Access for All
In the Forest of Bowland we are trying to enable access to the countryside for everyone; especially people with disabilities, people who are less mobile and people with pushchairs. All the family can now experience the unspoiled beauty of the area along trails with fantastic views, wildlife rich hedgerows and through tranquil woodlands and parklands.
Several trails have been developed across the Forest of Bowland which are easily accessible for people with walking difficulties and pushchairs as the routes do not include stiles or very steep gradients.
Trampers - the Tramper is a specially designed four-wheel drive all-terrain electric buggy, which can be used off road and even on rough ground, mud and grass. It enables people who have difficulty walking, who are less able or who may be disabled to experience the countryside, woodlands and lakesides; and to accompany friends and family when out walking.
Tramper Trails
Please click on a tramper symbol on the map or make a selection from the list below for the starting point and for details of the tramper trail.
We actively encourage the use of public transport in the Forest of Bowland AONB, for more detailed information visit our Travel Information page. You can use the North West Journey Planner to plan getting to the start of your route by public transport, each route provides you with details of the nearest bus stop or train station, so you can easily plot your journey.
Denotes a route that is particularly special for viewing wildlife, the downloadable pdf of the route highlights the types of wildlife to look out for.
| Start point: Bleasdale | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route | Length | Nearest Bus Stop | Village Information | Download/Print Leaflet |
| Bleasdale Trail 1 | 3.5 miles | No Service | • Bleasdale Trail 1 (pdf 1.83mb) | |
| Bleasdale Trail 2 | 1.4 miles | No Service | • Bleasdale Trail 2 (pdf 1.88mb) | |
| Start point: Claughton | ||||
| Route | Length | Nearest Bus Stop | Village Information | Download/Print Leaflet |
| Broadgate, Landskill & Cobble Hey Trails | 2 - 4 miles | No service | • Broadgate, Landskill & Cobble Hey Trails (pdf 1.55mb) | |
| Start point: Scorton | ||||
| Route | Length | Nearest Bus Stop | Village Information | Download/Print Leaflet |
| Cleveley Mere Trail | 2 miles | Scorton Village Centre North West Journey Planner | • Scorton village info | • Cleveley Mere Trail (pdf 649kb) |
| Priory Trails | 4 miles | Scorton Village Centre North West Journey Planner | • Scorton village info | • Priory Trails (pdf 944kb) |
It is strongly advised that you refer to the page on walking safely before undertaking a walk. This page highlights safety information and the Countryside Code and also provides further information about sustainable tourism and how you can make your contribution towards keeping the Forest of Bowland special!
Hiring Trampers
Trampers are available for hire at Bowland Visitor centre at Beacon Fell near Chipping, at Wyre Estuary Country Park, and at Witton Country Park in Blackburn. At these areas you also need to book ahead. To book a Tramper telephone:
Beacon Fell, Bowland Visitor Centre , 01995 640557
Wyre Estuary Country Park, 01253 857890
Witton Country Park, 01254 55423
Wyresdale Wheels
A group of local businesses in the Scorton area of the Forest of Bowland have been working in partnership with various government funded agencies including the Forest of Bowland AONB to develop Wyresdale Wheels. The Wyresdale Wheels Tramper is available to use, at any of the businesses in the partnership listed below. Copies of the leaflet are available from Tourist Information Centres or click here to view a copy Wyresdale Wheels: Access For All leaflet (PDF, 2.3mb please note that this file may take sometime to download). You may hire it for a few hours or days, subject to availability. When you use a Tramper for the first time you will be given an induction in how to use the vehicle. Please phone Jonty at Scorton Post Office on 01524 791329 to make your booking and we hope you enjoy tramping around Scorton!
- Best Western Garstang Country Hotel, Garstang
- Cleveley Mere Boutique Lodges, Forton
- Tamarack Outdoors, Barnacre
- Bleasdale Cottages, Bleasdale
- The Priory, Scorton
- Wyreside Lakes, Bay Horse
- Barnacre Cottages, Barnacre
- Cobble Hey Farm & Gardens, Garstang
- Broadgate Farmhouse B&B & Caravan Site, Bleasdale
- Game Format Ltd, Scorton
- The Barn, Scorton
- Caldertop Cottage, Calder Vale
- Guys Thatched Hamlet, Bilsborrow
- Sunset Park, Hambleton
Bowland Experience Tramper for Hire
Another cluster of tourism businesses are able to offer use of a Tramper at various locations in the Forest of Bowland. For further information or queries please contact Bowland Experience directly www.bowlandexperience.com Tel: Jonty 01524 791329
Note: there are several routes on the new Bowland Experience Tramper leaflet which are not ready for use. Please contact Bowland Experience for confirmation about these routes before embarking on your visit.
