Out & About

Within a mile of where you are staying is some of the most stunning scenery in the UK. You are in walking distance of some great pubs and bars, 2 supermarkets and good mix of local shops and amenities.

Walking

Moorlands, forests, beaches & lakes - all within an hours drive.

You are a stones throw from the Forest of Bowland, half-an-hour from the Fylde Coast and an hour from the Lake District National Park.Its a walkers paradise and there are endless cycle routes too.

Wild Swimming

We love wild-swimming, there are many beautiful spots around the area where you can enjoy a dip surrounded by beauty!

Best is to google 'wild swimming in Lancashire' and you'll see all the latest articles and recommendations.

Whatever you choose to do, we's recommend wearing something on your feet and keeping your mouth closed!

Fishing

The Forest of Bowland is blessed with some of the best game fishing for trout and salmon in England, with the rivers Ribble, Lune and Hodder all flowing through the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - and all for the price of a day ticket.

On the Ribble and Hodder, day ticket fishing is available from as a little as £5 a day under an innovative Angling Passport scheme which gives anglers easy access to these productive waters via an easy-to-use token scheme.

Again, let good old Google be your guide, there's loads of info online.

Golf

Lancashire boasts some of the most famous courses in the world - Royal Lytham, Birkdale, Formby, Hillside. You will not find a better range of links golf courses anywhere in the UK.

But if you want something on the doorstep, then less than 5 minutes drive away is our local club at Longridge. We recommend this course because the people who run it are so friendly - and that makes all the difference when you're a golfing visitor.

They also have a full-sized snooker table and some great local ales, so don't rush off after you've finished your round.

Just an hours drive away...

...and you are in the Lake District National Park. It makes for the perfect day trip - you can walk, sail, kayak or bodyboard.