FAQ: Why is it called the Forest of Bowland?
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Why is it called the Forest of Bowland?
The Forest of Bowland is not a forest in the traditional sense. While there are wooded areas, the name refers to the hunting rights that were bestowed on the area. In medieval times the word ‘forest’ meant ‘royal hunting land’. The King would regularly visit the area to hunt for boar and deer.