Nicky Nook Summit – The Barn, Scorton loop from Forton

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Nicky Nook Summit – The Barn, Scorton loop from Forton

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Nicky Nook Summit – The Barn, Scorton loop from Forton

02:59

10.7km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.91 km

Nikky Nick's Food Pimps Food Truck at The Priory

Highlight • Restaurant

Great stop for a Flat White and a Tiffin

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3.91 km

Nicky Nook Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nicky Nook is a 215m high hill on the western side of the Forest of Bowland. There is a trig pointy on the summit and great views west towards the sea, Fleetwood & Blackpool.

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6.52 km

Higher Lane in the Forest of Bowland

Highlight • Cycleway

Lovely quiet lane round the back of Wyresdale Park

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6.73 km

View of the Lake District from Forest of Bowland

Highlight • Forest

An alternate back road into Scorton with view some great views. Goes by Applestore cafe Scorton.

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7.11 km

Ghyll Wood

Forest

7.75 km

Applestore Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Lovely Cafe for lunch or cake stop.
Open everyday 9:00 - 16:00.

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8.77 km

The Barn, Scorton

Highlight • Cafe

A firm favourite with local cyclists. Plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. Also has bike racks (although most of the locks have keys missing). It can take ages to get …

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8.83 km

The Priory Inn

Highlight • Pub

Alternative venue to the barn, more of a restaurant / bar. If you fancy a cold beer after your Forest of Bowland efforts then this might be the place to go.

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9.76 km