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Explore the Forest of Bowland with the New Discover Bowland app
Posted on:
7 July 2026
A brand-new way to explore the Forest of Bowland National Landscape has arrived with the launch of the Discover Bowland app
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Clitheroe and Blackpool announced as Stage Two hosts for Lloyds Tour of Britain Women 2026
Posted on: 18 June 2026
Clitheroe and Blackpool will host the start and finish of stage two of the 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain Women, which will pass through the region on Thursday 20 August 2026.
Lancashire has some of the best country walking in England, from short, gentle rambles to long distance treks allowing you to enjoy some of the best views and vistas the county has to offer.
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WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
There's a fantastic day ahead of you at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Enjoy splashing, dipping, playing, feeding, paddling and getting up-close-and-personal to some of nature's…
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Thornton Hall Country Park
Set on the borders of Lancashire, Thornton Hall Country Park is an award-winning, family-run, working farm and leisure attraction.
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Owd Nell's at The Thatched Hamlet
A new chapter begins at Owd Nell's at The Thatched Hamlet, a much-loved Lancashire landmark set in the heart of the countryside near Preston.
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Thornton Hall Country Park
Set on the borders of Lancashire, Thornton Hall Country Park is an award-winning, family-run, working farm and leisure attraction.
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WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
There's a fantastic day ahead of you at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Enjoy splashing, dipping, playing, feeding, paddling and getting up-close-and-personal to some of nature's most wonderful wildlife.
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Owd Nell's at The Thatched Hamlet
A new chapter begins at Owd Nell's at The Thatched Hamlet, a much-loved Lancashire landmark set in the heart of the countryside near Preston.
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Forest Inn
This modern brasserie and bar is a fantastic place for diners and drinkers to enjoy a Mediterranean inspired menu, in a relaxed and contemporary setting, with a large south facing garden for al fresco dining.
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Ribble Valley Holiday Homes
Ribble Valley Holiday Homes offers a true home away from home, with the added luxury of an onsite spa and pool at Hidden Oaks.
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Wedding Viewing Night at Lancashire Manor House
Date: 18th Aug 2026
View the Great Hall, dressed for a wedding breakfast, view bedrooms and chat to the wedding team.
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Free | Outdoors
Scorton Bat Walk
Date: 19th Aug 2026
Join the Wyre Rivers Trust on this summer bat walk and venture into a world of clicks, slaps and pops! Booking needed. (Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.)
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Teddy Bear Picnic at Lakeside Kitchen
Date: 19th Aug 2026
Create your new best friend then join a fun teddy bear picnic.
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Family Friendly | Outdoors
Stonyhurst Summer Rugby Camp 2026
Dates: 17th Aug 2026 - 20th Aug 2026
The aim is to improve existing skills and challenge your child to learn new ones, with the help of our motivated and passionate coaches.
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August Wedding Open Evening at Holland Hall
Date: 20th Aug 2026
Romantic, charismatic and distinctive, the perfect venue for all seasons.
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Arts & Culture
Weaving Workshop at Barton Grange Garden Centre
Date: 21st Aug 2026
Explore your creativity and learn a new skill of weaving.
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Ramble from Nabs Head Samlesbury
Distance4.5 miles
Take in some simply breath-taking country views around Samlesbury, and witness a whole range of wildlife.
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Brontës in Pendle
Duration3 - 4 hours
Distance4.5 Miles
Although much more associated with Yorkshire, The Brontë sisters actually spent much of their lives in Lancashire walking from the family home at Haworth across the South Pennine Moors.
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Free | History & Heritage | Outdoors
The Tolkien Trail - in the Footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien
Duration2 hours 30 mins
Distance5.5 miles
Many areas in the UK claim to have inspired J.R.R Tolkien creation of middle earth but the author certainly spent a lot of his time at Stonyhurst College working on The Lord of the Rings during the Second World War.
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Lee and Cragg Quarry Mountain Biking
Distance8 miles
Lee Quarry is the first of Rossendale’s purpose built mountain bike venues.
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