Mountain bike trails · North West England
The 8
In or near Giggleswick.
The 8 — a mtb trail in england north west.
Andy Waddington — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Giggleswick · 7.7 km
About
The 8 is a mtb trail located in england north west, mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. Detailed amenities and visitor information may vary; check the OSM page for the latest tagged metadata.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Forest Of Bowland
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The 8 is a mountain biking trail located in North-West England. This trail offers a variety of terrain suitable for different skill levels, appealing to both novice and experienced riders. Visitors can expect a well-marked route with diverse landscapes, making it a popular choice for outdoor enthusiasts. The setting provides a mix of natural features, enhancing the biking experience.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 54.0134, -2.3871
- County
- Lancashire
- District
- Ribble Valley
- Parish
- Gisburn Forest
- Postcode
- BD23 4TA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ribble Valley
- Nearest railway station
- Giggleswick — 7.7 km
Sources
- osm: r3289265 (ODbL)
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Where to eat & stay near The 8
Places to stay
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The 8?
- The 8 is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BD23 4TA), in the parish of Gisburn Forest.
- What is The 8?
- The 8 — a mtb trail in england north west.
- How do I get to The 8?
- The nearest railway station is Giggleswick, about 7.7 km away. The nearest town is Giggleswick. Drivers can use postcode BD23 4TA.
- Is The 8 a protected site?
- Yes — The 8 is part of the Forest Of Bowland National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The 8?
- The nearest railway station is Giggleswick, about 7.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BD23 4TA.