On foot, by bike, by day or by night: choose your adventure
The Forest of Bowland is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts just waiting to be explored on foot, by bike or increasingly – by e-bike.
This pristine upland landscape in Lancashire’s undiscovered rural hinterland is a hidden gem within easy reach of the towns of East and West Lancashire, Manchester and Leeds.
With miles of footpaths, bridleways, off-road MTB trails and quiet country lanes, walking, trail-running, road cycling, mountain biking, fishing and nature watching are all on the agenda for visitors with a taste for adventure.
From exhilarating hikes over to a gastronomic cycle tour, an enchanting journey of discovery through our outstanding landscape starts here…
Alternative Adventure and Outdoor Activities Service
We deliver professionally run outdoor education and outdoor pursuits activities for the widest possible range of groups. Venues used are around the Lancashire, Merseyside and Greater Manchester area. This includes corporate events, management groups, Over 50's clubs, hen parties, stag
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Bentham Golf Course
Bentham Golf Course is a picturesque, family-run 18 hole golf course situated at the foot of the Yorkshire Three Peaks. Previously described as ‘a Diamond of the Dales’, Bentham offers a challenge to golfers of all abilities and visitors are
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Bowland and Bay
As the Forest of Bowland’s reputation for artisan food spreads across the country, Katie Wilson at Bowland and Bay is showcasing some of Lancashire’s best artisan food and drink After 30 years in various tourism and buying roles, the pandemic
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Bowland Wild Boar Park
Nestling beside the River Hodder in a remote valley beneath the rugged ridgeline of the Bleasdale Fells, Bowland Wild Boar Park maintains a tradition dating back to the middle ages – along with a host of fun activities for the
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Browsholme Hall
The Parker family has been associated with the Forest of Bowland for more than five centuries and their family seat of historic Browsholme Hall is the oldest family home in continuous occupation in Lancashire. Browsholme Hall is a magnificent Grade
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Carla Gebhard
I’m a watercolour artist and illustrator and I also have a lovely little shop/studio at Wyresdale Park, where I sell my artwork and also hold watercolour workshops. I specialise in nursery and children’s artwork, inspired by animals, nature and all
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Goosnargh Gin
Richard and Rachel Trenchard were quietly building a widely admired brand of artisan gin, distilled and rooted in the landscapes of Bowland – and then the Hairy Bikers dropped in for a quick G&T… After developing an interest in handcrafted
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iCycle Clitheroe
Electric bike hire, sales and servicing in the centre of Clitheroe Whether you've got an old bike in need of repair, want to treat your grandhildren to a new or pre-loved bikes, or fancy trying out one of our electric
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Land and Sea Lancaster
For big skies, wide open spaces and the perfect environment for rewilding yourself, head over to the windswept salt marshes of the Lancashire coast, where the Forest of Bowland meets the sea! After travelling the world with a high-powered job
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Smelt Mill Outdoor Centre
Smelt Mill provides accommodation for groups in the heart of the Forest of Bowland National Landscape. It is ideally located for outdoor activities such as walking, mountain biking and bird watching. Rooms – 5 x 2 beds, 3 x 4
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The Courtyard Dairy
The finest cheese - delivered to your door. It's no wonder The Daily Telegraph lists The Courtyard Dairy as one of the Top 10 Cheese Shops in the World. The Courtyard Dairy is a truly special cheese maturer and shop.
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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
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Wood End Farm and Alpaca Experience
Our family have farmed here for over 100 years. It is a traditional hill farm, with beef and sheep, set in the beauty and tranquility of this unspoilt area in rural Lancashire. We believe in preserving the best of traditional
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