27-02-2025
Discover beautiful Forest of Bowland with newly launched free guide
A GUIDE for anyone wanting to make the most of their time in Bowland has received its official launch.
Discover Bowland - put together by The Forest of Bowland National Landscape - was launched on February 26 in Gazegill at at an event attended by more than 50 members of the Bowland Sustainable Tourism Business network and partner organisations.
The pocket-friendly guide, which is also available online, is an essential source of information for people on foot or on bike. Thoughtfully put together routes encourage people to 'slow down, embrace nature's gentle rhythms and uncover Bowland's hidden gems'.
Festival Bowland got underway during the February half-term with its Dark Skies Festival. With events scheduled throughout the year, the Festival Bowland programme celebrates nature, landscape, culture and heritage, offering something for everyone.
Hetty Byrne, the sustainable tourism officer for the Forest of Bowland National Landscape, said: 'We hope the Discover Bowland guide and website will raise awareness of Bowland's stunning natural beauty and the fantastic work of our partnership. Through the publication we aim to inspire visitors to connect with nature, extend their stay, reduce car use and support local businesses."
The guide is free, but donations are welcome to Champion Bowland, the charity supporting sustainable tourism, environment and community projects across the protected area.
It is available at tourist information centres, hospitality and accommodation providers and other outlets across the Forest of Bowland National Landscape.
A digital version will also be available at:
