An annual walk, which has been a tradition for more than 100 years, is set to return to an East Lancashire town at the start of June.
The Great Harwood Boundary Walk is to return on Saturday, June 3, with more than 50 residents estimated to take part.
Historically, the walk has taken place each year, led by the elders of the town as a way to ensure that neighbouring towns had not encroached on the land of Great Harwood.
This annual tradition is a community event for all ages, and the tradition is kindly kept alive by the local Civic Society and dedicated volunteers.
The route is 9.5 miles, but residents are being encouraged to join in for as much or as little as they would like.
Residents are advised to meet at 9.45am on Blackburn Road, next to the cemetery and across from The Willows Nursery.
Cllr Noordad Aziz has previously taken part in the Great Harwood Boundary Walk and he said it is a great way for residents to take part in history.
He said: “It is a longstanding tradition that is more than centuries old, and it is great to keep it alive as part of the history of the town and as long as we keep tradition it highlights what a wonderful place Great Harwood is.
“The town is filled with history and pride.
“I want people to get involved to highlight what a wonderful town and great scenery we have got on our doorsteps.
“The walk was originally run by the town’s founders, but it is now run by the Civic Society as an annual tradition to highlight the great culture and the history of the town.
“It is a very popular walk and we had nearly 70 people take part last year.”
There is no parking available on the day, so residents are advised to plan their day prior to the event.
Residents are also being advised to wear suitable footwear as there will be mud and to remember to take lunch and a drink as walkers will be having a lunch stop.
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