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Expanses of sky above the wild dramatic The AONB Land use and farming will continue to sweep of open . is protected by law change the way the landscape is shaped

Gentle and tidy lowlands, criss-crossed with dry stone walls and dotted with picturesque to ensure the conservation and enhancement of its natural beauty, not just for the present, but as it has always done. Today sheep and beef farming predominates in the uplands with farms and villages. This is a place like no other, a place with a strong sense of stepping back also for future generations. AONBs have been regarded for generations as treasured areas dairying being the major land use in the valleys. The extensive heather moorland has large- in time to a forgotten part of the English countryside, a place known as Bowland – the with special character, and are designated for the quality of their landscapes. The Forest of ly been conserved because of management for grouse shooting. Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Bowland was designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1964 under the Wildlife The AONB was part of the Old Forest of the North and the Royal Hunting Forest of and Countryside Act (1949) and was recognised by the government as being of equal status as Lancaster. Whilst the land we see today has fewer trees than it once would have done, in National Parks by the Countryside and Rights of Way Act (CRoW) 2000. Protective designation this instance the word ‘Forest’ denotes a royal hunting ground, an unenclosed tract of land, not only helps to conserve and enhance the AONB’s natural beauty but also seeks, as far as rather than a distinct wooded area.

possible, to promote the social and economic well-being of people that live and work within it. The landscape we see today contains many clues to past history.

Situated in North West , The remains of the Roman road can be clearly seen from the viewpoint at Jeffry Hill on A place to enjoy and keep special keep and enjoy to place A covering 803 square kilometres (300 Fell. Further clues to the past are given in the village names. The villages of BOWLAND

sq miles) of rural and ,Waddington and Caton date back to the Saxon period,‘ton’ meaning fenced

North , the Forest of area or enclosure. Norse names are also common, these include ‘beck’ meaning stream and ‘laithe’ meaning barn. Even Bowland was formally called ‘Bolland’ meaning cowland. OF FOREST Bowland AONB is in two parts. The famous landmark of is During the 13th century Cistercian Monks settled at Sawley and toiled for years building the geologically linked to the main upland abbey, clearing trees and cultivating the land to grow crops. Ridge and furrow cultivation patterns can still be seen in the long shadows cast by the winter sunlight. The monks had a block but separated by the broad major influence on the landscape through their clearance of land for farming sheep and valley of the . The area other livestock, which reached up into the Brennand Valley and area of Bowland. surrounding this outlier is known The 18th and 19th centuries saw the enclosure of land by drystone walls and hedgerows. locally as the , whilst Derelict lime kilns, old mineral workings, mills and lodges are all indicators of former indus- being under the umbrella of the Forest trial activity in the AONB. of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty title and designation.

Forest of Bowland AONB,The Stables, 4 Root Hill Estate Yard,Whitewell Road, An area of national and Working in partnership The Forest of Bowland AONB offers , Lancashire, BB7 3AY Tel / Fax:01200 448000 email: [email protected] www.forestofbowland.com international importance with those who live and work in the area and manage the land, and those charged with wonderful opportunities for quiet enjoyment conserving and enhancing the landscape and wildlife on behalf of the nation, is how AONB All those enjoying the Forest of Bowland AONB are asked to follow the Countryside such as walking, cycling and horse riding. 'In the Forest of Bowland AONB open access land because of its unspoiled and richly diverse landscapes, wildlife and heritage, Bowland has purposes are achieved. Management is steered by the Joint Advisory Committee (JAC) Code, at www.countrysideaccess.gov.uk, and adhere to signs, particularly at sensitive offers some of the roughest and most remove walking in the North West, and linked with outstanding heather moorland, blanket bog, and rare birds. The deeply incised cloughs and representing a partnership of landowners, farmers, voluntary organisations, wildlife groups, times such as the lambing and bird nesting season during spring and summer. the network of public rights of way, gives plenty of scope for enjoyable and challenging walks. wooded valleys are particularly characteristic of the Forest of Bowland as are its well- local councils and government agencies. The Forest of Bowland AONB statutory managed sporting estates. The AONB also has semi-natural woodlands and wildflower Management Plan, sets a vision for the AONB. This plan lays out aspirations for the future The latest editions of 1:25000 Ordnance Survey maps show access land and the Harvey For accommodation and places to go, visit our official website at www.forestofbowland.com meadows. Thirteen per cent of the AONB is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and details what needs to be achieved to reach this vision. You can view this Management Map of the area also shows access points. Occasionally notices will appear on site to notify where you can find our visitor guide, search for accommodation and events in the (SSSI) for its habitats and geological features. The extensive heather of the fells Plan on-line at www.forestofbowland.com the public of restrictions or closures. For further information about access land visit area, browse our local products directory and well as downloading lots of walks in are exceptionally important as a habitat for upland birds and have been designated as a www.countrysideaccess.gov.uk the area. Alternatively contact one of our local Tourist Information Centres on the Special Protection Area (SPA) under the European Birds Directive in recognition of this. numbers listed below. Bowland Visitor Centre, Beacon Fell Country Park. Tel: 01995 640557 TIC,The Council Shop, Fernlea Avenue, Barnoldswick. Tel: 01282 666704 Bentham TIC/TIP,Town Hall, Station Road. Tel: 015242 62549 TIC, BC Offices, Church Walk. Tel: 01200 425566 Visit , Unit 1 Cherestanc Square, Park Hill Road, Garstang. Tel: 01995 602125 TIC, 24 Main Street. Tel: 015242 71437 Lancaster TIC,The Storey, Meeting House Lane. Tel: 01524 582 394 Discover Pendle Centre, Boundary Mill Stores, . Tel: 01282 856186 Pendle Heritage Centre, . Tel: 01282 661701 Preston TIC,The Guild Hall. Tel: 01772 253731 Settle TIC,Town Hall, Settle. Tel: 01729 825192 Lancashire & Tourist Board. Tel: 01257 226600 www.visitlancashire.com The hen harrier is the bird symbolised It’s a place where people live and work, As the first protected area Yorkshire Tourist Board. Tel: 0844 888 5125 www.yorkshire.com Ordnance Survey Map Explorer OL41, Forest of Bowland & on the Forest of Bowland AONB logo. in England to achieve the Front cover photographs - Front cover photograph © Graham Cooper, www.forestofbowlandimages.com, Other a place that offers opportunities for everyone to enjoy accessible and beautiful countryside. photographs: © Graham Cooper, www.forestofbowlandimages.com, © Charlie Hedley/Natural England, © Tessa The Forest of Bowland AONB is not nationally owned or set aside solely for the Bunny/Natural England, © Jon Sparks and female hen harrier © Richard Saunders, Natural England. 6th edition, March 2011. The Forest of Bowland AONB is their most conservation of its natural beauty but is ever changing and vibrant, a place where people European Charter important breeding locality in England and is Lancashire County Council acts as the lead authority for the Forest of Bowland AONB Advisory are connected to the landscape. The Forest of Bowland AONB aims to maintain the Committee a partnership comprising: Lancashire County Council, County for Sustainable Tourism in Protected Areas, the Forest of Bowland AONB is part of an elite therefore crucial for this nationally connection between people and their environment by placing strong emphasis on the Council, District Council, Lancaster City Council, Pendle Council, Preston City threatened bird. Traditionally managed group of other protected areas across Europe. Council, Ribble Valley Borough Council,Wyre Borough Council, Lancashire Association of Parish importance of local communities. and Town Councils,Yorkshire Local Councils Association, NWDA, DEFRA, Natural England, farmland in the AONB is home to significant The Charter is awarded to protected areas that are following a best practice approach in United Utilities plc, Environment Agency, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), populations of wading birds, including delivering tourism that takes account of the needs of the environment, local communities Forest of Bowland Landowning and Farmers Advisory Group and the Ramblers Association. lapwings, curlews, redshanks and snipe. and the local economy. The Charter approach ensures that organisations, local people and businesses are working together to protect the area, whilst at the same time increasing Leaflet available in large text format on request. Due to OS opportunities for visitors to discover and enjoy it. legislation the map is not available in larger format. FOB Gen Info 0211 28/2/11 2:39 PM Page 2

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WoodplumptonWoodplumpton SimonstoneSSimoSimimm L WeetonWeetoneeetetonton B 32 71 cam pictures from a hen harrier's nest in the spring. A6 Designed and produced by mapt ltd, for Lancashire County Council.This map contains Ordnance Survey material with the permission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of the Controller of Her Majesty’s Stationery Office © Crown Copyright. Unauthorised reproduction infringes Crown Copyright and may lead to prosecution or civil proceedings. Lancashire County Council Licence No. 100023320 2004. (Origination D. Jenks)