Chipping

A picture postcard village on the southwestern edge of the Forest of Bowland, Chipping is the focal point of the local farming community. Mentioned in the Domesday book, Chipping thrived during the industrial revolution, when seven mills drew power from the streams cascading through the steep valleys northwest of the village.

The fabric of Chipping has changed little over the last 400 years – with the Grade 1 listed Hesketh End one of many historic stone houses. Dating back to the late 17th Century, the village craft centre is said to be the oldest property continuous in use as a shop in the UK.

Highlights The annual Steam Festival is something of a local institution, attracting thousands of visitors every year. The short – but very steep – walk up nearby Parlick Pike, combines some of the best views of the Bowland Fells with outstanding vistas over Morecambe Bay.