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16 June 2026
Pendle
Discover Pendle for a day out shaped by dramatic landscapes and one of Lancashire’s most well-known stories. Pendle Hill stands at the centre of it all, closely linked to the witch trials of 1612, with the surrounding villages and countryside still reflecting that history today. Places like Barley, Roughlee and the market towns of Colne and Nelson offer a mix of heritage and everyday life, while local landmarks and heritage centres help tell the story that has made Pendle famous.
Beyond its history, Pendle is a great place to spend time outdoors, with walking and cycling routes stretching across the Pennine landscape and up to the summit of Pendle Hill itself. There’s plenty to enjoy along the way, from family attractions like Thornton Hall Country Park to independent shops, markets and mill outlets in towns such as Barnoldswick and Barrowford. A lively events calendar, including the Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival and the Colne Grand Prix, adds another dimension to the area across the year.
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Lancashire has some of the best country walking in England, from short, gentle rambles to long distance treks allowing you to enjoy some of the best views and vistas the county has to offer.
Pendle Businesses
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Pendle Holiday Cottages
Pendle Holiday Cottages offers Roosters Rest and Hen House cottages. Two fully equipped holiday cottages settled in the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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The Rookery
A unique grass roofed dwelling, located in an area of outstanding natural beauty in East Lancashire.
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Barley Picnic Site
One the very best picnic sites in the North West, there are many footpaths in the area, and good walks can be obtained between Barley and the picturesque villages of Rimington and Downham in the shadow of Pendle Hill.
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Wycoller Hall
The hall was built by the Hartley family at the end of the 16th century and subsequently extended in the 18th by Squire Henry Owen Cunliffe, in order to attract a wealthy wife. Charlotte Brontë is thought to have frequently visited Wycoller village.
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The Alma Inn
A rural coaching inn, originally built in 1725, welcomes all for dwelling, drinking and dining.
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Events
The Music of George Michael - The Candlelight Concert - The Muni
Date: 31st Jul 2026
Prepare to be swept away by an extraordinary evening of music, atmosphere and pure emotion. George Michael – The Candlelight Concert is more than just a tribute — it’s a stunning live experience that honours the legacy of one of the greatest voice...
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An Intimate Evening With Singer Peter Cox - The Muni
Date: 2nd Oct 2026
The man best known for hits including King of Wishful Thinking, which featured in Julia Roberts’ hit film Pretty Women, will hit the road next spring.Go West arrived on the charts like a comet. With classic hits such as We Close Our Ey...
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In The Air Tonight - The Muni
Date: 25th Sept 2026
This is IN THE AIR TONIGHT - the ultimate live tribute to the one and only Phil Collins. From the epic drum breaks to the soul-stirring ballads, this show brings the sound of a generation roaring back to life. Relive the magic of Phil’...
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The Dolly Show - The Muni
Date: 20th Feb 2027
As seen on BBC ONE, ITV This Morning, The Last Leg, Lorraine, Channel 5, Sky, ITV London; featured in The Times, The Daily Mail and the Metro, West End star - Kelly O’Brien is the world’s number one Dolly Parton tribute.Kelly is endors...
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The Man Who Was Magic - The Muni
Date: 4th Mar 2027
You're invited to a night of wonder, as secrets unravel and the impossible becomes possible.Following an unprecedented 5 years of sold-out shows around the world - this FIVE STAR magic show guarantees to leave you aching with laughter...
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One Night in Dublin - The Muni
Date: 26th Sept 2026
Get ready for a night of laughter, love, music and mischief as One Night In Dublin returns with a brand-new show bursting with Irish charm. Meet Danny, a whiskey-loving fisherman with the voice of an angel and his straight-talking wife...
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Brontës in Pendle
Duration3 - 4 hours
Distance4.5 Miles
Although much more associated with Yorkshire, The Brontë sisters actually spent much of their lives in Lancashire walking from the family home at Haworth across the South Pennine Moors.
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Pendle Way - Part 1
Distance7 Miles
Pendle Way Section 1 - Barrowford to Barnoldswick, 7 miles (11km). A walk of contrasts from gentle riverside paths around Watermeetings to the breezy moorland of Weets Hill with outstanding views. The Pendle way is well signposted.
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Pendle Way - Part 2
Pendle Way Section 2 - 5.5-mile linear route running from Barnoldswick to Earby. It begins at Bancroft Mill and offers a gentle transition from industrial archaeology into rolling limestone hills, culminating at School Lane in Earby.
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Pendle Way - Part 3
Duration4-5 hours
Pendle Way Section 3 - This walk skirts the looming bulk of Kelbrook Moor and follows Pendle's earliest turnpike road to enjoy fine views from Knarrs Hill.
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