
Longridge is aptly named as it sits on a hilltop, a long ridge, with stunning views over the Ribble Valley countryside.
As with Ribble Valley’s other top destinations, Longridge has a fascinating history. Formerly a cotton mill town, Longridge was built in the 1800s from locally quarried sandstone.
Entering Longridge today is like stepping back in time – many of the original sandstone features remain, acting as a memorial to the town’s 19th-century conception.
The main street of Longridge, Berry Lane, is very much the hub of the town with a colourful selection of shops. Discover unique art, homeware, jewellery, gifts, designer clothing and more – there is an attractive mix of longstanding family businesses and more recent arrivals.




Events form an important part of Longridge’s culture. First, there is Longridge Field Day – a community-run celebration complete with imaginative floats, fancy dress, and decorations throughout the town. Another highlight in Longridge’s calendar is the Goosnargh and Longridge Show. This showcases the best of local food and farming, with a good emphasis on entertainment for younger visitors. It’s a great day out for the family!
A recent popular addition to the Calendar is the Longridge Soapbox Derby which sees Berry Lane closed and turned into a race track. It is a spectacle which is highly comical and appealing to all ages.
To add to the heritage, one of the most significant places in Longridge is Club Row. Erected between 1774 and 1804, it is a row of twenty mill workmen’s cottages, built back when Longridge was just a village. Did you know, Club Row is believed to be the oldest surviving example of properties built by a building society in the world!
Why not explore the local countryside here by following one of our Walks with Taste WalksWithTaste24_DerbyArms.pdf
The Old Station

Longridge Train Station was built in 1840. The tracks linked to Preston and villages such as Grimsargh and ran for over 120 years, with the last freight train making its final journey in 1967.
The tracks were taken up in 1968 and the old station building then remained derelict. However in 2010, the station was transformed into the vibrant community area it is today, featuring the town heritage centre, meeting rooms and the café.
For more tips on what to do in and around Longridge, including walking and history trails, head to Longridge’s Heritage and Visitor Centre, in the Old Station. Here, a team of volunteers provide a warm welcome to visitors with information about the area and advice on how to make the best of your visit.
Soup Box Derby
Each year Longridge plays host to the high octane thrills of a Soup Box Derby. Competitors built their own wacky and wonderful carts hoping to survive the twists and turns, and ups and downs of the downhill slalom course. Check out the events page for this and more upcoming events in Ribble Valley.


