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Sunnyhurst Wood – Earnsdale Reservoir loop from Blackburn with Darwen

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North West England

Blackburn with Darwen

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Sunnyhurst Wood – Earnsdale Reservoir loop from Blackburn with Darwen

Easy

5.0

(2)

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Sunnyhurst Wood – Earnsdale Reservoir loop from Blackburn with Darwen

01:14

4.47km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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784 m

Sunnyhurst Wood

Highlight • Trail

Sunnyhurst Wood is popular with walkers and often linked with a hike up to Darwen Tower on Darwen Moor. Through the heart of this 85-acre (34 ha) wooded valley flows …

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1.89 km

Earnsdale Reservoir

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Earnsdale reservoir (Dean) is situated in the shadow of Darwen Tower, close to Sunnyhurst wood, which is a beautiful 85-acre wooded valley and is a beautiful location for family walks …

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2.23 km

Sunnyhurst Wood

Highlight • Forest

Paths meander up the steeped sided valley beside Sunnyhurst Brook, past the paddling pool, over ornate bridges up to Earnsdale reservoir, onto Darwen moor, Jubilee tower and beyond.
With seven …

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3.15 km

The Sunnyhurst Pub

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The Sunnyhurst pub is often frequented by hikers who have tackled the nearby objective of Darwen Tower or been for an amble in the beautiful Sunnyhurst Woods. It's a classic …

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4.47 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.98 km

923 m

801 m

712 m

Surfaces

3.17 km

1.25 km

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 21 May

22°C

13°C

12 %

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Sunnyhurst Wood – Earnsdale Reservoir loop from Blackburn with Darwen

Sunnyhurst Wood

Earnsdale Reservoir

Sunnyhurst Wood

The Sunnyhurst Pub

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