Discover Chorley for a great day out, where a popular market town setting is combined with a strong sense of history and access to beautiful countryside. The town has fascinating links to the Mayflower voyage of 1620, with local figure Myles Standish playing a key role in the Pilgrims’ journey and settlement. Today, that heritage sits alongside a lively town centre, with Chorley Market, independent shops and historic venues offering plenty to explore throughout the year.
From grand settings such as Astley Hall, Hoghton Tower and Heskin Hall to the wide-open landscapes of Rivington and Yarrow Valley Country Park, Chorley provides plenty of ways to experience both heritage and the outdoors. Walking, cycling and outdoor activities are all close at hand, with routes to suit every pace, while local favourites like Frederick’s Ice Cream Parlour offer a well-earned treat to round off the day.
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With stunning parks across the areas, it is no wonder that Chorley and South Ribble have a jam-packed calendar of park events, taking you right through to September.
There is so much fun and excitement around the county this August! Check out just some of the great events happening this weekend and gather your inspiration for some great days out
Be inspired by local nature and heritage this summer as a new programme of creative craft workshops comes to Astley Hall’s walled garden and coach house.
The Lancastrian is a large function room offering great facilities for up to 400 people with a newly refurbished licenced bar and stage.
Read MoreRelaxed and original or traditional and formal - Astley Hall can host your perfect wedding. We will help you create the ceremony of your dreams in either the 400-year-old Grade I listed Astley Hall or Grade II listed Coach House
Read MoreA stunning historic house and stately home set in the heart of the Lancashire countryside, Hoghton Tower is a truly grand and unique wedding venue.
Read MoreCedar Farm is a unique and exciting creative community hub. It is now home to 33 independent businesses all housed in repurposed and lovingly designed old farm buildings.
Read MoreBygone Times is a 17th Century converted cotton mill, home to over 500 stalls full of antiques, collectables, homeware, jewellery, furniture, and so much more. Open to the public for over 35 years, taking pride in the rich history and culture.
Read MoreThe home of award-winning Italian-style luxury ice cream.
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Date: 19th Sept 2026
Another tour of brilliant stand-up comedy from Dan Nightingale, host of the Have A Word podcast, and some of his very funny mates. First half is just Dan doing some crowd work and then running out his new set. Second half will be two pro sets from...
Read MoreDate: 7th Oct 2026
Have you ever forensically over-thought your life choices? Are they all somehow connected to a passing comment your Spanish teacher made when you were 15? Has it impacted everything from your love life to your career?Following sold-out...
Read MoreDate: 28th Oct 2026
After a sell out run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel is dishing up another frying pan full of family-friendly comedy.The comedy show comedians take their kids to is back and ev...
Read MoreDate: 12th Feb 2027
Award-winning radio host, stand-up powerhouse and entertainment machine Charlie Baker returns to the stage with his brand new show: GO GET IT.You may know him from his roles in Eastenders and Dr Who, or indeed from The Last Leg, Parent...
Read MoreDate: 16th Sept 2026
SALLY-ANN HAYWARD: OLDER. BOLDER.Sally has never felt more comfortable in her own skin. Especially now its that bit looser. This award-winning comedian tells tales of juggling lovers, dodging societal expectations and thriv...
Read MoreDate: 14th Oct 2026
For our last event of 2026 we are thrilled to be joined by a Andrew Michael Hurley, a key figure in the current folk-horror resurgence. Andrews 2015 debut novel The Loney won the 2015 Costa First Novel Award, was The British Book Awards Book of th...
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Whether it is feature films, comedy shows, sci-fi or drama, Lancashire's wonderfully varied coastline, cities, towns and countryside, make it a wonderful place to capture people's imaginations.
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Iconic mills, rolling hills and a national landscape that rivals the beauty of the Lake District means that East Lancashire and the Ribble Valley are often used to showcase the quintessential British countryside on our tv and cinema screens.
Read MoreDistance4.5 miles
Take in some simply breath-taking country views around Samlesbury, and witness a whole range of wildlife.
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Learn all about the history of the area on this loop which connected Blackburn to Clitheroe via Great Harwood
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