This was our first time in the Forest of Bowland having driven past it many times. My only regret is that we did not visit earlier. The area is lovely, with tremendous walking to be had as well as some good pubs and tea rooms. The food in the Coach and Horses at Bolton By Bowland was divine. Knotts Rest was the perfect base for a week, secluded and private, but only a relatively short drive to the likes of Pendle Hill, Ingleborough, Settle, Clitheroe and it’s wonderful shops and eateries. The owners were lovely, their hens were entertaining, their cottage was luxurious and divine. Would we return? Absolutely!