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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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.
Think Chorley Flower Show is just for gardening enthusiasts and flower fanatics? Think again.
Bygone 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 Lancastrian is a large function room offering great facilities for up to 400 people with a newly refurbished licenced bar and stage.
Read MoreThe home of award-winning Italian-style luxury ice cream.
Read MoreDive into the fun at Anderton Centre's brand-new aqua park.
Read MoreWelcome to Canal Boat Cruises, we are the fun, unique,multi award-winning family canal boat company operated by John and Lesley Yates and their children Ellie, Bridie and Louis. Short breaks, full weeks, beginners and novices welcome.
Read MoreChorley's popular markets date back to 1498 with the most popular market day being a Tuesday.
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Date: 19th May 2027
Chris Difford co-wrote the classic Squeeze hits Cool For Cats, Up The Junction, Labeled with Love, Tempted, and Black Coffee In Bed, alongside Squeeze co founder Glenn Tilbrook. He has co written with Elton John, Jools Holland and worked along sid...
Read MoreDate: 3rd Feb 2027
Following his hugely successful Catch Your Breath tour, comedian and NHS anaesthetist Ed Patrick returns with his new hit show Numb and Number. Get your appointment while you can.
Read MoreDate: 24th Jun 2027
From the man who brought you 'A STAR WARS IMPROV SHOW', Jon Hipkiss embarks on his first UK stand up tour with THE WILD ONE. Award nominated, the show played the legendary Norbury Theatre at The Rik Mayall Comedy Festival. Rising to be...
Read MoreDate: 30th Oct 2026
Hot on the heels of her critically acclaimed 2024 show Side Eye, Rachel Fairburn is back with new personalities and some old favourites for you to love and hate. Expect nepo babies, middle class rock stars, terrifying mothers, biting social commen...
Read MoreDate: 10th Apr 2027
Dave Twentyman: Not Finished Yet!Middle age isn't a crisis,It's a recalibration.One minute youre knocking back shots with your mates. The next youre standing in a ceramics shop with your perimenopausal wife, having a genuin...
Read MoreDate: 25th Oct 2026
Seriously silly science for all ages! Join The Magical Mr West and his corvid companion Crowbert on a journey into the brain bending world of science illusions! Prepare to be astounded by cognitive conundrums, mind melting mysteries an...
Read MoreDurationThree days
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.
Read MoreDistance16 mile
Learn all about the history of the area on this loop which connected Blackburn to Clitheroe via Great Harwood
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