Pendle Hill summit trig point – Ogden Clough loop from Sabden

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Pendle Hill summit trig point – Ogden Clough loop from Sabden

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Pendle Hill summit trig point – Ogden Clough loop from Sabden

01:48

13.3km

550m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Forest of Bowland National Landscape

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4.39 km

View of the Valley and River in the Forest of Bowland

Highlight • River

5.97 km

Pendle Hill summit trig point

Highlight • Summit

Steep climb up stone stairs from Barley. Can be a bit of a motorway from the Barley side, if you want a quieter walk, why not try from Downham.

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6.62 km

Path with Valley Views, Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Highlight • Trail

good wide path with valley views

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6.63 km

Top of Pendle Switchbacks

Highlight • Viewpoint

Fast ride if you go left at the top of the slopes though very rough terrain - go for it.

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7.43 km

View of Upper and Lower Ogden Reservoirs

Highlight • Viewpoint

A gorgeous view over the Upper and Lower Ogden Reservoir. These reservoirs provide drinking water to the town of Nelson.

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7.93 km

Upper Ogden Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Upper Ogden Reservoir - pretty stunning !!! 🤩

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9.26 km

Ogden Clough

Highlight • Gorge

Two of the main routes that approach Pendle Hill from the south make use of the deep gullies that have been formed over the ages. Ogden Clough is the principal …

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