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  • About Association

    About Association

    The Ribble Valley Tourism Association is the voice for the local tourism industry and works to encourage visitors to come and visit the Ribble Valley.

    Membership benefits include –

    • Joint marketing opportunities
    • Discounted advertising rates,
    • Promotion through websites and social media,
    • Training and development opportunities.
    • Regular newsletter and E-shots to keep you up to date with industry news, events, legislation.

    Membership creates increased PR for your business.

    Free or subsidised familiarization visits and networking meetings provide an insight into the local tourist economy providing excellent opportunities, discounts and subsidies.

    We promote your business to local residents and visitors from further afield.

  • Greendale Teahouse & Rooms

    Greendale Teahouse & Rooms

    Just a ‘Whistle Down The Wind’ from one of the loveliest villages in Lancashire, amid rolling countryside and just across the road from Downham Hall, you’ll find Greendale Teahouse & Rooms.

    With four spacious and beautifully appointed bedrooms, our traditional teahouse is the perfect place to relax and soak up the atmosphere of the Forest of Bowland. Three of our bedrooms are ensuite and the fourth has a private bathroom just down the corridor.

    Address: Downham Road, Chatburn, Forest of Bowland BB7 4DL

    Website: Greendale Teahouse & Rooms

    Telephone: +44 (0) 1200 441 517

    Email: stay@greendaleteahouse.co.uk

    Facebook or other social media sites: www.facebook.com/greendaleteahouse
    www.instagram.com/greendaleteahouse
    www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g3213489-d8571228-Reviews-Greendale_Teahouse_And_Rooms-Chatburn_Clitheroe_Lancashire_England.html?m=69573

  • Bailey Huts

    Bailey Huts

    Locally handcrafted, luxury shepherd’s hut in the heart of the Ribble Valley. The hut is cosy and romantic with stunning views across the countryside. Many of the finishing touches, such as the curtains and crockery, are lovingly handmade to the highest quality to make for a special stay.

    The space

    As you walk into the hut you will find a magical haven to escape and relax. With a cosy and romantic ambience this is the perfect place for a luxury retreat. There is a double bed with a hotel quality mattress and 100% cotton bed linen for a tranquil nights’ sleep, a comfy sofa and a smart TV. Don’t worry if its frosty outside, the underfloor heating will keep you toasty and warm all year round!

    There is a bespoke kitchen with all the amenities to whip up a hearty breakfast ready for a day’s adventure or to create something tasty for dinner. If cooking isn’t on your itinerary, then there are several outstanding restaurants, with 3 of them right on your doorstep!

    • The Three Fishes – just across the field!
    • The Aspinall Arms – 0.3 miles
    • Mitton Hall 1.2 miles

    The bathroom is en-suite so there is no need to leave the hut in the middle of the night. Inside offers a walk in shower, flushing toilet and sink. Luxury towels and bathrobes are provided, with plenty of hot water!

    Outside there is a garden area with outdoor seating and firepit with views over the rolling hills. Under the hut you will also find storage for muddy boots and a log store with enough to get you going, more can be purchased in the honesty shop.

    Onsite Shop

    Behind the hut you will find the purpose built honesty shop filled with all sorts of goodies including homemade chutneys, craft beers, natural wines, hand thrown local pottery and smores packs for the firepit. Some basics such as extra toilet roll, tooth paste and logs will also be in stock. The shop doubles up as a bike store and drying room equipped with a heated drying rack to throw wet clothes over after a country walk. The shop/bike store are fitted with secure locks and CCTV for your security.

    Address: 2 Bailey Cottages, Clitheroe Road, Mitton, Clitheroe, BB7 9PL

    Website: Bailey Huts – Shepherd’s huts (UK, France) for Rent in Mitton, England, United Kingdom – Airbnb

    Telephone: 07973211201

    Email: stay@baileyhuts.com

  • Fitness Plus Gym

    Fitness Plus Gym

    Health and fitness takes centre stage at Fitness Plus Gym. Get a free day pass, gain insights into your nutrition plans and learn as you go!

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    AddressStonebridge Mill, Kestor Lane, Longridge, Preston, PR3 3AD

    Websitewww.fitnessplusgym.co.uk

    Email: will@fitnessplusgym.co.uk

     

  • Shireburne Park – Residential and Holiday Park

    Shireburne Park – Residential and Holiday Park

    West of Clitheroe, overlooking the River Ribble, and nestled within the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty of Forest of Bowland, you’ll find Shireburne Park.

    Shireburne park

    Our peaceful family-run park offers both holiday homes and residential properties, all within or on the grounds of our Victorian mansion, the beautiful Shireburne House.

    You can visit us seven days a week, and we welcome those who’d like to explore the park and our range of luxury holiday and residential homes.

    Address: Edisford Road, Clitheroe, BB7 3LB

    Website: Shireburne Park

    Telephone01200 423422

    Emailenquiries@shireburnepark.co.uk

  • La Locanda

    La Locanda

    A multi-award-winning, traditional Italian restaurant nestled in Lancashire’s wonderful Ribble Valley.

    la locanda and chef stood outside

    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”.

    AddressMain Street, Gisburn, Barnoldswick, BB7 4HH

    Website: La Locanda | Italian Restaurant | Lancashire

    Telephone: 01200 445303

    Email: eat@lalocanda.co.uk

  • Hobbit Hill

    Hobbit Hill

    With stunning views overlooking the River Ribble and beyond, Hobbit Hill offers the perfect wedding venue.

    Our Wedding Barn, seats up to 130 guests for your wedding breakfast and up to 180 guests for your evening celebration.

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    Tie the knot in our gorgeous fairy-lit Round Wood or indoors in the beautiful Ceremony Room.

    The Bridal Suite stands apart from the glamping pods with breathtaking wide-open views across the Ribble Valley –  a peaceful sanctuary, surrounded by the natural beauty of Hobbit Hill.

    Your exclusive venue hire also includes the use of our quaint cosy cabins for your family and friends.

    AddressFoxfields Farm, Whalley Road, Hurst Green, Stonyhurst BB7 9PN

    Website: Hobbit Hill – Ribble Valley’s Woodland Wedding Venue

    Telephone07535 638049

  • Laythams Holiday Lets Retreat

    Laythams Holiday Lets Retreat

    Choose out of four stunning, self-catering cottages in the Heart of the Forest of  Bowland near the Yorkshire Dales.

    Laythams logo

    Consistently getting 5* reviews, which cottage will you decide to retreat to this holiday?

    Website: Holiday Cottages | Forest of Bowland, Yorkshire Dales | Laythams

    Email: info@laythams.co.uk

    Telephone01200 446677

  • Ribble Valley Tourism Awards 2020

    Ribble Valley Tourism Awards 2020

    2020 tourism awards

    Ribble Valley is a wonderful and unique visitor destination and we are very proud of our many quality tourism businesses that make it so special. The Ribble Valley Tourism Association (RVTA) is a collection of these very same businesses, including: Accommodation, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, and visitor attractions, each of which works hard to make visits to the area memorable and enjoyable.

    For more information about the event please click here.