Location: Clitheroe
Top Things to do in Clitheroe
What to do and see in Clitheroe, England: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Clitheroe (/ˈklɪðəroʊ/ KLIDH-ə-roh) is a town and civil parish in the Borough of Ribble Valley, approximately 34 miles (55 km) northwest of Manchester, in Lancashire, England. It is near the Forest of Bowland, and is often used as a base for tourists visiting the area. In 2016, Clitheroe Built-up Area had an estimated population of 15,517.
Restaurants in Clitheroe
1. Inch Perfect Trials
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 123 reviews
Set in 100 acres of beautiful Ribble Valley countryside, Inch Perfect Trials offers motorcycle trials experience days, servicing, clothing and parts. Drop into the shop or call us to book on to one of our experience days.
2. Top Hat Tours
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5.0 based on 72 reviews
The Ribble Valley has mystical legends and Simon Entwistle, dressed in his authentic Victorian costume, will be delighted to recount some of his favourites as he accompanies you on his guided walks exploring the haunted ginnels, cobbled streets and burial grounds in Clitheroe, Whalley, Blackburn, Accrington, Colne, Skipton, York and Kendal. Simon conducts the tour in his own graphical style.
3. Cowmans
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5.0 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By 464fraserr - Bingley, United Kingdom
Love this shop best sausages,best service and best sausage shop in the world highly recommended, well worth a visit should be in the tourist guide for clitheroe !
4. Paint Pot
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5.0 based on 51 reviews
The 'Paint Your own' Pottery Studio. Fun for the whole family and all ages and absolutely no experience required.
Reviewed By Affanddawn
We frequently visited Paint a Pot , Clitheroe when my daughter was younger and it is a lovely experience for children. The staff are so helpful and the products are beautiful. It’s great for parties- for young and old and an asset to our high street.
5. Whalley Wine Shop
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5.0 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By 281CathyK - Cheadle, United Kingdom
Delighted with the service and recommendations of Matt and his staff. Great selections reasonably priced. Have used delivery service throughout lockdown which was really convenient. Happy to support this local business. Highly recommend
6. Stonyhurst College
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4.5 based on 102 reviews
Stonyhurst College is an independent co-educational Catholic boarding and day school, occupying a magnificent Grade I listed building in Lancashire. Founded in 1593, it is the oldest Jesuit School in the world and famous for its connections to former pupil Sir Arthur Conan Doyle; author of Sherlock Holmes, and JRR Tolkien, author of Lord of the Rings. Set in the beautiful Ribble Valley, Stonyhurst is home to 700 pupils during term time, but during the school holidays the College plays host to a multitude of residential lettings and events, organised and delivered by Stonyhurst Enterprises. Our repertoire of events range from residential lettings including religious retreats, international language schools and sports & music camps, to events such as festivals, fairs, outdoor theatre productions, dinners and weddings.
Reviewed By radicalseven - Sydney, Australia
The museum here isn’t open often, so keep an eye out. But what a fascinating collection! Items owned by Mary Queen of Scots, relics of English Catholic martyrs, and libraries full of fabulous volumes. There are Shakespeare First folios as well as many other first edition. Said to be the earliest British Museum, dating from 1609.
7. Clitheroe Castle
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4.5 based on 560 reviews
The museum stands high on Castle Hill, in the shadow of the Castle Keep, an image which has dominated Clitheroe's skyline for over 800 years. The historic landmark of Clitheroe, in the heart of the Ribble Valley offers a day of exploration for all the family. Our intriguing galleries will take you on a journey through 350 million years of history, heritage and geology of the local area. We have lots of activities for children in the museum - a competition hunt, dressing-up costumes, explorer back-packs (with hat and magnifying glass), craft activities and various interactive displays. Come and enjoy a fun-filled day of exploration and learning.
Reviewed By gazm135
A lovely place my son loves to go there would recommend a visit there very nice place lovely view from the top you can see Clitheroe from a excellent view
8. Clitheroe
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4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By E543CRmichelp
Great Castle and Museum , best wine shop in the country ( Byrne ) incerdible sausage shop ( Cowmans ) Historic coaching inns and other great shops
9. Whalley Abbey
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4.5 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By TrekkinTraveller - St Helens, United Kingdom
We visited here in mid August - it was closed for tours, cafe etc but we could still wander around the grounds. It’s a magnificent set of ruins with the only remaining choir pits in Britain. There are information boards which are very informative and you can take a walk along the canal side. It’s a lovely gem of a place to visit. It was very peaceful and informative. Well worth a visit.
10. Browsholme Hall
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4.5 based on 56 reviews
Browsholme is an ancestral home & estate dating from 1507. The Hall and landscaped gardens are open to visitors throughout the summer. The Tithe Barn is our wedding venue and tea room, which, along with the Woodland Glade, provides the perfect setting for weddings throughout the year.
Reviewed By tara_lou_1989
Amazing place, 5 stars all round! Agree with a previous review I’ve seen, I want to keep this my own hidden gem!!! Place was spotlessly clean, finishes were top spec all round! Really lovely touch leaving some dog food for the pooches! Stunning setting! Due to the constant torrential rain we didn’t take advantage of the suggested walks, but it didn’t matter as we had so much fun just in the cabin with the dogs! Would definitely recommend to anyone! Also brilliant and quick at any responses or queries prior to the trip!
