Walking routes connected to Jackhouse
This page summarises the official “Discover Hyndburn” walk leaflet that includes Jackhouse Nature Reserve. For full directions and any GPX files, use the original provider links in the Sources page.
Discover Hyndburn: Tinker Brook & Jackhouse Nature Reserve
Route type: Circular introduction to the Jackhouse area, published by the Prospects Foundation.
Distance/time: 3–3.5 miles, typically 2–3 hours with time to explore.
Public transport notes: The leaflet mentions using local bus services to reach the library area, and notes Oswaldtwistle railway station is a few minutes away.
This site does not reproduce turn-by-turn directions verbatim. Use the original leaflet for full details and any linked mapping/GPX resources.
What to expect on the ground
Mixed surfaces
The leaflet describes tracks, footpaths and bridleways, with some rough uneven areas and stones.
Woodland streams
The leaflet highlights woodland with streams and waterfalls, and references crossing brooks in places.
Access notes
The leaflet says the specific “walking only” route is not suitable for wheelchairs, trampers or prams, but also notes “Access for All” paths inside the reserve via a different entry route.