The route leaves Downham in the direction of Pendle Hill, up to Lane Head. It then veers off towards Twiston, & then on to Twiston Mill. From there the route goes to Downham Mill & then on to Sawley. The Ribble Way is followed to Grindleton, & on to Chatburn. From Chatburn, back towards Downham village. The route is undulating, although there are no stiff climbs, but can be awkward at times
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