NATURE AND COUNTRYSIDE WALKS

For a comprehensive list of walks and leaflets to download go to our walking and cycling page.

Our rich local countryside is a patchwork of fields hedgerows and small woods well served by footpaths and quiet country lanes. We are on the edge of the Forest of Bowland AONB.

The Forest of Bowland was designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in 1964 because the landscape was thought to be of national importance and worthy of protection. The primary purpose of this designation is to conserve and enhance the natural and cultural heritage of the area, to keep the Forest of Bowland special.

Beacon Fell Country Park

Lovely walks through conifer and decidous woodlands, fantastic views from summit of hill. Sculpture trail. Tramper trail and tramper vehicle hire for the disabled, bookable in advance on 01995 640557 or 01772 534709. Cafe open 7 days a week throughout the summer serving a variety of beverages, hot and cold food, light snacks, all day breakfasts, sweets and ice creams. The visitor center is a GTBS member. Beacon Fell Country Park leaflet (PDF 1.0mb)

Also two National Parks are within one hours travelling, containing some of Britain's most spectacular scenery.  There are endless places we can take you to for a walk. Below are just two examples.

Birding in Bowland Leaflet (PDF 5.5mb)