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Roddlesworth Reservoirs – Darwen Tower (Jubilee Tower) loop from Darwen

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United Kingdom

England

North West England

Blackburn with Darwen

Darwen

Roddlesworth Reservoirs – Darwen Tower (Jubilee Tower) loop from Darwen

Hard

112

runners

Roddlesworth Reservoirs – Darwen Tower (Jubilee Tower) loop from Darwen

02:03

16.7km

420m

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: March 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.32 km

Knowl Heights Plantation

Forest

2.01 km

The Sunnyhurst Pub

Highlight • Pub

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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2.54 km

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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7.80 km

Often reservoirs are surrounded by rather desolate hills with few trees. Happily, the trio of reservoirs here on the River Roddlesworth are somewhat different! Surrounded by beautiful mature deciduous woodland these paths are perfect for a relaxed ride.

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8.43 km

Woodland Trail by Lower Roddlesworth Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The woodland next to the Lower Roddlesworth Reservoir is perfect for cycling through with its tall mature deciduous trees towering above. The woods truly come to life in the summer …

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8.85 km

Bridge Crossing the Roddlesworth Reservoirs

Highlight • Forest

This is a lovely bridge crossing between the two Roddlesworth Reservoir's. You're surrounded by gorgeous woodland and plenty of wildlife. Dog-walkers are welcome, as long as you keep the pups on a lead.

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12.9 km

Cartridge Hill Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely views especially on a clear day/night

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14.5 km

Darwen Tower (Jubilee Tower)

Highlight • Monument

Built in 1898 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee, Darwen Tower (often referred to as Jubilee Tower) stands proud at 85 feet (26 m) in height on top of Darwen …

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16.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

1.78 km

1.06 km

940 m

242 m

211 m

Surfaces

7.12 km

6.62 km

1.74 km

472 m

447 m

208 m

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

Weather

Tuesday 2 June

17°C

11°C

98 %

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Max wind speed: 27.0 km/h

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