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Welcoming Walkers and Cyclists

Walking in Forest of Bowland

Welcome WalkersThe Walkers & Cyclists Charter Mark is a UK wide scheme, which was developed with expert advice and support from Natural England and the Youth Hostel Association, giving walkers and cyclists the confidence that they are booking quality accommodation that meets their particular needs.

Welcome cyclistsCriteria for the scheme includes the provision of space for drying outdoor clothing and footwear, secure storage for bicycles, provision of puncture repair kits and other useful services specific to the needs of walkers and cyclists.


For a full list of Lancashire accommodation that carries the Walkers & Cyclists Charter Mark


Welcoming Walkers and CyclistsLancashire and Blackpool Tourist Board have produced a new leaflet featuring these accommodation providers as well as accredited campsites.




If you would like to request a copy a Welcoming Walkers & Cyclists - Where to Stay in Rural Lancashire - click here

A number of walks and cycle routes are also listed in this guide - these routes can be download via the links below

A - A short walk around Silverdale (featured in Walking for All) - 3.8 miles

B - Creamy Lancashire Walk (Chipping) 4 miles

C - Tolkien Trail - 5.5 miles

D - Calder Vale Walk: Three Parishes - 12 miles

E - Stannah Circular Walk

F - Walking with Witches Trail (4 or 3.5 miles)

G - Reelers Trail - 7.5 miles

H - Wayside Arts Trail - 2, 4 or 6 miles options

I - Lune Valley Cycle Ride - 12.5 miles

J - Cycle Tour of Pendle - 17 miles

K - Gisburn Forest Cycle Routes

L - Salter Fell - Cross O'Greets Circuit - 30 mile


For more walking routes and cycling routes in Lancashire

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