| Walk: | Canal bank, along River Darwen, round Hoghton Tower, Houghton Church, Back Lane Farm, Windmill Hill, Moss Farm and canal bank back to the Boatyard. | ||
| Start Point: | The Boatyard Pub, Riley Green | Grid Reference: | SD 625 251 |
| Distance: | 4.7 miles | Ascent: | 225 feet |
| Time: | 2.75 hours | ||
| Weather: | Glorious day, very warm and sunny | ||
| Comments: | A good varied walk made especially delightful by the glorious weather and the autumn colours. | ||