There are a range of free activities to discover on Padiham Greenway which are bringing people closer to nature while improving biodiversity. Get involved in intriguing wildlife walks, tree planting and build butterfly boxes on the newly improved stretch of Network (Route 685) in Lancashire.
Our new project, Wild about Padiham aims to inspire even more people to connect with nature on the Padiham Greenway. Credit: Chris Foster
A boost for people and nature
With spring in the air, it's now easier than ever to feel closer to wildlife on the National Cycle Network.
Our new project, Wild about Padiham aims to inspire even more people to connect with nature on the Padiham Greenway.
The project, funded by Active Travel England, will not only boost people's mental and physical wellbeing by spending time in nature, but will also benefit wildlife in the area.
Sign up to free activities on the Greenway
We'll be updating this page with events and activities on the Network.
You can expect:
- wildlife walks led by experts who will share their knowledge of plants and wildlife which calls the Network home
- conservation activities like wildflower sowing, tree planting and cutting back vegetation
- activities specifically for children and young people such as seed ball making, building and painting butterfly boxes, and getting schools involved in the Greenway.
Discover our latest events and sign up on Eventbrite.
Please note, not all events will be limited by numbers, so you'll be able to just turn up on the day.
The project aims to boost people's mental and physical wellbeing by encouraging spending more time in nature. Credit: Chris Foster
More about Padiham Greenway
The Greenway, which connects Padiham with surrounding villages and links to Burnley city centre, forms a green corridor connecting people to places and also providing a safe passageway for animals to move through.
The route (685) was designed to be a linear park, providing people with a social space with a 'village green' atmosphere.
It runs along the track bed of the old Burnley to Padiham railway providing a safe, attractive route for walkers and cyclists of all abilities.
The path is also home to the River Calder Bridge - which reopened last month (May 2026) after much-needed repair works.
The bridge was previously closed for five years due to safety concerns.
Smooth surfacing has also been laid, boosting the path's accessibility for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle on.
