Rewarding country walks for all abilities
The Forest of Bowland is criss-crossed with miles of footpaths, bridleways and ancient tracks making it an amazing place to explore on foot.
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Alfred Wainwright described the epic trek along the former Roman Road from Hornby to Slaidburn as one of the finest moorland walks in the country and the area has a range of walks to suit all ambitions and abilities.
From challenging high-level walks to easy-going half-day hikes and leisurely riverside rambles, there are dozens of routes to explore – certainly enough to provide plenty of variety over the course of a weekend break.
Walking provides ample opportunity to admire Bowland’s rugged gritstone landscapes, verdant pastureland and ancient woodland – along with the diverse wildlife that makes its home here.
And at the end of an exhilarating day on the trail, a refreshing drink and perhaps a bite to eat at a welcoming country inn is all the more enjoyable.
Walk of the Week: Hodder Bank Fell
Starting from the pretty village of Dunsop Bridge in the heart of the Forest of Bowland, this easy low-level amble combines riverside and open fell paths with fantastic views of the Hodder valley and surrounding hills.
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Download the route here: https://www.forestofbowland.com/walking/hodder-bank-fell