Welcome to Bolton by Bowland

Bolton-by-Bowland is a picturesque village located in the Ribble Valley district of Lancashire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Ribble and is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The village is known for its beautiful architecture, including the 15th-century St. Peter and St. Paul's Church, which is a Grade I listed building. The village also has a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, which serve delicious local cuisine.

One of the main attractions of Bolton-by-Bowland is the stunning countryside that surrounds the village. The village is located in the heart of the Forest of Bowland, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The forest is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including red deer, otters, and rare birds such as the hen harrier. The forest is also a popular destination for walkers and hikers, with a number of well-marked trails and footpaths that offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Bolton-by-Bowland is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Lancashire. Whether you're interested in exploring the village's historic architecture, enjoying a pint in one of its traditional pubs, or taking a leisurely stroll through the surrounding countryside, Bolton-by-Bowland has something to offer everyone. So why not plan a visit to this beautiful village and experience the best that Lancashire has to offer?

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 9°C

Feels Like: 5.4°C

Wind: 17.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Bolton By Bowland Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Richard Blackburn	Gisburn Road Bolton-By-Bowland Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 4NP 01200447632 School Website
Grindleton Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Robert Blanchet	Sawley Road Grindleton Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 4QS 01200441257 School Website
Bowland High Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Laura Fielden	Riversmead Sawley Road Grindleton Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 4QS 01200441374 School Website
Gisburn Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Mccloskey	Burnley Road Gisburn Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 4ET 01200445406 School Website
Chatburn Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Gardiner	Sawley Road Chatburn Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 4AS 01200441426 School Website
Slaidburn Brennands Endowed Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah White	Church Street Slaidburn Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 3ER 01200446664 School Website
Waddington And West Bradford Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah White	West Bradford Road Waddington Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 3JE 01200422915 School Website
Moorland School Limited Other Independent School Head Teacher Mrs Deborah Frost	Ribblesdale Avenue Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 2JA 1200423833 School Website
Hellifield Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Maddocks	Kendal Road Hellifield Skipton North Yorkshire BD23 4HA 01729850215 School Website
Long Preston Endowed Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Maddocks	Long Preston Skipton North Yorkshire BD23 4PN 01729840377 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Long Preston Station Road, Long Preston, North Yorkshire, BD23 4NH 5.52 Miles

Hellifield Station Road, Hellifield, North Yorkshire, BD23 4HN 5.88 Miles

Clitheroe Station Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2ED 6.27 Miles

Giggleswick Off A65, Giggleswick, North Yorkshire, BD24 0EA 7.75 Miles

Settle Station Road, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 9AA 8.13 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
White Star Taxis 01200 444401 Unit 4/Deanfield Way/Link 59 Business Pk, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QU 5.32 Miles
A1 Private Hire 01200 428428 Unit 4A Lincoln Way, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QD 5.77 Miles
Dial A Cab 01200 428828 Unit 4A/Salthill Ind Est/Lincoln Way, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QD 5.77 Miles
Penole Taxi 01200 425323 2 River Lea Gdns, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QQ 6.07 Miles
Clitheroe Taxis 01200 443999 2 River Lea Gardens, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QQ 6.07 Miles
S D Cars 01282 814310 Unit 4 48-52 Gisburn Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashire, BB18 5ER 6.44 Miles
Pendle Taxis 01200 443999 12 Talbot Cl, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1LF 6.48 Miles
Saj Cab's 01200 442211 Eshton Terrace, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1BQ 6.49 Miles
Clitheroe Taxis 01200 442211 Unit 3 Eshton Terrace, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1BQ 6.49 Miles
Dial-A-Cab 01200 444144 2 Eshton Ter, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1BQ 6.49 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Forest Beck Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Holden Weekday Last Collection:14:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Bolton By Bowland Post Office Weekday Last Collection:14:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Closes Lodge Weekday Last Collection:14:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Lane Ends Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Bank Bottom Weekday Last Collection:14:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Four Lane Ends Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Sawley Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Paythorne Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Childrens Home Weekday Last Collection:14:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Tosside D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tosside Bridge D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gisburn Post Office Weekday Last Collection:15:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Grindleton Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Rimington Lane Weekday Last Collection:15:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Slaidburn Health Centre 01200 413640	Slaidburn Health Centre Townend, Slaidburn Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 3EP
Hellifield Surgery	The Old Co-Op Hall Main Street Hellifield North Yorkshire BD23 4JY
Clitheroe Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Clitheroe Health Centre Railway View Road Clitheroe BB7 2JG
The Annex 01200 444255	6 Railway View Road Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 2JG
Clitheroe Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Clitheroe Health Centre Railway View Road Clitheroe BB7 2JG

Local Stores

Barnoldswick
Rainhall Road
Barnoldswick
Lancashire
BB18 6AB
01282 816425
shop.4612@coop.co.uk
Store Website
6.72 miles

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SPAR Strand
Strand Garage
Skipton Rd
Barnoldswick
BB18 5EG
01282 853357
Store Website
6.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

North West Equine Vets Ltd
The Equine Clinic Rathmell Settle North Yorkshire BD24 0LA 0808 168 5580 office@nwev.co.uk Website 5.75 miles
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Myerscough Veterinary Group
Veterinary Centre Princess Avenue Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 2AL 01200 423256 clitheroe@myvets.co.uk Website 5.82 miles
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Mearley Veterinary Group
Holden Street Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 1LU 01200 423763 clitheroe@mearleyvets.co.uk 6.05 miles
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Pendle Pet Care Limited T/A Stanley House Veterinary Group
14-18 Skipton Road Barnoldswick Lancashire BB18 5NB 01282 852390 liz@stanleyhousevets.co.uk Website 6.59 miles

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Dalehead Services Llp
22 Station Road Settle North Yorkshire BD24 9AA 01729 823538 info@daleheadvetgroup.co.uk Website 8.13 miles
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Mearley Veterinary Group
145A Gisburn Road Barrowford Lancashire BB9 6HQ 01282 619318 8.60 miles

Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Pendle Hill
2 Barley Ln Nelson Lancashire BB9 6LH 6.93 miles

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Alkincoates Reserve Colne
Alkincoats Woodland Walk Alkincoats Rd Colne BB8 9DN 8.87 miles

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Spring Wood Whalley
Springwood Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 9UE 9.62 miles Well Signposted Car Park On The A671

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Gawthorpe Hall
Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road Padiham Lancashire 10.70 miles On Exiting The Main Road, Make Sure To Take The Single Track Road To The Right, Not The Road That Leads To The Housing Estate.

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Skipton Castle Woods
The Bailey Skipton Lancashire BD23 1UA 13.22 miles

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Towneley Park
Towneley Park Lancashire 13.25 miles Brown Signs Direct You There Within Several Miles. 3 Car Parks From Various Access Roads. Close To Burnley Town Centre On The Road Out Towards Todmorden.

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Weather Forecast

Saturday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Light freezing rain	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Partly Cloudy
Temp	-0.3°C	-0.5°C	-0.7°C	-1.4°C	-2.4°C	-3.9°C	-5.7°C	-7.4°C	-8.5°C	-9.2°C	-11.7°C	-12°C
Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-14.1°C	-16.2°C	-16.9°C	-19.1°C	-20.7°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.1°C	-13.6°C	-14.1°C	-14.8°C	-13.4°C	-11.7°C	-9.5°C	-7.5°C	-6.7°C	-7.1°C	-8.5°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
Feels Like	-15.6°C	-15.1°C	-14.9°C	-15.3°C	-14°C	-10.4°C	-5.1°C	-0.9°C	0.5°C	-0.7°C	-3°C	-9.8°C

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