routes from the water’s edge
Getting around Cleveleymere

Explore Lancashire from the lake

routes from the water’s edge

A practical guest guide for Cleveleymere Lakeside Lodges near Garstang, Forton and Scorton, with walking ideas, cycling notes, local route inspiration, arrival directions and downloadable guides.

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Guest travel guide

A quiet lakeside base, with plenty nearby

easy days from the water

Cleveleymere sits on Cleveley Bank Lane in Forton, near Garstang and Scorton. Guests usually come for the lake, boats, firepits and peace — but the local area is also easy to enjoy on foot, by bike or by car.

This page is written as a practical guest guide: how to arrive, where to go locally, what to bring, what works well with dogs, and how to plan relaxed days out without losing the slower pace of a lakeside stay.

  • Walks and off-lead dog space nearby, including Scorton Picnic Site across the road from Cleveleymere.
  • Country lanes, villages and cafés nearby for easy cycling and short scenic drives.
  • Preston and Lancaster are around 15 minutes away, Blackpool around 40 minutes, and the Lake District around 50 minutes.
  • Downloadable walking and cycling guides are included below for guests to save before travelling.
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Walk or cycle

Choose your pace

from slow strolls to longer routes out

Whether you want a short dog walk before breakfast or a cycle through nearby villages, Cleveleymere is a useful base for exploring Scorton, Garstang, Beacon Fell, the Forest of Bowland and further afield.

Best for slow mornings Riverside walks near Scorton and Cleveleymere

Walking from the lake

Start simple: enjoy the grounds, the lake edge and nearby countryside lanes, then head towards Scorton, Garstang, Beacon Fell, Nicky Nook or Windermere for stronger walks and bigger views.

  • Bring waterproof footwear in wet months.
  • Dogs must stay on lead within Cleveleymere grounds.
  • Scorton Picnic Site has woodland, wetland, a pond and a circular walk beside the River Wyre.
  • Use country-lane awareness: limited pavements in rural spots.
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Cycling locally

The area around Forton, Garstang and Scorton is well suited to confident leisure cyclists who enjoy rural lanes, village stops, Wyre valley roads and Bowland scenery.

  • Bring your own bike lock and lights.
  • Check weather and wind before setting out.
  • Plan café stops in Scorton or Garstang.
  • More confident cyclists can look towards Forest of Bowland routes such as the Trough of Bowland.
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Guides to save

Download the walking and cycling guides before you travel, then keep them handy for choosing a gentle stroll, a local viewpoint, a longer ride or a simple day out from the lake.

  • Walking guide: Scorton, Nicky Nook, Beacon Fell, Bowland and Windermere ideas.
  • Cycling guide: Scorton, Garstang, Lune Valley, Guild Wheel and Gisburn ideas.
  • Useful to save on your phone before you arrive.
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Local route inspiration

Useful nearby exploring ideas

from riverside strolls to Bowland roads

These are practical starting points for guests rather than fixed itineraries. Use them to shape your stay around the weather, daylight, dogs, children and how much energy you want to spend away from the lake.

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Scorton Picnic Site

A useful nearby nature stop with car park, picnic area, wet woodland, wildflower meadows, a pond and a circular walk beside the River Wyre.

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Scorton and Nicky Nook area

The Scorton area is a strong walking base, with moderate local routes towards Ghyll Wood, Little Wyresdale Lake and Nicky Nook.

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Trough of Bowland cycling

A more serious on-road ride through the Forest of Bowland area. It is scenic but strenuous in parts, so it suits prepared and confident cyclists.

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Preston Guild Wheel

A circular walking and cycling route around Preston, useful for guests wanting a more structured cycling or walking day out.

Guest walking & cycling guides

Save these before you travel

little route notes for slower days out

A pair of simple guest guides for days when you want to head out from the lake: one for local walks and viewpoints, one for cycling routes and easy planning notes.

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Walking guide

Gentle local strolls, Nicky Nook, Beacon Fell, Forest of Bowland ideas, a Windermere option and practical guest notes for choosing the right walk.

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Cycling guide

Route ideas around Scorton, Garstang, Bowland, the Lune Valley, Preston Guild Wheel and Gisburn Forest, with notes to help you choose sensibly.

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Directions

Finding Cleveleymere

hidden, but easy to reach

Cleveleymere Lakeside Lodges is located on Cleveley Bank Lane in Forton, near Garstang and Lancaster.

Use postcode PR3 1BY for sat nav and follow your arrival information for lodge-specific check-in details.

15 minPreston
15 minLancaster
40 minBlackpool
50 minLake District
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Cleveleymere Lakeside Lodges Cleveley Bank Lane, Forton, Lancaster, PR3 1BY
Easy guest itineraries

Simple ways to spend your day

without over-planning it

These are not rigid routes. They are easy guest-friendly ideas for making the most of Cleveleymere and the local area.

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The arrival-day reset

Arrive, unpack, walk around the lake, check your boat and outdoor space, then keep the evening simple with the firepit, BBQ or hot tub if your lodge has one.

Half day

Village and café wander

Take a slow morning at the lodge, then head towards local villages such as Scorton or Garstang for a walk, coffee, food stop or simple countryside drive.

Full day

Lancashire base day

Use Cleveleymere as your base for Lancaster, Preston, the Forest of Bowland, Blackpool or the edge of the Lake District, then return to the lake for a quiet evening.

Dog day

Dog-friendly local exploring

Keep dogs on lead within Cleveleymere grounds, use nearby off-lead walking where suitable, and bring towels, leads and bedding so the lodge stays clean and comfortable.

Guest FAQs

Getting around questions

before you set off

Useful answers for guests planning walks, cycling, days out and arrival at Cleveleymere.

Use PR3 1BY for sat nav. The address is Cleveleymere Lakeside Lodges, Cleveley Bank Lane, Forton, Lancaster, PR3 1BY.
Yes. Guests can enjoy the lake setting and nearby countryside, with local lanes and nearby walking areas close by. Wear suitable footwear and take care on rural roads where pavements may be limited.
Dogs must be kept on lead within Cleveleymere grounds. Scorton Picnic Site is nearby and has woodland, wetland, a pond and a circular walk beside the River Wyre. Always follow posted signs and keep dogs under control.
The local area is suited to confident leisure cyclists who enjoy rural lanes, village stops and countryside scenery. Bring a bike lock, lights and weather-appropriate clothing.
As a guide, Preston and Lancaster are around 15 minutes away, Blackpool around 40 minutes, and the Lake District around 50 minutes, depending on traffic and route.
The Walking Guide and Cycling Guide buttons are in the downloads section above. Save them before you travel so you can check the route notes, source links and safety reminders on the day.
Ready to plan your stay?

Start with the lake, then explore from there

back to the water each evening

Choose your lodge, save the guest guides, and plan just enough to make the most of Cleveleymere, Garstang, Scorton, Lancaster, Preston, the coast and the surrounding countryside.

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