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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Another great weekend of fun awaits in Lancashire this week! From celebrating the 1940s to the heritage of one of Lancashire's most famous fishing ports, through to monsters and fire feasts, there is something for everyone
Open-air theatre and live music can be found in the beautiful surroundings of Astley Hall’s Walled Garden this summer, as two much-loved annual performances return to Chorley
Once again Lancashire is packed with great events this weekend! Check out a selection here and plan your weekend of fun
An award-winning residential and day visit activity centre, with a focus on work with young people and community groups.
Read MoreThe home of award-winning Italian-style luxury ice cream.
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 MoreTree Top Adventure is an unparalleled outdoor experience. It's all about testing your own limits at dizzying heights.
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 MoreThe Alabaster Jar is an independently run paint-your-own-pottery shop that provides a relaxing and friendly atmosphere where you can go and spend some quality time making bespoke pottery products for your home or loved ones.
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Date: 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: 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: 23rd Sept 2026
Phil Elllis - Bath MatSold OutMulti-award winning 'comic genius' ( The Scotsman ) and the new star of Taskmaster (Ch4), Phil Ellis is going on his first full national stand-up tour. Third evening at Chorley after 2 sell-ou...
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: 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 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...
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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.
Read MoreDurationThree days
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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