A WALKING festival is being organised for later this year.

The event, the first one to be held in Pendle, will be held from Friday to Monday, September3- 6.

Each day will feature about five different walks of varying lengths throughout the borough, some easy, and some more challenging. Other activities are also planned.

Mike Williams, Pendle Council's tourism development officer, said:

"We've started talking to local walking groups and other organisations who might be able to help put on guided walks for the event.

"But I would like to hear from experienced walkers and walk leaders, in or around Pendle, who may be able to offer a walk."