10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Burnley That You Shouldn't Miss

March 4, 2022 Moriah Teneyck

Burnley (/ˈbɜːrnli/) is a market town in Lancashire, England, with a population of 73,021. It is 21 miles (34 km) north of Manchester and 20 miles (32 km) east of Preston, at the confluence of the River Calder and River Brun.
Restaurants in Burnley

1. Queen Street Mill Textile Museum

Queen Street, Burnley BB10 2HX England +44 1282 412555 [email protected] http://www.lancashire.gov.uk/acs/sites/museums/venues/qsm/index.asp?siteid=3771&pageid=12932&e=e
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5.0 based on 250 reviews

Queen Street Mill Textile Museum

See the world's only working steam powered weaving mill bring the past to life. A rare chance to re-live the days when steam ran the world!

Reviewed By richardaC3301YY

This really has to be the most interesting industrial museum I've visited - everything from a steam engine to over three hundred restored weaving mills and the full story of how it all works from very informative guides. Fascinating (and super cheap too), I was there most of the afternoon it was so good.

2. Pendle Witch Experience Tours

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Pendle Witch Experience Tours

Based in Burnley Lancashire, Pendle Witch Experience Tours provide 2 and 3 hour guided coach tours with commentary around the area of Pendle Hill in Lancashire telling the story of the Witch Trial in 1612 of 13 people, 10 of whom were hung as witches We also introduce personalities from the area who changed the World. Tours can be taken on agreed dates throughout the year. Groups come in own coach year around, but once a year in October individuals can book on special tours directly for Halloween. We can also provide mini bus tours for small groups of up to 7 passengers where we provide the mini bus in the fixed rate price. All tours have stops for photographing, sightseeing and visiting the witches shop (if open). Meeting point is at Pendle Village Mill at Junction 12 of the M65 or elsewhere by alternative arrangement. Wintertime tours between November and March are dependant on the weather. We do NOT provide Walking tours. We do NOT visit Lancaster and never have

3. Towneley Hall

Towneley Park, Burnley BB11 3RQ England +44 1282 477130 [email protected] http://www.burnley.gov.uk/residents/towneley-hall
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4.5 based on 682 reviews

Towneley Hall

Towneley Hall was the home of the catholic Towneley family for over 600 years, Now open to the public,the building contains Period rooms,A fine art and furniture collection, Exhibitions and events program in place throughout the year, Pre booked guided tours for groups of 20 or more, School visits and events can be booked throughout the year. Entry to the hall is £5 per adult-Free for students and children--Admission ticket is valid for 12 months. Last entry into the hall through the summer months is 4pm

Reviewed By patrickpC602HO

The Grounds are amazing well kept...Very peaceful place and a lovely little Cafe....Brilliant Golf Course Play areas for kids..pitch and putt course...little lake....lots of wooded walk areas...Top Park.

4. Shores Hey Farm

Black House Lane Halifax Road Briercliffe, Burnley BB10 3QU England +44 1282 455992 [email protected] http://www.shoresheyfarm.co.uk
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Shores Hey Farm

Shores Hey Farm is a hidden delight set in acres of green space overlooking the Thursden Valley. Although primarily the home of HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association), the site has been recently upgraded and now provides everything that you would expect from a first class destination. Burnley's best kept secret......until now Shores Hey offers first class facilities in a relaxing rural environment within easy reach of Burnley town centre and the M65. Whether it's an Equine Event or a Corporate Conference, HAPPA is the natural place to do business. With ample parking and on site catering, Shores Hey Farm is the perfect venue for your next event.

Reviewed By sylviacD6314FV - Foulridge, United Kingdom

Something new for the cafe to do a Sunday lunch. It was lovely. Plenty of food. The wait was a bit long but they were busy. They were still serving from the usual menu. There is a fantastic view from the upstairs. As always the horses are the highlight.

5. The Weavers' Triangle Visitor Centre

The Weavers Triangle Visitor Centre 85 Manchester Road, Burnley BB11 1JZ England +44 1282 452403 [email protected] http://www.weaverstriangle.co.uk
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The Weavers' Triangle Visitor Centre

Reviewed By nedosd - Oxford, United Kingdom

On arrival at this museum I was greeted by a very friendly and enthusiastic team who were keen to tell me about the history of the Burnley Linen Mills The museum is contained within the visitor centre which sits alongside the Liverpool Leeds canal. Entrance is FREE but a donation of £2 pp is appreciated to enable the upkeep of the museum which is totally staffed by volunteers Also available is a small cafe were I enjoyed tea and home made fruit cake If you are visiting Burnley try and visit this museum as you will be surprised at the history this town holds

6. Burnley Mechanics

Manchester Road, Burnley BB11 1BH England +44 1282 664400 [email protected] http://burnleymechanics.co.uk/
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Burnley Mechanics

Reviewed By 644ethanr - Burnley, United Kingdom

I went to see sound of music and it was really good. The staff were friendly and helpful when telling you where your seats are located and when the bar and toilets are during the interval. Burnley mechanics have a range of shows going on annually and I love it. I would highly recommend to all.

7. Thompson Park

Thompson Park Ormerod Road, Burnley BB11 2RU England +44 1282 831053 http://www.burnley.gov.uk/residents/parks-open-spaces/thompson-park
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Thompson Park

Reviewed By shuulem - Manchester, United Kingdom

Fantastic toy area, stunning boating lake with amazing staff, pretty gardens, plenty of hiking and rambling... A fabulous full day out for the family..

8. Gawthorpe Hall

Nr Burnley, Padiham, Burnley BB12 8UA England +44 1282 771004 [email protected] http://www.lancashire.gov.uk/leisure-and-culture/museums/gawthorpe-hall.aspx
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Gawthorpe Hall

Gawthorpe Hall is a superb Jacobean historic house, nestled in the shadow of Pendle Hill, East Lancashire. Built between 1600 and 1605 for the Shuttleworth family it has an iconic and important role in the local area. On a visit you can see the original seventeenth century panelling and plasterwork in the Drawing Room; period Victorian rooms redesigned by Sir Charles Barry (architect of the Houses of Parliament) showing what life was like for the family in the 1890s and enjoy the splendour of the Long Gallery. The Hall also has fabulous furniture, paintings and the Gawthorpe Textile Collection displays on the first floor

Reviewed By dinadriverx_

Always walk around here.Lovely grounds which include a maze ,beautiful flowers,plenty of grass and even a ‘natural play area’ making it great for all ages! Can be enjoyed on a sunny or rainy day making it great for dog walkers or runners!It is very accessible as there is a car park with about a 3 minute walk to the hall ,or you could walk down the path from either the top or bottom entrance.Highly recommend!

9. Kiddy Chaos

Queen Street King Mill, Burnley BB10 2HX England +44 1282 413033 http://www.kiddychaos.co.uk
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Kiddy Chaos

10. The Singing Ringing Tree

Crown Point, Burnley England http://www.midpenninearts.org.uk/panopticons-singing-ringing-tree
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The Singing Ringing Tree

Reviewed By dinadriverx_

Lovely walk and impeccable views of burnley and cliviger.Would highly recommend going on this walk on a sunny and windy day as the monument whistles with the wind!Great for all ages as there is a car park with about a 5 minute walk to it ,or you could walk from clowbridge reservoir which takes about 30 minutes.

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