Discover what makes Miners Gate in Darwen the perfect place for you

5th March 2025

Miners Gate is located in the picturesque market town of Darwen, known for its charming atmosphere and friendly community.

Currently undergoing a £100 million regeneration, Darwen is a family-friendly location offering a range of amenities, including schools, a leisure centre and shops, making it an ideal place to put down roots.

Located close to the countryside there’s a wide range of walks on your doorstep such as the famous Jubilee tower which has recently had investment to improve the trails leading to this fabulous look out. There’s also a choice of 3 parks, Bold Venture Park, Whitehall Park & Ashton Park there’s something to keep all members of the family entertained.

In the town centre some key heritage buildings have been refurbished including the Darwen Library Theatre, which is a charming and intimate setting perfect for theatre, music, literature and comedy events.

There is also a good choice of local eateries offering something for every taste from gastro pubs to Mediterranean cuisine and everything in between plus the Victorian Market Hall is going to be turned into a foodie’s paradise offering a host of stalls each offering a tempting delight.

For sports pursuits the excellent Junction 4 Skatepark is an Olympic standard skateboard and BMX track, with medallists even using it for training. There’s also Darwen Football Club and Cricket Club.

There’s convenient access to the M65 motorway at Junction 4 and a well served railway station meaning you can commute to Manchester in just 50 minutes by car or alternatively via the direct train to Manchester Victoria in 40 minutes.

For the little ones, there’s an abundance of Primary schools plus a good choice of high schools, with the popular Blackburn College nearby.

Miners Gate offers a range of stunning homes, catering to different sizes and lifestyles, whether you are looking for a cozy starter home or a spacious family home there’s something for everyone.

With its convenient location and welcoming environment, Miners Gate in Darwen truly stands out as the perfect place for you and your loved ones to create lasting memories.

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