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FOREST OFBOWLANDArea of Outstanding Natural Beauty

The development of Bowland Fresh milk has secured thefuture of many family farms in the area,as well as helpedto protect the beautiful Bowland landscape for futuregenerations to enjoy.A similar scheme has beendeveloped for locally produced meat called 'BowlandForest Foods'.Please look out for both brands when youshop and help support local farmers.

including an early Friends Meeting House and Quaker burialground containing headstones from the 19th and early 20thcenturies.The graveyard is managed to encourage biodiversity,and a bench is available for passers by to sit and reflect.

About one third of the buildings within Newton village arelisted.Land holdings within the village are mentioned inwills for members of the de Knoll family and it is likely thatthe village dates from the post-conquest period as there isno mention of it in historical records until the 13th century,where it is listed as Newton - a name that means 'newsettlement'.In 2000 Lancaster University undertook a fieldstudy where they found watercourses and a trackway tothe south of the village dating back to the 16th century.

By Road: Newton is on the B6478 approximately 7 milesnorth of Clitheroe. Dunsop Bridge is just less than 3 milesto the east of Newton on an unclassified road.

History of Dunsop BridgeThe small village of Dunsop Bridge can be found in aglorious setting of Bowland fells,streams and rivers.It isofficially recognised as the village closest to the centre ofthe British Isles and in 1992 British Telecom installed their100,000th payphone on the village green to celebrate this.

The area is still a farming community at heart and thefarms and houses are mostly owned by United Utilities orthe Duchy of Lancaster Estate.The latter was purchasedfrom the Towneley family in 1939.The Towneley familyleft a lasting impression on the village;chiefly the buildingof St Hubert's RC church on the Trough road.This was

opened in 1865 and is richly decorated.It is believed thatpart of the cost of erecting the church came from thewinnings of the racehorse 'Kettledrum',owned by theTowneleys and of whom a painting can be found in theapse of the church.

Dunsop Bridge was once a part of Beatrix or Battrix,now just two houses and a few farm buildings but athriving market from the thirteenth to the eighteenthcentury.When roads became more important Beatrixdiminished but Dunsop Bridge grew in size as it issituated on a well-travelled route between York andLancaster.The famous Pendle Witches passed throughhere on the way to their trial in 1616.

How to find usPublic Transport: The B10 bus that travels from Clitheroeto Settle via Slaidburn stops at both Newton and DunsopBridge. For more details call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33.There are rail connections at Settle and Clitheroe.

The surrounding countryside is managed in the main bysmall family farms,with sheep and cattle.Many of these aretenanted farms,on the Knowlmere Estate.Dairy farmers inthe two villages have recently joined forces and sell their milkto a new group supplying 'Bowland Fresh Milk'.Too often,milk is collected from many miles away before processing- even being imported from the continent - adding to the'food miles' travelled and making it hard to trace where itcomes from.Now,because the farmers control thepasteurising and bottling part of the supply chain as well aswho they sell it to,they receive a better price for their milkat the farm gate.This is crucial at a time when rock-bottomprices are driving many dairy farmers out of business.

The success of the local lead mining in the nineteenthcentury resulted in a further increase in the size of Dunsop,and more recently houses were built for forestry and waterboard employees.There is now a more diverse array ofoccupations but villagers retain a strong sense of community.

History of NewtonThe neighbouring village of Newton-in-Bowland issurrounded by small fields enclosed by dry stone walls andwoodland.Stone cottages in this conservation area village aremeticulously cared for and stand above the River Hodder.Some of these properties arose from religious dissent

Bowland AONB

The Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding NaturalBeauty (AONB) is a nationally protected landscape andinternationally important for its heather moorland, blanketbog and rare birds. It is the first protected area in Englandto be awarded the European Charter for SustainableTourism in Protected Areas. The Charter approachensures that organisations, local people and businesses areworking together to protect the area, whilst at the sametime increasing opportunities for visitors to discover andenjoy its special qualities. Sustainable tourism aims tomake a low impact on the environment and local culture,while encouraging better income, employment andconservation of the very landscape upon which ourtourism is based. For more information regarding theForest of Bowland AONB, visit the website atwww.forestofbowland.com or ring 01772 534709 for aninformation leaflet. The businesses featured here are partof the local economy which supports this speciallandscape - please support them with your custom andenjoy your stay!

Cover Image © Graham Cooper

Dunsop Bridge, Clitheroe, BB7 3BBTel: 01200 448237

You will need to fill up with fuel sometime onyour visit so please support your local garage.We are facing the village green so watch outfor ducks! Attended service available at no extracharge. Full range of motoring essentials andsnacks and drinks also available.

Open Mon to Fri 9am to 3.20pm and 5pm to6pm - school hols open right through. Sat andSun 9am to 5pm.

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Trough Road, Dunsop Bridge, Clitheroe, BB7 3BGTel: 01200 448349

Delightful teas are served on Sundays in thesummer and the proceeds support local organi-sations. Come and relax, have a chat, a cuppaand sample villager's home baking after a walkor a visit to the nearby church.The hall is alsoavailable for hire.There's a meeting room,kitchen and main hall.

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Hydes Farm,Newton-in-Bowland,Clitheroe,BB7 3DYTel: 01200 446353

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Two recently converted self-catering cottages.Ideally situated for walking, cycling, bird watchingand fishing etc. Own off road parking in thecentre of one of the prettiest villages in theHodder valley. All bedding and towels included.

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John Clarke - animal portrait and wildlife artistRoot House, Dunsop Bridge, Clitheroe, BB7 3BB Tel: 01200 448214Web: www.johnclarkefinearts.co.uk

John Clarke, a gamekeeper turned artist, under-takes equine and dog portrait commissions inaddition to producing his detailed wildlife stud-ies. John has a selection of signed limited editionprints for sale with a bespoke picture framingservice on offer.

Visitors always welcome but please phone first.

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Dunsop Bridge, Clitheroe, BB7 3BB Tel: 01200 448214Web: www.roothouse.co.ukVisit Britain - awaiting inspection

Recently renovated traditional Bowland farm-house where original features have been care-fully restored.You will stay in a spacious roomwith views of the river Hodder across open fieldswith a backdrop of heather topped Bowland hills.The large en-suite bathroom features both a fullsized bath and separate shower.

Root House Bed and Breakfast 8

Trough Road, Dunsop Bridge, Clitheroe, BB7 3BGTel: 01200 448231

Our church is small but magnificent with amedieval font from nearby Burholme. Stainedglass windows made by Capronnier of Brusselsshow St Hubert as a huntsman accompanied bya stag. A painting of Derby winner Kettledrumcan be found on the richly decorated apse. Forthis and other stories, please visit us!

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Newton-in-Bowland, Clitheroe, BB7 3DY Tel: 01200 446236Web: www.parkersarms.co.uk

A new venture by the award winning Weezosteam. Indulge in the very best of modern Britishcooking using the finest local produce in one ofthe most truly majestic settings, with stupen-dous Hodder river and valley views from ourextensive beer garden in the summer, and roar-ing log fires in the winter.

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Newton Village Hall auctionsNewton-in-Bowland, Clitheroe, BB7 3DZTel: 01772 784177 or 01200 446095

There are regular auctions of antiques, furnitureand rural bygones held in the village hall.Thetea and cakes made and sold by the localsmake it worth coming to the sale even if you'reonly looking!

Thursday is sale day but phone to check, asthey are every few weeks.

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Puddleducks cafe, village store and post officeDunsop Bridge, Clitheroe, BB7 3BB Tel: 01200 448 241Web: www.puddleduckstearooms.co.uk

Everything in the tearooms is homemade usingthe best local produce where possible - pies,cakes etc.When the tearooms are closed,refreshments are available through the shop.Wehave interesting gifts and local maps and guides.

Opening hours - shop 8am to 5pm 7 days aweek, tearoom 9am to 4.30pm Wed to Sun.Hours are extended in the summer.

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Slaidburn Road, Newton-in-Bowland,Clitheroe, BB7 3DLTel: 07966 582834Web: www.stonefoldholidaycottage.co.uk

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Set in open moorland with spectacular views ofthe Hodder Valley and ideal for walking, birdwatching and mountain biking.The cottage,which is equipped to a very high standardsleeps 5 - one double, one twin and a singleroom plus cot. Disabled facilities.

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Newton in Bowland, Clitheroe, BB7 3DZTel: 01200 446287Visit Britain - awaiting inspection

A well equipped detached house with superbviews. 4 Bedrooms, 2 shower rooms and bath-room on the 1st floor.There is one bedroomand ensuite toilet with disabled facilities and wetroom on the ground floor.There is a log-burn-ing stove in the lounge and linen, towels andheating are all inclusive.

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Dunsop Bridge, Clitheroe, BB7 3BETel: 01200 448223

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We have a large, spacious, 17th century housewith beautifully appointed rooms on a workingfarm on the Duchy of Lancaster estate. Guestlounge with colour TV and large garden. Idealfor walkers, cyclists, birdwatchers and users ofthe North Lancashire Bridleway. Stabling forhorses available.

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FOREST OFBOWLANDArea of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Walk along the river HodderThe walk detailed below is best followed using Ordnance Survey Explorer Map OL 41‘Forest of Bowland and Ribblesdale’. The Start Point is in Slaidburn, (SD 71425239) There is a bus service: B10 from Clitheroe and Settle.The End Point is inDunsop Bridge (SD 6601 5014) The bus service from there is: B10 to Clitheroe,Slaidburn and Settle (cut off point at Newton, also served by B10). It is 5.5 miles (9km)and takes approximately 3 hours to complete.The Terrain consists of tracks, fields androads, gates and some stiles and some short ascents. It can be wet under foot.

A detailed description of this walk and many others can be downloaded fromwww.forestofbowland.com

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