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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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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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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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Fairy Glen
Nestled on the side of Parbold Hill, is a beautiful woodland walk called 'Fairy Glen'. Stroll through this enchanted forest and discover plenty of cliff edges and spectacular waterfalls.
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The Inn at Whitewell
Multi award winning characterful traditional rural inn that's part of the Duchy of Lancaster's estate and sits high on the banks of the River Hodder in the heart of the Forest of Bowland AONB.
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Pimbo Garden Centre and Coffee Shop
With a friendly and experienced team always available to offer expert advice and a helpful service Pimbo Garden Centre is a traditional gardener's paradise with a stylish, bright and contemporary coffee shop serving a range of home cooked food, sunday lunches and quality coffees.
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Thornton Hall Country Park - Weddings
Nestled within 250 acres of idyllic countryside is the most exclusive purpose built wedding venue. Specialising in weddings, celebrations & corporate events, Thornton Hall is the perfect place to share your special occasion.
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Familia Zuccardi Wine Dinner with Noelia Calleja at Northcote
Date: 16th Jul 2026
An exceptional evening celebrating one of Argentina’s most acclaimed wine estates, Zuccardi Valle de Uco.
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Outdoors | Family Friendly
Summer Toddler Party at Thornton Hall
Dates: 13th Jul 2026 - 16th Jul 2026
Summer holidays start here.
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Arts & Culture | History & Heritage
Talk: George Fox and The Friends Movement in the North at Gawthorpe Hall
Date: 16th Jul 2026
A talk looking at the origins of the Society of Friends, also known as The Quakers, and the influence of George Fox in the north of England.
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HAPPA's Summer Family Party
Date: 18th Jul 2026
A family-friendly summer celebration marking the start of the summer days.
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July Wedding Open Evening at Holland Hall
Date: 23rd Jul 2026
Romantic, charismatic and distinctive, the perfect venue for all seasons.
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Outdoor Theatre Twelfth Night at Gawthorpe Hall
Date: 25th Jul 2026
Off the Ground Theatre bring one of Shakespeare's best-loved plays, Twelfth Night, to Gawthorpe Hall.
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Free | Outdoors
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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Free | Arts & Culture | History & Heritage
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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Free | Outdoors
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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