Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: December 17, 2025

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Forest of Bowland National Landscape

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Start point

Parking

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357 m

Ribchester Village

Highlight • Historical Site

On the lazily meandering River Ribble, the pretty village of Ribchester is steeped in history. Once the site of the Roman cavalry fort of Bremetennacum, there is evidence of human …

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1.99 km

Heron Spot on the Riverside

Highlight • Viewpoint

3.27 km

Haugh Wood

Forest

6.53 km

Shireburn Arms Pub & Tolkien Trail Start

Highlight • Trail

The Shireburn Arms is a gorgeous, characterful pub in the picturesque village of Hurst Green. Set in prime walking country, there's plenty to see in the surrounding area, from beautiful …

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6.56 km

Millie's Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Great to grab a sandwich or coffee before the walk. Delicious omelettes.

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6.67 km

Public Toilets at Hurst Green

Highlight • Rest Area

public toilets at the start of a number of potential routes

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6.88 km

Hurst Green Memorial Hall Car Park

Highlight • Parking

car park, not well advertised. has an honety box for payment

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8.43 km

Deer House Wood

Forest

14.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.85 km

4.90 km

1.80 km

883 m

204 m

Surfaces

4.67 km

4.07 km

3.05 km

2.67 km

159 m

Elevation

Highest point (200 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

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Ribchester Village – Heron Spot on the Riverside loop from Ribchester

Ribchester Village

Heron Spot on the Riverside

Shireburn Arms Pub & Tolkien Trail Start

Millie's Cafe

Public Toilets at Hurst Green

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