Carefully placed on the far western edge of this beautiful district, Longridge truly is the gateway to Ribble Valley and the Forest of Bowland. It's by far the prettiest route to take and we can promise that you'll leave those traffic lights and the frustrating effects of road rage behind you! 

Make your first stop the town centre where you'll discover a real shopping treat, with boutiques and galleries aplenty, deli's and gift shops galore. Not to mention the perfect place to stock up for your picnic as you head on into the glorious surrounding countryside where many walks and cycle rides begin.

So with commanding views of Ribble Valley, the Welsh Mountains, the Isle of Man and the Loud Valley, it is easy to see why Longridge stands out from the crowd. Follow the Longridge Heritage Trail and uncover the bygone times of this historic market town.

Did you know? Once upon a time, Longridge was famous for stone quarrying, supplying the stone for Lancaster Town Hall and the docks at Liverpool. Stone used to be carried by a railway, which was operated literally by horsepower. The horses had to pull the wagons uphill from Preston to Longridge but were then able to ride back on the downhill return journey.

Longridge boasts several Blue Heritage Plaques hung proudly on the side of historic buildings. So keep your eyes peeled for an insight into more of the towns intriguing past.

Also in Longridge - Paul Heathcote's Longridge Restaurant, The Corporation Arms, Little Town Dairy, John Smiths Orienteering Course and Sculpture Trail, Millenium Cross.

Further information about Longridge can be found on www.longridgetowncouncil.com