Attractions in Lancashire

A good climb especially from the north from Quernmore, this is the shorter steeper side. From the north it averages 6% for approximately 2 miles, the steep section is early …read more

Great trails and superb views

This great climb is used in the Chorley Grand Prix road race held in April. From the reservoir at Rivington it starts with a steep section to the cattle grid. …read more

The Bridge is fine for cyclist but it can be tricky in the wet. You can get a bike with panniers across. It’s part of several routes including the Bay Cycle Way route 700.

Can approach from the east or west. Coming from Dunsop Bridge (east) involves climbing up a steep hill towards the final part (Boundary Hill) which is 13% average with kicker …read more

Steep climb up stone stairs from Barley. Can be a bit of a motorway from the Barley side, if you want a quieter walk, why not try from Downham.

A climb of 0.75 miles, travelling north to south, at an average of 8% with the steepest part in the first 0.1 miles where it maxes out at around 25% …read more

A small picturesque village for those wishing to explore the Trough / Forest of Bowland. It has a post office, café (Puddleducks) and also car park and toilets on the east side of the village.

If you're feeling spectacularly energetic, just west of the dam here there are some swoopy mountain bike trails. They're not long - just over a mile, but they can provide …read more

Quite a swanky pub, was featured in BBC's 'The Trip' with Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon. Can be quite busy with weddings at weekends, so road cyclists might not feel …read more

Just near The Inn at Whitewell, great views, especially to the north towards the Dunsop Bridge and the Trough of Bowland.

A flat traffic-free lane with views to Pendle Hill to the east and Bowland to the west. A lovely oasis away from vehicular traffic - well there were three Romany caravans on their way to Appleby Horse Fair.

Popular with cyclists, reasonably priced with good food. You can usually prop your bikes outside or across the road and still have visibility.

A good test of fitness for the locals. If attacked from Ribchester it makes it one of the longest climbs in the area (although you do have to cross a …read more

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 …read more

Excellent trail centre with features for all abilities.

Tougher but shorter from the south (1.8 miles 6% avg) , save your energy for a final kick near the top where it maxes out at around 18%. Fast descent from both sides, so take care.

Popular cyclists haunt with good food, outside and indoor seating, secure bike racks, drying room, water bottle refill tap. They don't take cards but you can get cash-back from the …read more

Specialist cyclist café with bike racks in visible location. Nice place, fairly quick service even when busy. Good Full English. Must be very nice on a hot day, with views over the water and outdoor seating.

Malham tarn, a large lake amidst the Yorkshire Dales