Directory of Members – Food Venues

Aspinall Arms - They have a large bar at the heart of the pub serving a selection of cask ales, a back bar shelf crammed with malts and gins and an extensive wine list, all sourced and selected locally where we can. Our chef team develop seasonal menus with a spine of freshly prepared, classic British dishes, complemented by more exotic influences from other parts of the world – in other words, modern British cooking. Website www.aspinallarmspub.co.uk Address Aspinall Arms, Mitton, BB7 9PQ Email  aspinall.arms@brunningandprice.co.uk Telephone 01254 826 555
Calfs Head Calfs Head - Nestled at the foot of Pendle Hill in the conservation village of Worston, seemingly far away from the hustle and bustle but In reality only a quarter of a mile from the A59 is our picturesque country inn at the heart of the village. The Inn boasts stunning views of Pendle Hill and when weather allows, the opportunity to dine and drink in the large gardens or on the decking overlooking the babbling stream. Inside there is a cosy snug with a roaring log fire or diners can choose the glass house with picturesque views of the surrounding countryside and…
Coach and Horses sign on the front of the pub Coach and Horses Bolton by Bowland - The Coach & Horses, a traditional Coaching Inn with seven beautifully created bedrooms, set in the idyllic village of Bolton by Bowland in the heart of the Ribble Valley. Each of the bedrooms is unique, decorated in a style befitting a traditional Coaching Inn. Ideas, based on impressions of years of visits to many boutique hotels worldwide, have been used to create a memorable experience. To book a table in our restaurant, or to book one of the rooms in the hotel, be sure to get in touch directly for the very best pricing and details on our latest offers…
Foxfields Country Hotel - Situated in the heart of the Ribble Valley, Foxfields Country Hotel has a total of 44 rooms, and a variety of options for guests to choose from to ensure their stay is as comfortable and well-suited to their needs as possible. The hotel has comprehensive spa facilities, including a swimming pool, a sauna, a steam room and a small gym. Address: Whalley Road. Billington. Blackburn. Lancashire. BB7 9HY Website: www.foxfieldshotel.com Telephone:  01254 822556 Email:  enquiries@foxfieldshotel.co.uk
Gibbon Bridge Icon Gibbon Bridge - Gibbon Bridge grew from Janet’s dream of a tea shop to what it is today - 36 years later - a four star country hotel with an established reputation for good food and luxury. It is the ideal place for lunch, or dinner and offers excellent value for money in superb surroundings. The restaurant overlooks the award winning gardens and Longridge Fell, and has a fabulous terrace for relaxing and soaking up the atmosphere. Website www.gibbon-bridge.co.uk Address Chipping Forest of Bowland Lancashire PR3 2TQ Email  reception@gibbon-bridge.co.uk Telephone 01995 61456
Hitchen’s Kitchen - Want to enjoy premium sushi in the comfort of your own home? Hitchen's kitchen offer a sushi takeaway service from Ribc hester, in the heart of the Ribble Valley. Telephone: 07935 472 324 Website: https://www.hitchens-kitchen.co.uk/ Address: Lower Dutton Farm, Gallows Lane, Ribchester, PR3 3XX Opening times:  Friday collections – 3pm – 6pm Saturday collections – 3pm – 6pm
Holden Clough Holden Clough Nurseries - Set in the scenic hamlet of Holden near Bolton-by-Bowland, Holden Clough Nursery is known across the country for growing award-winning hardy plants. Whether it is Perennials, Shrubs, Alpines or maybe something a bit more unusual, we grow everything at Holden Clough Nursery!   Website holdencloughnursery.com Address Holden Clough Nurseries Holden, Bolton-by-Bowland Lancashire BB7 4PF Email info@holdenclough.com Telephone 01200 447615
Holmes Mill - Based in the heart of Clitheroe, Holmes Mill is a unique celebration of Lancashire food, drink and entertainment. Featuring a beer hall, hotel, food hall and much more, this former textiles mill is the perfect place to indulge, unwind and explore. Address: Holmes Mill, Greenacre Street, Clitheroe BB7 1EB Website: www.holmesmill.co.uk Telephone: 01200407111 Email: Enquiries@holmesmill.co.uk
la locanda and chef stood outside La Locanda - A multi-award-winning, traditional Italian restaurant nestled in Lancashire’s wonderful Ribble Valley.   Full of original, rustic charm, La Locanda’s owners Maurizio and Cinzia Bocchi will take you to the heart of Italian cuisine, serving you authentic, seasonal recipes that go back generations. “Our promise is to provide you with a truly Italian experience that gives you a flavour of the tradition, culture and hospitality of the place we are so proud to call our home”. Address: Main Street, Gisburn, Barnoldswick, BB7 4HH Website: La Locanda | Italian Restaurant | Lancashire Telephone: 01200 445303 Email: eat@lalocanda.co.uk
Exterior Photo of Lower Buck Lower Buck - The Lower Buck is an independent, English Country Inn in our wonderful village, Waddington, that is family owned.  The family have a group of chefs, restaurateurs, and designers who collectively believe in delivering wonderful service and hospitality. Joined together by their love of home cooked food, cask ale, travel and design, The Lower Buck offers something truly unique for the traveller.  Harking back to 1760, live the history with three real fires, wonderful discussions at the bar and well-behaved dogs in this true pub. Address: Edisford road, Waddington BB7 3HU. Telephone: 01200 423342 Email: hello@thelowerbuck.com Website: www.thelowerbuck.com
Mitton Hall - A stunning country house hotel in the heart of the Ribble Valley. A breathtaking wedding venue that redefines romance. A restaurant that exudes charm. Welcome to Mitton Hall. Mitton Hall hosts everything from fabulous cocktail evenings with live music to barbecues, family events and wedding fairs. Address: Mitton Hall, Mitton Road, Mitton, Whalley BB7 9PQ Websites: www.mittonhallhotel.co.uk Telephone: 01254 826 544 Email: events@mittonhallhotel.co.uk
Mrs Dowsons Farm Park - For the past 60 years the Dowson family have traditionally farmed the gently rolling hills of the Ribble Valley. Their aim is to produce the tastiest ice cream possible. As well as using all natural ingredients, and milk from our own cows here on the farm. Address: Hawkshaw Farm, Longsight Road, Clayton-le-Dale, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 7JA Website: www.mrsdowsons.com Telephone: 01254 812407 Email: info@mrsdowsons.co.uk
Mytton Fold Lounge Bar Mytton Fold Hotel - Mytton Fold Hotel is a family owned, private hotel with a stylish new look. Contemporary spaces have been created and the hotel now enjoys modern, luxurious comfort whilst retaining the character of its stone buildings. Situated in the heart of the glorious Ribble Valley, the hotel boasts 34 en-suite bedrooms and 3 Suites. Mytton Fold Hotel is set within 100 acres of its own beautifully landscaped grounds and boasts panoramic views of the Ribble Valley. The Lounge Bar with its 150-year-old cast iron Lancashire range is the perfect setting to relax and unwind after a long day, or to enjoy…
Northcote - Northcote is a renowned country house hotel situated on the edge of the Ribble Valley. Offering 26 imaginative and inspired rooms which exude highly individual character. Enhance your dining experience with an overnight stay and wake up to one of Northcote's famous Lancashire breakfasts. Address: Northcote Road, Langho, Blackburn, Lancashire, England, BB6 8BE Website: www.northcote.com Telephone: 01254 240555 Email: reception@northcote.com
View of the Spinning Block Bar area Spinning Block Hotel, Bar and Grill - Welcome to the 1823 Spinning Block Hotel at Holmes Mill – a stunning conversion of the oldest building within the site to create 39 individually designed and decorated bedrooms in the centre of Clitheroe, and at the heart of the Ribble Valley. Celebrate the renaissance of a landmark building lovingly restored to showcase the best of local food and drink in an inspiring setting that honours Lancashire’s rich industrial heritage and fine culinary traditions. Address: Holmes Mill, Greenacre Street, Clitheroe BB7 1EB Website: www.holmesmill.co.uk Telephone: 01200 407111 Email: hotel@holmesmill.co.uk
Stanley House Stanley House - Stanley House Hotel is a stunning, award winning hotel, set in 54 acres of Ribble Valley countryside in Mellor, Lancashire. Situated in Mellor (in between Preston and Blackburn), the hotel is privately owned and run by the Walker family and opened in 2004 following a spectacular conversion of the ruins of a 17th century manor house, titled Stanley House. The Grade II listed building, demonstrating its heritage is now complemented with opulent modern additions and also benefits from unspoiled views of the Ribble Valley countryside. This refreshing fusion of the conventional and contemporary makes Stanley House the number one destination of…
Stirk House Stirk House - A destination dining experience offering all-day dining to both residents and non-residents of the Stirk House hotel. We only use fresh, seasonal ingredients produced by the finest artisan suppliers in the area or foraged from our own 22 acres of grounds. Our food is earthy, honest and completely representative of the stunning landscape we work within, the fantastic local suppliers we use and our head chef’s dedication to creating spectacular food. If you were to take a bite out of Lancashire, this is how it would taste Website www.stirkhouse.co.uk Address Stirk House Hotel and Restaurant, Gisburn, Clitheroe BB7 4LJ Email …
The Fromm Shoppe - The Fromm Shoppe is based in the growing and fashionable Ribble Valley, Lancashire. Claire Fromm photographs Weddings, Fashion & Events throughout the North West UK and also Newborn, Mum-To-Be at her studio in the picturesque village of Whalley. As a professional photographer and designer for over 10 years, Claire’s style has developed thru the diverse places she has lived and visited. Growing up in the Ribble Valley, Claire loves the combined romanticism of the rolling hills and magnificent old worldly venues the area has to offer: It’s a photographers dream. Claire’s style is creative, charismatic and feminine. Each wedding is approached…
The Inn At Whitewell  - The Inn at Whitewell is an old fashioned rural Inn, welcoming to all, providing 23 bedrooms of some glamour, seriously good local ingredients cooked well and a noteworthy selection of drinks. Address:Inn at Whitewell, Clitheroe, Forest of Bowland, Lancashire, BB7 3AT Website: www.innatwhitewell.com Telephone: 01200 448222 Email: reception@innatwhitewell.com
The Millstone Mellor - A 17th-century coaching inn set at the foot of the beautiful Ribble Valley. Well-known throughout the Ribble Valley area as one of the best places to stay in Lancashire, The Millstone provide an enchanting experience, whether you’re here for a week of adventure, a hearty meal, or a pint of award-winning Thwaites ale. Telephone: 01254 813333 Email: relax@millstonemellor.co.uk Address: Church Lane, Mellor, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 7JR Website: https://millstonemellor.co.uk/ Facebook or other social media sites: https://www.facebook.com/MillstoneMellor/ Millstone (@millstone_mellor) • Instagram photos and videos
shireburn arms front The Shireburn Arms - Located in the picturesque village of Hurst Green, The Shireburn Arms is a 17th Century hostelry offering stunning views, beautiful accommodation and locally produced food. Original architectural features cosy up to contemporary fittings and fabrics to create a unique yet homely feel. Address: The Shireburn Arms Hotel, Whalley Rd, Hurst Green, Clitheroe BB7 9QJ Website: www.shireburnarmshotel.co.uk Telephone: 01254 826 678 Email:info@jamesplaces.co.uk
The Spread Eagle - An unassuming but attractive coaching Inn nestling within the Forest of Bowland, an Area of outstanding natural beauty, in the heart of the Ribble Valley. On one side of the building flows the River Ribble, on the other are the remains of the C12th Cistercian Sawley Abbey, and from a distance the magnificent and brooding Pendle Hill casts its shadow. This lovely Inn uses a delicate palette of colour for its furnishings but also has open stonework, fireplaces, flag floors and oak beamed ceilings. Open all day serving food and hand pulled ales the Spread Eagle is truly at the…
exterior of white bull The White Bull Hotel, Ribchester - The White Bull is located in the centre of the historic village of Ribchester, a former Roman settlement on the original Watling Street now home to a busy community and lots of attractions for visitors to the beautiful Ribble Valley with its fantastic scenery, great walks and lots of things to do.   Dine, Drink and then stay in one of 3 comfy double en-suite rooms situated in the former ‘stable block’.  All rooms come with original oak beams and traditional features.  We are perfectly located for the many events and activities ongoing in the year. Address: The White Bull hotel,…
Waddington Arms  - Standing in the middle of the village from which it takes its name The Waddington Arms is very much at the heart of life in the fabulous Ribble Valley. Located beside an ancient stone bridge over a babbling brook at the heart of the picture postcard village of Waddington, the Waddington Arms is the hub of this vibrant little community. It’s the perfect place to eat, drink, relax and catch up with friends. Come rain or shine, the ‘Waddy’ is the ideal venue for celebrations large and small. Sit outside in the sunshine on the terrace or beer garden or…