From sunny strolls and moorland views to iced coffee, cocktails, family events and local favourites, summer is a great time to get out and explore Darwen.
Sitting high above Darwen, the Tower is one of the town’s best-known landmarks, with moorland walks, wide-open views and a story rooted in local pride.
A beautiful historic park with a lake, waterfalls, woodland walks, a children’s playground and paths leading towards Darwen Tower and the open moors.
A compact riverside green space close to Darwen town centre, with walking paths, open space and a children’s play area.
A historic wooded valley with seven miles of paths, flowing streams, wildlife and family-friendly routes leading towards Earnsdale Reservoir and Darwen Tower.
A much-loved Darwen park with mature trees, open green space, historic features, community gardens and a recently transformed children’s playground.
A quiet community green and woodland walk offering an easy escape into nature in the heart of Hoddlesden.
When the weather heats up, Darwen has plenty of places to cool off, catch up and make the most of the day, from iced coffees and ice creams to cold beers, cocktails and easy bites.
An authentic Italian café and deli serving freshly made lunches, quality coffee and a tempting selection of Mediterranean produce.
A friendly independent garden centre tucked away on Ashton Road, offering healthy plants, pots, garden essentials and knowledgeable local advice.
A stylish town-centre bar serving creative cocktails, premium spirits and late-night drinks with DJs and a lively weekend atmosphere.
Support your local market and stock up for sunny days with quality BBQ meat, fresh fruit and veg, picnic bits, sweet treats and summer essentials from Darwen’s friendly traders.
A beautiful historic park with a lake, waterfalls, woodland walks, a children’s playground and paths leading towards Darwen Tower and the open moors.
A historic wooded valley with seven miles of paths, flowing streams, wildlife and family-friendly routes leading towards Earnsdale Reservoir and Darwen Tower.
A major indoor and outdoor sports facility for BMX, scooters, skateboards and mountain bikes, welcoming everyone from complete beginners to elite riders.
A much-loved Darwen park with mature trees, open green space, historic features, community gardens and a recently transformed children’s playground.
A welcoming historic library offering books, free digital access, local history resources and activities for children, families and adults.
A welcoming 206-seat theatre bringing comedy, music, drama, cinema, family shows and live entertainment to the heart of Darwen.
Make your very own beautiful pumpkin flower arrangement to take home this autumn!
A community craft fayre at St Barnabas Church with stalls to browse and refreshments to enjoy!
Get into the Halloween spirit with this fun craft activity for families
A creative afternoon of Halloween fun for all ages at Derwent Hall
Fun free performances at Darwen Market, with spooky songs, stories and more!
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