The Tolkien Trail | Hurst Green, Lancashire
J R R Tolkien. Tolkien Trail famous 'Middle Earth' walk: People come from all over the world to walk the famous Tolkien Trail. To follow in the footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien himself and see how he was inspired by the beautiful landscape of Lancashire.
Tolkien Trail (7 miles) | The Tolkien Trail
Start The Tolkien Trail from the War Monument in Hurst Green (opposite Millie's Cafe) and walk towards Stonyhurst College through Warren Fold. If this is your first visit we recommend using the GPS map (above) and you won't miss any of this wonderful walk!
MAPS - The Tolkien Trail
MAPS. Use your mobile phone to follow the beautiful walks around Hurst Green, Lancashire. "COSTUME WALKS: LIVE THE TOLKIEN DREAM!" Enable GPS LOCATION on your mobile phone - then click any button below.
Tolkien Trail Walks
Tolkien Trail Walks. Tolkien was renowned for his love of nature and it is thought that it was this particular area of the Lancashire countryside that inspired his writing. "COSTUME WALKS: LIVE THE TOLKIEN DREAM!" Scroll down this page: There are many interesting walks to enjoy for friends, families and children.
The Shire | The Tolkien Trail
The Shire. Hurst Green is a charming and friendly village nestled in the heart of the Ribble Valley. "COSTUME WALKS: LIVE THE TOLKIEN DREAM!" Walking through The Shire along idyllic country lanes, through enchanted woods, past babbling brooks and …
Tolkien Trail in Hurst Green and follow in the footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien himself and see how he was inspired by the beautiful Ribble Valley landscape . SEE MAP ABOVE FOR REFERENCES 1. START AT THE WAR MEMORIAL in the centre of Hurst Green (opposite Millie's Cafe). You will see the sign WARREN
J R R Tolkien | The Tolkien Trail
You can expect to see plenty of stunning scenery whilst making your way around the Tolkien Trail, from the lush woodlands to the commanding presence of Pendle Hill in the distance and of course the lazy meanderings of the Rivers Hodder and Ribble that frame the route.
River Walk (5 Miles) - The Tolkien Trail
This easy walk takes you past many beautiful features including where the River Calder and Hodder both join the River Ribble. You may be lucky and spot salmon jumping out of the water at Jumbles Rocks, or even a heron fishing in the shallows.
Marles Wood (6 miles) - The Tolkien Trail
Marles Wood (6 miles) Start GREEN dot ... End RED dot. "COSTUME WALKS: LIVE THE TOLKIEN DREAM!" Every walk around Hurst Green has its own charm ... and Marles Wood is a favourite for many people! Start at the front door of the Shireburn Arms (near the road) and walk LEFT for 20 yards to Lambing Clough Lane.
Fell & River (13 Miles) - The Tolkien Trail
Ready for a Tolkien Trail challenge? This is one of the most dramatic walks in Lancashire taking you high up onto the fells above Hurst Green and then down along picturesque walks following the River Ribble, Calder and Hodder.