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Wyresdale, Lancashire

Summary

Follow lanes and estate roads to explore the fringes of the mighty Bowland Fells in Lancashire's most remote landscape. The high tributaries of the Wyre host countless wild birds; this low-level walk skims scenic moors, becks & woods below the tops.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
6.9 miles (11.1 km)
Walking time:
04h 00m
Type:
Circular

Start location

Abbeystead, Lancashire LA2 9BQ, SD564543

lat: 53.9836608

lon: -2.6680235

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