Location: Clitheroe
Top Things to do in Clitheroe
What to do and see in Clitheroe, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
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
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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. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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
5. The Grand
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4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By BertB419 - Guangzhou, China
First time I have been here. Really good atmosphere. Good security. Bar at back of hall. Concert itself was great-I’ve always been a massive Sweet fan, so I loved this! They also had a warm up band from Bristol, who were excellent. Would I go to this venue again? Absolutely!
6. 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.
7. Waddington Arms
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4.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By johnpazza - Liverpool, United Kingdom
We booked a table for 2 and a dog and found the whole set up very professional. The pub itself is very well kept and in time with the local village, parking to the rear and front and located in a perfect position to soak up the Lancashire sunshine. The food was lovely i selected a fish finger sandwich and a lovely ice cold pint of peroni. The service was excellent from the manager to the waitresses, very happy we chose the waddington arms for a meal and a place we would highly recommend.
