warm layer
- Hat & Gloves
- We recommend layers!
- Money for the pub or cafe
MEETING PLACE - Pleasington Railway Station Bridge, Victoria Road Pleasington, Blackburn
Plenty of roadside parking. Please don’t use pub car park.
Facilities
- Cafe or Pub Available
- No Swimming Available
- Toilets Available
- Public Transport Available
- No Transport Provided
- Dogs Allowed
Pub at finish also serves warm drinks.
Train station in Pleasington on the Blackpool to Burnley line
Dogs Allowed: 1pp must be friendly, not yappy & on a lead, under control at all times.
Mixed Weather
Could be hot or wet so dress for weather, bring sunlotion a snack & water, wear strong shoes with a good grip.
Donations
All of our walks are provided free of charge thanks to our funders, generous donations and our passionate volunteers. If you’re interested in supporting wellness walks by volunteering or donating please follow the links below. We look forward to walking with you!
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NOTE: If you do not have suitable clothing & equipment you may not be allowed on a walk for your own safety.