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  • The Inn at Whitewell

    The Inn at Whitewell

    Little has changed the rural beauty of this valley since the 1300’s when the Inn at Whitewell was first built. The Inn sits high on the banks of the River Hodder in the heart of the Ribble Valley, where it is hoped it will remain, with access to 7 miles of trout, sea trout and salmon fishing. Being a dog friendly Inn, there are many good walks you can do, reception can provide you with a complimentary walking guide.

    Sleep

    All our bedrooms are very different. We use great fabrics, lovely old furniture and the best prints and pictures we can.

    Food & Drink

    The Inn deservedly has a good reputation and many awards for its food. Head Chef Jamie Cadman, now in his twenty ninth year.

    Weddings

    Our wedding offering is for total exclusivity, you will have the whole Inn both inside and outside, and its 25 bedrooms together with tailor-made menus and wine lists. As such we are able to offer a truly bespoke and magical day and night.

  • Athertons Estate Agents

    Athertons Estate Agents

    Established since 1994, Athertons are specialists in the sale and purchase of homes and land throughout the Northwest. We have offices in Whalley, Clitheroe and Barrowford and with our expert local knowledge and a specialist service, our aim is to make the experience of buying and selling property and land a positive one. Athertons Property & Land has been successfully selling houses in the Lancashire property market for well over 30 years. During this time, we have developed the valuable expertise and experience required to make the most of every opportunity to secure a sale whilst at the same time achieving the maximum price possible for your home.

    Selling with Athertons

    Selling any residential property whether it is your home or an investment is a significant and potentially stressful experience. At Athertons our aim is to ensure you a smooth, efficient and satisfying experience when selling your property. Our industry knowledge means we are able to provide you with more than an efficient selling experience but as much personal advice for your circumstances as you would like. Our sales and marketing approach uses both traditional values of communications together with evolving new technologies and this has allowed us to both improve the promotion of our clients’ properties and deliver the most relevant information to our many registered buyers.

    Property Valuation

    This is one of the most important factors to consider when deciding to sell your property. When you have lived in your home it can become an emotional decision as to what price you are seeking to achieve. If you ask too much then you risk receiving no or little interest and subsequently panic can set in. If you ask too little you think you are selling to cheaply and not achieving what it is worth. At Athertons we pride ourselves in providing impartial advice to help you overcome these concerns and ensure you obtain an early sale whilst still achieving the best possible price for your home.

    Website – https://www.athertons-uk.com/

  • Stanley house hotel and spa

    Stanley house hotel and spa

    Stanley House Hotel & Spa is a stunning, award winning, boutique country hotel, set in 54 acres of Ribble Valley countryside in Mellor, Lancashire. With 30 first-class bedrooms, unrivalled wedding and conference facilities, the hugely popular Fred’s Brasserie and a bucolic spa setting, Stanley House is truly a hotel like no other.

    Stay with us

    Guests of Stanley House Hotel have a great choice when it comes to our hotel rooms. Our luxury accommodation is split over two spectacular buildings and includes 30 bedrooms.

    Relax with us

    For some, the Spa at Stanley House Hotel provides a helping of relaxation away from the stresses of today. For others, a place to enjoy an unrivalled luxury self-indulgent experience. Awarded ‘Best Boutique Spa 2023’ and rated 5-bubble by the Good Spa Guide.

    Dine with us

    With Lancashire’s very own Garden of Eden, the Ribble Valley, sitting on our doorstep, Stanley House pairs all the produce our local area and beyond has to offer with an undeniable passion to offer our guests something just a little bit different.

    Meetings & Events

    Stanley House is the corporate venue of choice for local, regional and national corporate clients. We offer the highest standards for conferences, meetings, seminars and team away days. We’re also a destination of choice for Premier League and Championship football teams visiting the region.

    Festive Celebrations

    Celebrate the season in style and create lasting memories on the hill. From sparkling Christmas party nights, to joyful family gatherings and our glamorous Black Tie New Year’s Eve Ball. We have the perfect festive experience for everyone.

  • Leaping Lizards

    Leaping Lizards

    Clitheroe’s indoor play centre for babies, toddlers and children up to 11 years old. Two-storey play frame, multi-sports pitch, a dedicated 0–3 zone, and a 5-star café.

    Play and facilities

    Located in the heart of Clitheroe, Leaping Lizards is a vibrant indoor soft play centre, designed for children aged 0 – 11 years.  Little ones can safely explore the dedicated baby and toddler zone, specially created for ages 0 – 3 years, while older children can climb, slide and adventure through the exciting two-storey play frame for ages 4 – 11.  Families can also enjoy a multi-sports pitch, interactive floor and calming bubble wall, making every visit fun, active and engaging for children of all ages.

    Parents can relax in the five-star rated café, serving a delicious selection of homemade meals, sweet treats and cakes, alongside award-winning barista coffee supplied by Exchange Coffee.  Throughout the year, Leaping Lizards hosts a variety of exciting family events including breakfast with the Easter Bunny, mobile petting zoo, K-pop themed parties and meet-and-greets with the Minions.  Leaping Lizards also offer monthly SEND sessions and a busy programme of weekday baby and toddler activities, including storytime and crafts, messy play, Mini Movers dance classes and Little Ninjas martial arts.

    With space to host up to six children’s parties every weekend, Leaping Lizards is the perfect destination for family fun in Lancashire.

    Term time sessions: Monday to Friday, 09:15 – 11:15 and 11:45 – 13:45 and 15:30 – 18:00 (Fridays only, weather dependent).
    Weekends and school holiday sessions: 09:00 – 11:00, 11:30 – 13:30 and 14:00 – 16:00.

    Find Us

    Leaping Lizards Play Centre
    Unit 4, Hawthorne Business Park, Lincoln Way, Clitheroe, BB7 1QD

    www.bookwhen.com/leapinglizardsplay

    Telephone – 01200 427601

    Email – Office@leapinglizardsplaycentre.co.uk

  • Eva Darling Designs

    Eva Darling Designs is a luxury homeware brand based in Lancashire, United Kingdom. Inspired by the natural world, Eva’s hand painted illustrations are adapted into vibrant surface pattern designed products.

    Exclusively working with Lancashire based manufacturers, we deliver ethical and sustainable homewares of the highest quality.

    Eva Darling Designs aims to provide a boutique shopping experience for hand crafted products, designed to refresh homes or provide the perfect gift!

    Website: Eva Darling Designs

    Telephone: 07921836794

    Email: evadarlingdesigns@outlook.com

  • The Eagle at Barrow

    The Eagle at Barrow

    A PLACE TO RELAX DRINK AND DINE… THE EAGLE

    Your place to enjoy traditional ales and good food, meet with friends and family or celebrate a special occasion within the heart of the beautiful Lancashire countryside.

    There’s always a space at The Eagle, with a choice of areas to dine, drink and celebrate. With terraces basking in the sunshine, cosy wood-burning log fires, tartan carpets, wood panelling and plenty of room to chill. Our menus offer the perfect combination of traditional classics, chef’s daily specials and an eclectic mix of modern British dishes, fused with influences from around the world. There’s something for everybody Menu – The Eagle at Barrow.

    Address: Clitheroe Road, Barrow, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9AQ

    Website: Home – The Eagle at Barrow

    Telephone: 01254 825285

    Email:  info@theeagleatbarrow.co.uk

  • Bowland Escapes

    Bowland Escapes

    Bowland Escapes is a family-owned park concentrating on sustainable, luxury lodge sales and holiday rentals.

    Set within a 62-acre park in the heart of the Forest of Bowland and the Ribble Valley; just 2.5 miles from the rural village of Chipping and 9 miles from the historical market town of Clitheroe with its ancient 12th century Castle and vintage shops and tearooms.

    Visit for a peaceful getaway from the towns and cities you can relax at our dark skies accredited site away from the bright lights and sounds of the city surrounded by nature.

    Nestled within an Ancient woodland known as New Ground Wood and surrounded by an array of birds and animals. It is perfect for bird watchers and it’s not unusual to see a wild deer grazing.

    To see a larger variety of animals you can visit Bowland Wild Boar Park for FREE during your stay (excluding ‘Bring your own tent’ stays)  It’s situated a short walk away in the bottom of the valley on the bank of the River Hodder;  a fantastic way to start your holiday in the Forest of Bowland  – see T&Cs and  Animal Park Open Days

    Address: Chipping, Preston, PR3 2HB

    Website: Luxury Lodges Ribble Valley – Holiday Rentals Lancashire – Bowland Escapes

    Telephone: 01995 61075

    Email: info@bowlandescapes.co.uk

  • Mint People

    Mint People

    Mint is unrivalled and renowned in the hospitality and events sector for having the very best people in its portfolio. Testimony to the fact that hotels, venues and festival organisers return year after year to help them fill the gap in their people requirements. Our experience covers just about all areas of hospitality, back of house as well as front of house staff, including: outdoor events, housekeeping, festival bars, waiting on teams and kitchen brigades.

    We can’t believe we’ve been doing this for over ten years. Since the beginning, we have been supplying highly trained, presentable and bubbly Mint people to the hospitality, events and leisure sectors, in that time we’ve gained a reputation as the North’s most reliable and trusted temporary hospitality and events people partner, working with some of the best venues and events to provide top notch, experienced people.

    Address: Longridge Business Centre Kestor Lane, Preston PR3 3AD

    Website: https://www.mint-people.co.uk/

    Telephone: 0161 850 4495

    Email: craig.jackson@mint-people.co.uk & Jodie.eccles@mint-people.co.uk

  • Flavours cookery school

    Flavours cookery school

    We’re a new cookery school located at Sidings Business Park, in Whalley. From our purpose-built kitchen and dining facilities we host cookery courses and social events centred around healthy, nutritious and balanced home-cooking.

    It is our aim to teach both children and adults about home cooking and healthy eating. Our weekly classes cover all things from baby, toddler, teen and adult cookery courses, to social gatherings; coffee mornings, diet groups and private events & parties.

    To bring out the inner chef in you we have a team of friendly, experienced and knowledgeable professionals who can teach you everything you need to know about healthy cooking.

    Address: Unit 15, The sidings, Whalley, BB7 9SE

    Website: Flavours Cookery School

    Telephone: 01254 823388 / 07855 941934

    Email: carolyn@flavourscookeryschool.co.uk

    Facebook or other social media sites: Flavours cookery school – Facebook
    Flavourswhalley– Instagram

     

  • 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