Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Moorland fells, hidden valleys, and quiet countryside routes

Open moorland, deep valleys, rolling farmland, and fast-flowing rivers create a landscape shaped by geology, farming, and centuries of rural life. Located in Lancashire and North Yorkshire, the Forest of Bowland National Landscape is known for its wide-open spaces, remote uplands, and some of northern England's most peaceful walking country.

Long-distance trails such as the Ribble Way, Wyre Way, and sections of the Lancashire Witches Walk pass through the landscape, linking places including Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping, and Hornby. Moorland paths, riverside routes, woodland tracks, and quiet country lanes reveal changing views across gritstone fells, heather-covered hills, wooded valleys, and traditional farming landscapes, creating journeys closely connected to the character of the region.

Whether exploring the upland fells, following a river through the valleys, or walking between villages and viewpoints, the Forest of Bowland rewards time spent on foot. Expansive scenery, rich wildlife, and a remarkable sense of tranquillity make it one of northern England's most rewarding destinations for self-guided travel.