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Forest of Bowland northern fells loop

Forest of Bowland northern fells loop

Hard

4.8

(5)

306

riders

Forest of Bowland northern fells loop

04:20

82.5km

1,270m

Road cycling

The Forest of Bowland northern fells loop offers a difficult road cycling challenge, covering 51.2 miles (82.5 km) with a significant 4172 feet (1271 metres) of elevation gain. You can expect to complete this route in about 4 hours and 19 minutes. This trail takes you through dramatic fells, expansive…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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8.69 km

View of the Lune Valley

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The beautiful Lune Valley is located a stone's throw from the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The River Lune carves through stunning green countryside to form the picturesque valley. The area …

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27.4 km

Cross of Greet Climb

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Tougher but shorter from the south (1.8 miles 6% avg) , save your energy for a final kick near the top where it maxes out at around 18%. Fast descent from both sides, so take care.

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54.4 km

Trough of Bowland Viewpoint

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The Trough of Bowland is a valley and high pass in the Forest of Bowland. The road runs from Dunsop Bridge at 123m up to the pass at 295m and …

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57.4 km

Puddleducks Tea Room at the Centre of the United Kingdom

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Popular cyclists haunt with good food, outside and indoor seating, secure bike racks, drying room, water bottle refill tap. They don't take cards but you can get cash-back from the …

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73.3 km

Jubilee Tower (Quernmore)

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A good climb especially from the north from Quernmore, this is the shorter steeper side. From the north it averages 6% for approximately 2 miles, the steep section is early …

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82.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

74.9 km

5.02 km

1.48 km

931 m

177 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

62.3 km

20.1 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (420 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

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Trail Reviews

Matt

July 13, 2021, Tour of Bowland

Nice road ride, mostly on quiet roads but not for people who don’t like hills as there’s very little flat on the entire route

Forest of Bowland northern fells loop

View of the Lune Valley

Cross of Greet Climb

Trough of Bowland Viewpoint

Puddleducks Tea Room at the Centre of the United Kingdom

Jubilee Tower (Quernmore)

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