Plan your Visit

Plan Your Journey to Bowland Country Park

Everything You Need to Plan Your Visit.

We want your time at Bowland Country Park to be relaxed, enjoyable and easy from the moment you arrive.

Whether you’re joining us for a family day out, meeting friends at the café, bringing a school group, or simply enjoying a countryside walk, you’ll find all the essential information here to help you plan ahead with confidence.

Trough & Brew Café

Opening Hours

Our opening times vary between term time and school holidays, so it is essential that you check before you travel.

For the most up to date information , including seasonal changes and event days, please visit our dedicated Opening Hours page.

Pricing & Tickets

We believe in simple, family-friendly pricing. During school and seasonal holidays, entry is charged per vehicle rather than per person – making it one of the best-value countryside days out in Lancashire. In term time, standard cars can enter free of charge on Thursday & Friday.

Once inside the park, animal encounters, play areas and walks are all included. You’ll find full details of vehicle pricing, term time entry and mobility scooter hire on our Pricing & Tickets page.

Access & Facilities

Bowland Country Park is set within natural countryside terrain, with open spaces, woodland paths and riverside areas. We aim to make the park as accessible as possible while preserving its rural character.

Facilities include accessible parking, disabled toilets, baby changing areas and mobility scooter hire (advance booking recommended). You can find detailed information about accessibility, terrain and visitor facilities on our Access & Facilities page to help you plan with confidence.

Dog-Friendly Countryside Walks

Dogs are very much part of the family, and well-behaved dogs are welcome in our outdoor areas. With woodland trails, open grassland and scenic countryside views, the park offers a wonderful setting for a proper dog walk.

Meet the Animals & Enjoy Outdoor Fun

One of the highlights of a visit to Bowland Country Park is encountering our animals – from playful goats and sheep to curious wild boar and more. You can pet and feed many of our residents (animal feed available in the shop), making this a hands-on experience that children adore and adults enjoy too.

While your little ones are exploring, there’s plenty to keep them busy:

Our park’s outdoor play spaces are designed for imaginative fun in the fresh air, with safe, engaging equipment that blends naturally into the countryside.

Find & Contact Us

Located in the beautiful Forest of Bowland, we’re just a short drive from Chipping, Preston and Clitheroe. Brown tourist signs guide you directly to the park once you reach the local area.

If you need directions, sat nav guidance, public transport information or contact details for enquiries, please visit our Find & Contact Us page. Our team is always happy to help you plan your visit.

Ready to Explore?

From meeting our animals and enjoying outdoor adventure play to relaxing with fresh food at Trough & Brew, Bowland Country Park offers something for all ages. We look forward to welcoming you soon for a countryside day out filled with fresh air, friendly faces and plenty of space to explore.

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A new chapter begins.

We’re excited to welcome you to Bowland Country Park – the next step in the journey from Bowland Wild Boar Park.

While things are evolving, there’s still so much you know and love:

And the best part? It’s just £6.50 to park.

Come and experience the perfect blend of familiar charm and exciting new beginnings. We can’t wait to see you!

A Few Important Guidelines

To keep everyone safe and comfortable, we kindly ask that:

For hygiene and safety reasons, dogs are not permitted in:

Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas of the park.

Our Animal Breeds