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"Where've you been all this time, National Geographic?" could be the words uttered by Lancastrians well aware of the natural gem on their doorstep. As the prestigious and long-standing travel guide recently directed their influential spotlight on the Forest of Bowland, Lancashire's Area of Natural Beauty .
READ MORE: Pendle Hill project praised after 10,000 people join in with rural skills, nature and the great outdoorsBelow, we've cast our own magnifying glass on this stunning and largely untouched 803 square kilometre natural space, which also oozes cultural and historical elements to discover. There's spectacular sweeping landscapes, deep, inviting forests, remote villages enveloped by imposing valleys and wild fells waiting to be explored.
Sticking with inns, Freemasons at Wiswell, which features top chef Steven Smith in the kitchen, who is a huge advocate for Lancashire's food scene, is also among the area's plethora of excellent fining out options. Must visit This one's easy. Nestled in the heart Lancashire's very own 'little Lake District', Dunsop Bridge is the truly befitting end to the exhilarating drive to reach it. The valley, nuzzled deep inside our AOTB has strong links to the Royal Family with part of the Duchy of Lancaster Estate located within in. King Charles III, who is said to be enamoured by the area, is now the holder of the estate following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
The shire-like Hurst Green is said to have inspired Lord of The Rings author JRR Tolkien to create his Hobbit world after visiting the village and the surrounding landscapes and terrain, and as a result, The Tolkein Trail was borne. Meanwhile Sawley, ancient Ribchester and fairytale Downham are also on the cusp of the Forest of Bowland.
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