Wild Bowland Walks

Guided Walks in the Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Quieter than the Yorkshire Dales, less commercialised than the Peak District and more compact than the Lake District, the Forest of Bowland is an oasis of tranquility where you’ll find room to breathe and space to think.

Just over an hour from Manchester and Leeds, the Forest of Bowland National Landscape is one of England’s last expanses of undiscovered upland landscape.

We run guided walks throughout the year, specialising in small family and friends’ groups who want to enjoy the views and the landscape without worrying about navigation in unfamiliar terrain. We can cater for all abilities, but we specialise in taking visitors into the heart of the Forest of Bowland on paths less travelled – heading off piste into access land to reach the hidden gems.

Along the way, we’ll show you the remarkable wildlife that makes its home in the Forest – including roe deer, brown hares, upland waders, merlin, peregrine and, of course, the iconic hen harrier – symbol of the area.

We have more than a decade’s experience in upland walking across the UK and for the last five years we have focused on the Forest of Bowland, where we are based. We have extensive experience of guiding small groups in the Forest of Bowland and across the northwest.

Principal guide Mark Sutcliffe is author of the Cicerone Guide to Walking in Lancashire and Short Walks. in the Ribble Valley and a former editor of both Country Walking and Lakeland Walker magazines. He is also a regular contributor to Countryfile magazine.

Drop us a line or give us a call to find out more and discuss your specific needs. We’ll be running a series of scheduled walks during 2025, so keep an eye on our social media channels for updates and booking details. Now booking bespoke walks and short breaks for spring 2024.

Capacity: Groups of up to 12

Prices: From £99 for a half-day hike for a family of four

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