Discover Ribble Valley for a day out centred on wide-open countryside, historic landmarks and a strong sense of place. Clitheroe sits at the heart of it, with Clitheroe Castle a must-see — home to a hands-on museum and one of the smallest Norman Keeps in the country, with views stretching right across the valley. Just a short walk away, Holmes Mill has transformed a former textiles site into one of Lancashire’s most distinctive destinations, bringing together food, drink and heritage under one roof.
Beyond the town, the valley is filled with places that tell the story of the area. From the ruins of Sawley Abbey and the peaceful grounds of Whalley Abbey to the Roman Museum at Ribchester, history is never far away. Browsholme Hall offers a glimpse into Lancashire’s oldest surviving family home, while Pendle Hill provides a well-known backdrop, popular with walkers and closely linked to the Pendle Witch Trials. Alongside it all, you’ll find village pubs, local producers and farm shops that make Ribble Valley just as well known for its food as it is for its scenery.
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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
From live music to Alpaca walking, archaeology festivals to maize mazes, you can find it all in Lancashire this weekend!
With many of the kids breaking up this week, its time to get the summer started! Why not check out a few of these great events to celebrate?
Never been duck pin bowling? It’s exactly like ten pin bowling, except the lanes and balls are smaller, making a strike even harder to achieve.
Read MoreThe beautifully renovated former textiles mill is pretty hard to miss and is home to the fabulous new showcase and tasting parlour for Bowland Brewery the Beer Hall.
Read MoreBask in the shadow of the iconic Pendle Hill with a range of menus, from brunch, to four-course fine dining set dinner menu.
Read MoreOpening soon. Bowland Social is a vibrant social playground, bringing together classic games, great food and drinks, and a lively atmosphere.
Read MoreSet in this quaint Ribble Valley village, Freemasons at Wiswell provides a slice of country refinement with a twist of contemporary creativity.
Read MoreElegant Victorian town house located in a peaceful part of Clitheroe within a few minutes walk of the centre, bus and train station. All rooms have FREE Wi-fi, are en-suite and have colour TV with Freeview.
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Date: 5th Aug 2026
Delve back in time and make your very own Anglo-Saxon Brooch in this guided craft activity. Learn more about the Saxons and their flair for fashion.Using a template and craft material provided, you will be able to decorate a Saxon broo...
Read MoreDate: 8th Aug 2026
Clitheroe is a pretty town with amazing views across a forest, so it's a lovely setting for one of the best food festivals in the UK. Returning this August, it brings a huge selection of delicious local produce and culinary talent.
Read MoreDate: 8th Aug 2026
Look who is visiting Leaping Lizards. Moana, Belle and Elsa.
Read MoreDate: 9th Aug 2026
Heritage Crafts Exhibition
Read MoreDate: 10th Aug 2026
"A Gruffalo? What's a Gruffalo?"
Read MoreDate: 12th Aug 2026
Unleash your creativity and learn about the knights of yore with this guided craft activity where you can paint your own medieval shield!Using a template, you'll be provided with colours to design your own shield to take home, while le...
Read MoreFollow in the footsteps of the most recent visit to Lancashire by King Charles III on this royal itinerary
Read MoreDuration2 hours 30 mins
Distance5.5 miles
Many areas in the UK claim to have inspired J.R.R Tolkien creation of middle earth but the author certainly spent a lot of his time at Stonyhurst College working on The Lord of the Rings during the Second World War.
Read MoreDuration4 hours
Distance34 miles
A 34 mile loop taking you through the beautiful Trough of Bowland and Forest of Bowland National Landscape starting in Garstang
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