Here are 10 amazing spots for a picnic in Burnley and Padiham, according to our readers

Summer is here and that means long walks, park trips and ice cream on the beach.

By Laura Longworth

Published 5th Jul 2023, 12:53 BST

Updated 5th Jul 2023, 12:54 BST

One of the best things of all these outings is enjoying a delicious picnic in nature.

Here are 10 amazing spots for a picnic in the Burnley area, according to our readers, in no particular order:

Rowley Lake is found on the outskirts of Burnley and is set in lovely parkland. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard

1. Rowley Lake

Rowley Lake is found on the outskirts of Burnley and is set in lovely parkland. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard

There are plenty of greats spots to stop for a sandwich in Towneley Park, including a designated picnic area. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard

2. Towneley Park

There are plenty of greats spots to stop for a sandwich in Towneley Park, including a designated picnic area. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard

Thompson Park, Burnley. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard

3. Thompson Park, Burnley. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard

Thompson Park, Burnley. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard

If you like walking and climbing, you're spoilt for choice in Lancashire - Pendle Hill is just one of many you could tackle. Readers recommend stopping for a picnic half-way up.

4. Pendle Hill.

If you like walking and climbing, you're spoilt for choice in Lancashire - Pendle Hill is just one of many you could tackle. Readers recommend stopping for a picnic half-way up. Photo: JP

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