Discover the wilder side of Lancashire & North Yorkshire
Relax, recharge and reconnect with nature among 300 square miles of pristine upland landscapes in The Forest of Bowland National Landscape.
Step into a walker's paradise
Reconnect and Recharge
Escape the ‘chatter’ of the 21st Century and tune in to the slower rhythms of nature on a digital detox in the the Forest of Bowland
About the Forest of Bowland National Landscape
The Forest of Bowland may be a long way off the beaten track, but Ordnance Survey cartographers have identified it as the centre point of Great Britain.
Where to Stay
There’s plenty of fun activities to cram into a day trip to the Forest of Bowland, but making a weekend of it opens up all sorts of options. Whether you’re ...
Springtime in Bowland
After the long winter months of almost suspended animation, Spring is quite possibly the busiest of all the seasons in Bowland. Hints and harbingers of spring can arrive surprisingly early, ...
‘Father’ of the Pennine Way to be remembered at 60th Anniversary of Britain’s first National Trail
On the 60th anniversary of its opening, guidebook writer Nick Burton recalls the pivotal role a duo of Pendle Radicals played in the establishment of the Pennine Way. Tom Stephenson ...
Discover Bowland 2025
Start planning a visit to the Forest of Bowland with the 2025 Discover Guide: packed with ideas and inspiration for your next big Bowland adventure! The Forest of Bowland National ...
Get closer to nature
The Forest of Bowland is an oasis for wildlife where visitors can still see species which have become scarce in the rest of England
Choose your adventure
On foot, by bike, by day or by night, the Forest of Bowland is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts just waiting to be explored.
A truly delicious destination
Discover specialist independent food retailers, thriving markets and artisan producers on a foodie foray through this mouth-watering corner of England.