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Chatburn to Downham loop – Forest of Bowland

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Chatburn to Downham loop – Forest of Bowland

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Chatburn to Downham loop – Forest of Bowland

01:43

6.13km

120m

Hiking

Explore the Chatburn to Downham loop, an easy hike through the picturesque Ribble Valley and Forest of Bowland. This 3.8-mile (6.1 km) route features a gentle 380 feet (116 metres) of elevation gain, taking about 1 hour and 42 minutes to complete. You will follow riverside paths, cross grazing pastures,…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Forest of Bowland AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.86 km

Downham Village

Highlight • Pub

Amazing little village with excellent pub (Assheton Arms). The entire village has been owned by one family since 1558 so every property is rented. No satellite dishes are permitted, overhead …

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6.03 km

Chatburn Village

Highlight • Pub

Chatburn is a picturesque village in the Ribble Valley. It has all the things you need before or after a hike around the area. Local pub, The Brown Cow, serves …

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6.13 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.59 km

797 m

596 m

117 m

Surfaces

4.87 km

1.00 km

228 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Thursday 7 May

15°C

6°C

58 %

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Chatburn to Downham loop – Forest of Bowland

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