Tom Pridmore

Melt
Hi there, & a warm welcome to melt – where you’ll not only find our exquisitely fragranced, hand poured candles, but also a small selection of our favourite little luxuries alongside some of the world’s most renowned and beautiful perfumes.
Melt have been hand making scented candles and reed diffusers since December 2000 from idyllic and peaceful rural premises in the heart of the Ribble Valley. Since then, Melt have naturally expanded from luxury home fragrances and now also offer organic body, skincare and perfumery products.
We invite you to browse through our range of handmade scented candles, reed diffusers and luxury body and skin fragrances. If you’re undecided about which of our 30 fabulous scents to choose, then you can always purchase a selection of sample fragrances. We also have gift vouchers available. All our products come beautifully packaged to make the perfect gift.
Address: Melt, Twitter Lane, Waddington, Lancashire, BB7 3LQ
Website: www.themeltco.com
Telephone: 01200 443412 or 01200 443377
Email: info@themeltco.com
20/02/2019
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
19/02/2019
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
19/02/2019
Eaves Hall
Welcome to Eaves Hall, without a doubt one of the finest exclusive use wedding venues in the North West. A glorious building surrounded by beautiful gardens set amidst the simply stunning countryside of the Ribble Valley.
The thoughtfully updated interiors have been designed to bring out the best of the original features, creating a unique, contemporary country house ambience and atmosphere.
The 30 bedrooms, ranging from magnificent suites to dinky twins and singles, have all received the same treatment too.
Several rooms are licensed for civil ceremonies making Eaves Hall the perfect choice for small, intimate weddings and bigger blowouts for all your family and friends whatever the theme.
Surrounded by 13 acres of beautiful gardens and parkland, and set amidst the spectacular Ribble Valley countryside, Eaves Hall has a picture perfect setting.
With a new contemporary country house presentation, Eaves Hall is now one of the finest exclusive hospitality venues in the North West.
Address: Eaves Hall, Moor Lane, West Bradford, Clitheroe BB7 3JG
Website: www.eaveshall.co.uk
Telephone: 01200 425 271
Email: info@jamesplaces.co.uk
18/02/2019
Cobden View Cottage
Enjoy Pendle Hill countryside and Sabden Valley every day of your stay.
Walks from the door.
Sample the finest and the best – food, history, the amazing Forest of Bowland, real ales, fine wines, sunrises and sunsets.
Cobden View is a 4 star cottage in the Forest of Bowland. It sleeps up to five people plus a baby in one double room and one twin room. A Jay-B fold up, deep mattress bed, travel cot and high chair are all available.
Free wifi via Boundless. Well behaved pets are most welcome.
Address: Cobden View Holiday Cottage Cobden Farm, Sabden, Clitheroe Lancashire, BB7 9ED
Website: www.cobdenview.co.uk/
Telephone: 01282 776285 or 07989 401595
Email: enquiries@cobdenview.co.uk
18/02/2019
Browsholme Hall
Browsholme Hall is the oldest surviving family home in Lancashire – is the ancestral home of the Parker Family, who have lived there since it was built in 1507.
Browsholme Hall is a nationally important Grade I listed historic house. The Hall has a pre-eminent collection of historically associated antiques, paintings and furniture of museum quality. Furthermore the red sandstone house has a genuine claim to be the oldest surviving family home in Lancashire. Browsholme certainly is an historic house unique in so many ways.
Set within the Forest of Bowland, Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Hall is surrounded by ‘picturesque’ gardens and parkland. Visitors are invited to relax and wander in unspoiled countryside, woodland, views to the distant Fells and most noteworthy the lakes or ‘Fish Pond’.
Address: Browsholme Hall, Clitheroe Road, Cow Ark, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 3DE
Website: www.browsholme.com
Telephone: 01254 827160
Email: info@browsholme.com
18/02/2019
Bowland Wild Boar park
Situated in the heart of the Forest of Bowland National Park, Bowland Wild Animal Park is a short distance from the picturesque village of Chipping. Surrounded by fells and woodland and sat on the banks of the river Hodder, it is a delightful place to enjoy the countryside and local wildlife, have fun in the fresh air and take time out from the hustle and bustle whilst having lots of different activities for the kids to do.
Address: Bowland Wild Boar Park Limited, Chipping, Preston, PR3 2QT
Website: www.wildboarpark.co.uk
Telephone: 01995 61075
Email: info@wildboarpark.co.uk
18/02/2019
Bashall Barn

Bashall Barn is an exclusive and unique wedding venue with panoramic views across the Ribble Valley. The rolling hills, rustic charm and stunning location make it the perfect backdrop for your special day.
Our exclusive-use venue can accommodate between 50-130 seated guests for your ceremony and wedding breakfast with up to 200 guests for your evening reception.
Your Bashall wedding will be one that yourselves and your guests can treasure forever.
Address:  Bashall Barn, Bashall Barn, Bashal Town, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 3LQ
Website:  www.bashallbarn.co.uk
Telephone:  01200 428 964
Email:  info@bashallbarn.co.uk
18/02/2019
Alden Cottage
Alden Cottage is an idyllic 17th Century holiday cottage, offering award-winning Self-Catering accommodation. The cottage is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 1 mile north of Stonyhurst College, near Hurst Green and 4 miles south west of Clitheroe in Lancashire’s beautiful Ribble Valley & Forest of Bowland.
Address: Alden Cottage, Kemple End, Birdy Brow, Stonyhurst, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 9QY, England
Website: www.aldencottage.co.uk
Telephone: 01254 826468
Email: info@aldencottage.co.uk
18/02/2019
Food Networking Event
The latest RVTA Member’s networking meeting was held at the Freemasons Wiswell.
Rachel Wilcock. Principal Officer (food) Trading Standards Service Lancashire County Council gave a presentation on the latest guidance relating to food allergies.
Rachel’s presentation can be found in the downloads page.
The film shown can be seen at: http://www.lancashire.gov.uk/lancan/resources/a-day-in-the-life-of-chloe/
More information can be found here:-
Food Standards Agency Northern Ireland On line allergen software: https://www.menucalni.co.uk/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2f
Food Standards agency information on allergens: https://www.food.gov.uk/business-guidance/allergen-guidance-for-industry
Members also had a presentation about the success of the Freemasons, from Chef/Owner Stephen Smith.
Members also enjoyed a ‘fantastic taste experience’ when lunch was served.

04/07/2018