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Long Preston

Bowland Knotts – Gisburn Forest Hub loop from Long Preston

Hard

4.6

(7)

45

riders

Bowland Knotts – Gisburn Forest Hub loop from Long Preston

03:05

47.0km

640m

Cycling

Hard bike 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: April 29, 2026

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Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

6.34 km

Holy Trinity Church

Highlight • Other

2

28.2 km

Bowland Knotts

Highlight • Natural Monument

Bowland Knotts 430.7m P88 (1413ft)
Forest of Bowland Definitive List.
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29.7 km

Gisburn Forest

Forest

4

33.7 km

A great view from the bridge overlooking the reservoir. Quite early on in the ride.

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5

35.1 km

Gisburn Forest Hub

Highlight • Rest Area

Gisburn Forest Hub is the main car park for the forest mountain biking trails, which extend deep into the thick forest.

Here you'll find 6 walking trails, 4 cycling trails, …

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42.8 km

Hole House Plantation

Forest

B

47.0 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

46.6 km

201 m

123 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

40.1 km

6.81 km

201 m

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Highest point (420 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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