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Newchurch Tunnels – The Weave Sculpture loop from Rawtenstall

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Newchurch Tunnels – The Weave Sculpture loop from Rawtenstall

Hard

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Newchurch Tunnels – The Weave Sculpture loop from Rawtenstall

02:21

22.2km

240m

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: May 9, 2026

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4.60 km

Newchurch Railway Tunnels and Great War Memorial

Highlight • Historical Site

Recently re-opened railway tunnels which are now part of the East-Lancashire cycleway. Apparently the tunnels are lit just enough to see by but too bright for bats to roost!

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Newchurch Tunnels

Highlight • Trail

Cycle route that misses out what can be a busy road through the valley.

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1832 Barista

Highlight • Cafe

Closed, Sun - Mon
Tue - Fri 7.30am - 5pm
Sat 8.00am - 4pm

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The Birds Sculptures, Bacup

Highlight • Monument

Created in 2002, the Birds signal the entrance into Bacup, referring to the region's proud industrial history but also pointing to an optimistic future. Developed with local artists through a …

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15.5 km

Stacksteads Riverside Park

Highlight • Rest Area

A nice cycle path that runs next to the main road

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The Weave Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

Artist Michael Farrell's the Weave was inspired by the interweaving of individual threads of fabric under a microscope, paying homage to Rossendale's textile heritage. The colour scheme is based on …

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17.2 km