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Burnley (/ ˈ b ɜːr n l i /) is a town and the administrative centre of the wider Borough of Burnley in Lancashire, England, with a 2021 population of 78,266. [2] It is 21 miles (34 km) north of Manchester and 20 miles (32 km) east of Preston, at the confluence of the River Calder and River Brun.
Nov 9, 2015 · Burnley is a thriving market town surrounded by breath-taking Pennine countryside. Burnley was once known as one of Lancashire’s most prominent mill towns and has even once been awarded the most enterprising area in the UK.
The Borough of Burnley (/ ˈ b ɜːr n l i /) is a local government district with the borough status in Lancashire, England. It has an area of 42.9 square miles (111 km 2) and a population of 95,553 (2022), and is named after its largest town, Burnley.
Sep 2, 2024 · Burnley, town and borough (district), administrative and historic county of Lancashire, England, north of Greater Manchester. It is situated at the junction of the Rivers Burn and Calder.
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Discover the beauty and diversity of Burnley, a town with 80% rural countryside, historic parks, award-winning attractions and outdoor activities. Whether you want to visit or live here, find out what to see and do in 1 or 2 days.
Top things to do in Burnley. Burnley is full of amazing shops and hospitality businesses but they’re not the only reasons you should visit. The town and surrounding areas are also packed with great visitor attractions and greenspaces which offer something for the whole family.