Forest of Bowland Cottages:

Things to do, Places to visit

Set in the beautiful unspoilt Forest of Bowland, Hydes Farm is ideally located for visiting the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Walking and cycling are well catered for with Gisburn Forest being on the doorstep and is a safe haven for children and also has man-made mountain bike tracks.  Fell walking is also very popular for the more experienced walker. In spring watch the lambs bouncing and playing in the sunshine, or try bird watching or fishing.

Nearby is Stocks Reservoir which anglers are invited to visit and the market towns of Clitheroe, Settle and Skipton are all within easy reach and there are lots of picturesque villages steeped in history literally on the doorstep.

Famous Pendle Hill which is the home of the notorious Lancashire Witches is only a few miles away and offers tourists the opportunity to follow the Pendle Witch Trail from Pendle Hill to Lancaster where they were sentenced to death in 1612.

You should also consider either gentle cycling on our quiet roads or more adventurous mountain biking. For cycle hire, tours or group adventures, visit Cycle Adventure.

Places to Eat and drink

Local eating places are The Parkers Arms which is within walking distance and is approximately within 200 metres of the accommodation serves seasonal food from regularly updated menus.   The owners pride themselves on using local produce and have recently been voted 'Restaurant of the Year 2007' at their mother restaurant in Clitheroe. 

The Hark to Bounty in Slaidburn has a special offer  'Fish on Friday' for £5.00 a head, booking essential and is approximately a mile and a half away from Hydes Farm.

The Inn at Whitewell is around 3 miles from the cottages and provides visitors with a more elegant dining experience, so be prepared to pay a little more. Ideal for a special occasion.

Cafes can be found at Slaidburn and Dunsop Bridge offering great value and a friendly atmosphere.

Please ask the owners for further information when booking; previous visitors will often leave their recommendations for future guests.