Walks with taste

In addition to stunning walks, Ribble Valley has some amazing places to eat – so why not combine the two? That’s the idea of Walks with Taste, a collection of self-guided walks that take you on a stunning trail leading to your food destination of choice.

From traditional inns to new specialist eateries, the Walks with Taste includes 21 fantastic food destinations for you to choose from.

What’s great about the Walks with Taste is that they’re so accessible. You can choose from a longer, more challenging hike, or a shorter and more leisurely stroll. Not a problem if you’re not the best navigator – each route plan comes with a detailed map and easy-to-follow directions.

Top tip

Many of the Walks with Taste destinations also offer overnight accommodation – perfect if you’re keen to linger longer to explore more of Ribble Valleys hidden gems.

Explore our walks with Taste

Moderate

Aspinall Arms – Walks with Taste

A 3 mile circular pub walk from the Aspinall Arms taking in glorious riverside paths, grazing pastures, ancient lanes and wild moorland of Ribble Valley, with excellent views throughout.

dog friendly
Distance: 3 miles
Time: 1.5hrs
Moderate: Steep climb and steps
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Moderate

Assheton Arms – Walks with Taste

This adventurous three-hour hike explores the foothills of Pendle, off ering extensive views of the Ribble Valley, before diving into the wooded valleys beneath its flanks. It’s the perfect route for a Sunday morning ramble or a summer evening amble.

dog friendly
Distance: 7.8km / 4.8 miles
Time: 2 ½ to 3 hours
Moderate: 250m of ascent some, short, steep climbs. Several stiles.
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Easy

Calf’s Head – Walk with Taste

Explore the scenic foothills of the splendid Pendle Hill and enjoy panoramic views across the magnificent Ribble Valley, before returning to the cosy Calf’s Head, in the beautiful village of Worston, for a tasty meal.

dog friendly
Distance: 3½km / 2¼m
Time: 1½ hours
Easy: gentle gradients up and down, with a few old stiles
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Moderate

Chipping Farm Shop – Walks with Taste

A most scenic starting at this pretty village and passing along peaceful lanes and through fields woods and moorland, with breathtaking views on a clear day.

dog friendly
Distance: 3 ½ miles
Time: 2hr
Moderate: A long but easy walk following quiet lanes and footpaths with a few cattle grids.
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Easy

Coach and Horses – Walks with Taste

This walk takes in some beautiful Bowland scenery, on a clear day you will get a great view of Pendle Hill

dog friendly
Distance: 4.6km / 3 miles
Time: 1½ hours
Easy: Some muddy / boggy areas in the winter
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Easy-moderate

Derby Arms – Walks with Taste

Climb uphill for show stopping 360-degree views across the Ribble Valley and Fylde coast before heading back to The Derby Arms.

dog friendly
Distance: 3.73km
Time: 1hr
Easy-moderate: Steep inclines with muddy paths
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Easy

Eight at Gazegill – Walks with Taste

A pleasant circular walk, crossing organically managed farmland, rich in wildlife and with the stunning backdrop of Pendle Hill

dog friendly
Distance: 2 miles
Time: 1 - 11/2hr
Easy: Crossing some farmland, which at times might be muddy, with several stiles to cross.
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Challenging

Foxfields Country Hotel – Walks with Taste

Admire spectacular views across two stunning valley landscapes. An early climb will be well worth it, with panoramic views across the Forest of Bowland National Landscape to the north, and then, once you have crossed the hill, the Pennines to the south. It is the perfect route for a mid-week escape followed by a sumptuous meal.

Distance: 4km / 2.5miles
Time: 1½ to 2 hours
Challenging: An early climb to the top of the hill, ladder stiles and perhaps boggy in places.
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Moderate

Freemasons at Wiswell – Walks with Taste

A scenic route passing along pretty lanes and through fields, woods and moorland, with breathtaking views from the top.

dog friendly
Distance: 2.6miles
Time: 1 ½ - 2 hours
Moderate: Good paths and several stiles, muddy at certain times of year.
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Challenging

Higher Trapp Hotel – Walks with Taste

Admire spectacular views of Pendle and the South Pennines as you pass through pastoral countryside. The trees along the route are also particularly interesting, with the route passing through beautiful old beech woods on the lowland and following the shapes of weathered trees on the high ground.

Distance: 8km / 5miles
Time: 2 to 2½ hours
Challenging: Long steady climb and a little wet in a few places.
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Easy

Holmes Mill – Walks with Taste

This easy riverside ramble starts from Holmes Mill, where you can enjoy a pre- or post-walk meal, or shop for some mouth-watering picnic treats before wandering through the grounds of Clitheroe’s Norman Castle to the River Ribble – the perfect spot for an alfresco lunch or picnic supper.

dog friendly
Distance: 6.8km / 4.2miles
Time: 1½ to 2 hours
Easy: 100m of ascent on good paths with just a few stiles.
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Easy

Mytton Fold – Walks with Taste

A pleasant circular walk much of which crosses farmland, climbing the hill behind the hotel to enjoy stunning views.

dog friendly
Distance: 2.5 miles
Time: 1 - 1½hr
Easy: A gradual climb to the summit, crossing farmland, with several stiles to cross. Can be muddy when wet.
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Moderate

Shireburn Arms – Walks with Taste

This riverside ramble starts from the Shireburn Arms and descends through farmland to the River Ribble, crossing the impressive footbridge at Dinkley, then following the river downstream towards Ribchester, returning through the woods and pasture to Hurst Green.

dog friendly
Distance: 5.4 miles / 8.7km
Time: 2½ to 3 hours
Moderate: 175m of ascent, occasionally rough and uneven with several stiles.
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Challenging

Spread Eagle Inn – Walks with Taste

Admire spectacular panoramic views of the Yorkshire Dales, the Bowland Fells and the Ribble Valley on this rewarding hike to the summit of Beacon Hill before returning to the Spread Eagle via ancient drovers’ tracks for a well-deserved drink.

dog friendly
Distance: 6.2 miles/10km
Time: 3½ hours
Challenging: A long, steady climb on field paths and tracks followed by a rugged descent.
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Moderate

Strik House – Walk with Taste

Picturesque walk taking in woodlands and farmland with stunning views of the river Ribble.

dog friendly
Distance: 2 3/4 miles
Time: 2hr
Moderate: Walking across open fields but with one steep incline along a narrow path.
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Moderate

The Inn at Whitewell – Walks with Taste

An easy stroll across the River Hodder via the stepping stones, returning via Burholme Bridge. One steep climb and some road walking. Field paths may be soft and muddy after rain and the stepping stones may be impassable when the river is in spate.

dog friendly
Distance: 3 miles/4.8 km
Time: 1½ hours
Moderate: Some climbs and stepping stones.
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Easy-moderate

The Lower Buck – Walks with Taste

A short, hillside walk featuring some wonderful panoramas of Pendle, beautiful scenery and lively animals, then refresh your palate with some lovely food and drink.

dog friendly
Distance: 3.31km
Time: 1hr
Easy-moderate: Can be muddy in wet weather
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Easy

The Millstone Mellor – Walks with Taste

A pleasant, short walk with moderate hill to climb to reach the viewpoint with spectacular views on a clear day, before returning to the Millstone for welcome refreshments.

dog friendly
Distance: 1 mile
Time: 1hr
Easy: A few stiles to cross and fields maybe muddy. One moderate climb.
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Easy-moderate

Three Millstones Inn

Amble along the well-trodden banks of the Ribble admiring this remarkably quiet section of a hidden industrial quarry.

Distance: 4 miles
Time: 1.5hrs
Easy-moderate: Easy, mainly flat surfaces with gentle inclines along well-trodden paths
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Moderate

Waddington Arms

A pleasant aft ernoon ramble through the pastures above Waddington and up onto the fell for breath-taking views over the Ribble Valley before returning via pretty wooded ghylls for a pint at a bustling pub at the heart of the village.

dog friendly
Distance: 7km / 4.3miles
Time: 2 to 3 hours
Moderate: 160m of ascent on good paths with several stiles.
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Easy-moderate

White Bull – Walk with Taste

A walk taking in beautiful countryside and rich heritage features. A combination of fascinating Roman remains and stunning riverside scenery, including views of the magnificent Pendle Hill, with the White Bull providing the perfect welcome on your return.

dog friendly
Distance: 4.82km
Time: 1.5hrs
Easy-moderate: Can be muddy in wet weather.
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