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The Trough of Bowland loop from Garstang — Forest of Bowland

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North West England

The Trough of Bowland loop from Garstang — Forest of Bowland

Moderate

4.8

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167

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The Trough of Bowland loop from Garstang — Forest of Bowland

02:38

53.9km

660m

Road cycling

Embark on a moderate racebike loop through the stunning Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This 33.5-mile (53.9 km) route from Garstang takes you through dramatic fells, expansive moorlands, and picturesque river valleys, offering a peaceful cycling experience on quiet country lanes. You will climb a total of…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Forest of Bowland AONB

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18.1 km

Chipping Farm Shop

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absolutely fantastic bacon barm..and great coffee, even got provision for bikes to be left safely.. top marks!!!

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2

28.6 km

Dunsop Bridge – Centre of the United Kingdom

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Officially the village closest to the centre of the British Isles as certified by Ordnance Survey.
It's a pretty little village with a cafe and a pub. It's on the …

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31.4 km

Trough of Bowland Viewpoint

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The Trough of Bowland is a valley and high pass in the Forest of Bowland. The road runs from Dunsop Bridge at 123m up to the pass at 295m and …

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49.8 km

The Barn, Scorton

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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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53.9 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.3 km

624 m

Surfaces

46.8 km

6.93 km

194 m

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Highest point (310 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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Trail Reviews

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September 7, 2023, The Trough of Bowland loop from Garstang — Forest of Bowland

Photos would have been better if not for the Sahara desert mist in the sky

May 3, 2025, Trough of Bowland

This is a road ride really, but there are some rough sections.