The ancient market town of Clitheroe in the Ribble Valley is a perfect place to stay for visitors wishing to explore Lancashire’s Forest of Bowland, one of England’s 36 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). With its extensive range of accommodation including B&B’s, hostels, self catering and camping and caravan sites, your visit to Clitheroe can suit your budget and preferences. Clitheroe actually dates back to Saxon times so by the time the imposing 12th century Norman Castle that towers over the town had been built, Clitheroe had already been around for nearly 1,000 years! Clitheroe Castle, said to be the smallest Norman castle in England, is now home to a Museum and 16 acres of landscaped gardens, which houses attractions to appeal to every age group.

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Diamonds in the Landscape

February 10, 2024 - April 28, 2024    

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Clitheroe Castle Museum

Originally designated in 1964, the Forest of Bowland celebrates 60 years in 2024 and starts the New Year with a new name – Forest of [...]

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Rat Pack & Swing Night

April 5, 2024    

7:00 pm - 11:45 pm

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et ready to swing and sway the night away at our Rat Pack and Swing Night! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with timeless [...]

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Event title Finds Day with the Portable Antiquities Scheme at Clitheroe Castle Museum

April 16, 2024    

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Clitheroe Castle Museum

Did you know that thousands of archaeological objects are discovered every year by people going about their daily lives? Have you found a mystery object [...]

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Slay Boredom! - A weekend with Academie Glorianna

April 20, 2024 - April 21, 2024    

11:15 am - 3:30 pm

Clitheroe Castle Museum

Join Academie Glorianna, experts in historical swordsmanship, for an action-packed St George's weekend. Watch combat demonstrations, handle weapons and listen to bitesize talks. Simply drop [...]

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Vintage Swing Thing at The Grand

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April 20, 2024    

7:00 pm

The Grand, Clitheroe

Following a triumphant sell out show at The Grand in 2022, local swing and jazz legend Arthur Geldard is making a return to the Clitheroe-based [...]

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Dino-roar Museum Hunt and Dino-tastic Crafts at Clitheroe Castle Museum

May 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024    

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

It's going to be a dino-tastic month at Clitheroe Castle Museum.  Throughout May your young museum adventurers can explore the museum and search for the [...]

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Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Festival

May 3, 2024 - May 6, 2024    

All Day

Clitheroe

Live music and numerous venues across the area, a ‘must visit’ event for jazz lovers. This great event is not organised by us, so for [...]

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Diamonds in the Landscape

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Event title Finds Day with the Portable Antiquities Scheme at Clitheroe Castle Museum

16 Apr 24

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Events on April 17, 2024

Diamonds in the Landscape

10 Feb 24

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Diamonds in the Landscape

10 Feb 24

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Slay Boredom! - A weekend with Academie Glorianna

20 Apr 24

Clitheroe

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Vintage Swing Thing at The Grand

20 Apr 24

Events on April 21, 2024

Diamonds in the Landscape

10 Feb 24

Clitheroe

Slay Boredom! - A weekend with Academie Glorianna

20 Apr 24

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Diamonds in the Landscape

10 Feb 24

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Events on May 1, 2024

Dino-roar Museum Hunt and Dino-tastic Crafts at Clitheroe Castle Museum

1 May 24

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Dino-roar Museum Hunt and Dino-tastic Crafts at Clitheroe Castle Museum

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Events on May 3, 2024

Dino-roar Museum Hunt and Dino-tastic Crafts at Clitheroe Castle Museum

1 May 24

Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Festival

3 May 24

Clitheroe

Events on May 4, 2024

Dino-roar Museum Hunt and Dino-tastic Crafts at Clitheroe Castle Museum

1 May 24

Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Festival

3 May 24

Clitheroe

Events on May 5, 2024

Dino-roar Museum Hunt and Dino-tastic Crafts at Clitheroe Castle Museum

1 May 24

Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Festival

3 May 24

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Diamonds in the Landscape

February 10, 2024 - April 28, 2024    

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Clitheroe Castle Museum

Originally designated in 1964, the Forest of Bowland celebrates 60 years in 2024 and starts the New Year with a new name – Forest of [...]

More Info

Dino-roar Museum Hunt and Dino-tastic Crafts at Clitheroe Castle Museum

May 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024    

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

It's going to be a dino-tastic month at Clitheroe Castle Museum.  Throughout May your young museum adventurers can explore the museum and search for the [...]

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Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Festival

May 3, 2024 - May 6, 2024    

All Day

Clitheroe

Live music and numerous venues across the area, a ‘must visit’ event for jazz lovers. This great event is not organised by us, so for [...]

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Clitheroe Beer Festival

May 9, 2024 - May 11, 2024    

All Day

Clitheroe

Over 60 cask and craft ales plus a great selection of ciders, sours and perries and a Gin Bar too. Also, some exclusive Festival Beers [...]

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Chipping Steam Fair

May 25, 2024 - May 27, 2024    

All Day

Chipping

A three-day event of family fun showcasing vintage vehicles and other attractions in a gorgeous location amongst the Bowland Hills. This great event is not [...]

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Enjoy

Surrounded by glorious, unspoilt landscapes, there are opportunities for everyone to enjoy in the Ribble Valley. From shopping and entertainment, to history filled family days out exploring the Ribble Valley's rich heritage and great places for food and drink, to walks in the countryside and quiet, idyllic villages just waiting to be explored. Learn More»

Taste

Ribble Valley boasts an abundance of award-winning eateries with friendly and professional staff just waiting to welcome you. From cosy cafés and tearooms to gastro pubs, contemporary mill conversions and a Michelin-starred manor house restaurant, there is somewhere to suit all tastes here in ther Ribble Valley. Learn More»

Stay

Whether you are travelling with family, friends or alone, Ribble Valley has high quality accommodation to suit everyone. You will love the diversity of places to stay, from fully serviced luxury, to the freedom of self-catering and camping or glamping. Set in scenic splendour, you can choose to be close to a town or to hide away in pure peace and tranquillity. Learn More»