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Trough of Bowland Pass – Hodder Bridge loop from Clitheroe

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Trough of Bowland Pass – Hodder Bridge loop from Clitheroe

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Trough of Bowland Pass – Hodder Bridge loop from Clitheroe

05:19

69.0km

1,210m

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 13, 2025

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Start point

Train Station

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5.13 km

Sawley Village Signpost Climb

Highlight • Structure

Short but steep climb

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2

8.38 km

Grindleton Fell

Mountain Pass

3

14.8 km

View of Slaidburn

Highlight • Settlement

A picturesque corner of Lancashire, Slaidburn is a gray stone village found on the banks of the River Hodder. The village is surrounded by misty moorland and patchwork farmland. Be …

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15.6 km

Slaidburn Village

Highlight • Rest Area

Nice village with large open green and good cafe car park and toilets

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5

15.6 km

Slaidburn War Memorial

Highlight • Historical Site

The memorial is a life size bronze statue of a serviceman which is erected upon a octagonal sandstone column within a small paved area. There are five metal plaques attached …

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6

22.2 km

Gravel Track in Forest of Bowland

Highlight • Cycleway

don't ride on a gravel bike

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7

38.3 km

Lee Wood

Forest

8

40.6 km

Trough of Bowland Pass

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

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 …

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52.6 km

Hodder Bridge

Highlight • River

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

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53.5 km

Porter Wood

Forest

11

66.0 km

Waddington Village

Highlight • Pub

With a babbling brook, manicured gardens and chocolate box cottages, Waddington is a lovely village in Lancashire. Its historic buildings house fascinating tales: Henry VI went into hiding in Waddington …

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69.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.9 km

15.5 km

1.06 km

431 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

50.5 km

11.5 km

3.87 km

2.89 km

261 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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