Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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12.0 km

Whalley Old Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Lovely scenic Whalley, great cycling in the Ribble Valley

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12.3 km

View of Whalley Viaduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

Narrow, winding descent with a beautifully smooth surface and a stunning view

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19.3 km

Cunliffe House Wood

Forest

25.1 km

River Ribble

Lake

26.5 km

Flowing from the Yorkshire Dales towards the sea, the River Ribble passes through beautiful countryside. Archaeological findings suggest that people have lived along the river for thousands of years since …

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34.9 km

Spring Wood

Forest

41.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.0 km

1.50 km

1.36 km

150 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

40.1 km

954 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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