Discover the wilder side of Lancashire & North Yorkshire

Relax, recharge and reconnect with nature among 300 square miles of pristine upland landscapes in The Forest of Bowland National Landscape.

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Reconnect and Recharge

Escape the ‘chatter’ of the 21st Century and tune in to the slower rhythms of nature on a digital detox in the the Forest of Bowland

bluebells in the wood

About the Forest of Bowland National Landscape

The Forest of Bowland may be a long way off the beaten track, but Ordnance Survey cartographers have identified it as the centre point of Great Britain.

The beer garden at the Fleece Inn Dolphinholme, Forest of Bowland

Where to Stay

There’s plenty of fun activities to cram into a day trip to the Forest of Bowland, but making a weekend of it opens up all sorts of options. Whether you’re ...

Walks for all abilities in Bowland this summer

The Forest of Bowland team and and partner organisations are hosting a series of guided walks for all abilities in the National Landscape this summer. Among the options on offer ...

St James' Church Dale Head Gisburn Forest

Watch nature’s firework display this summer

The Perseids Meteor Shower reaches its peak each year around August 12, when the earth passes through the dusty remnants of the comet Swift-Tuttle, creating a celestial fireworks display if ...

Hen harrier enamel badge

Collectable badges celebrate Bowland’s Champion Wildlife

The Forest of Bowland National Landscape has launched a limited edition collection of 14 'Champion Species' badges which wildlife lovers can purchase to help fund nature recovery in the Forest ...

Get closer to nature

The Forest of Bowland is an oasis for wildlife where visitors can still see species which have become scarce in the rest of England

A lone walker high up on the Pendle Hill plateau on a misty summer morning in Lancashire

Choose your adventure

On foot, by bike, by day or by night, the Forest of Bowland is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts just waiting to be explored.

Venison Wellington

A truly delicious destination

Discover specialist independent food retailers, thriving markets and artisan producers on a foodie foray through this mouth-watering corner of England.