24 hours in Clitheroe

To celebrate Clitheroe hitting the big screen as the backdrop for Greatest Days, a musical focused on four women and their love of superstars Take That, we have pulled together this handy itinerary. 

The market town is famous for its historical streets and the Norman Castle that dominates its skyline. Dating back to the Saxon times, Clitheroe has so much to offer for visitors looking to walk in the footsteps of the stars of the musical.  

Spending 24 hours in Clitheroe provides you with the chance to immerse yourself in the history of the area, enjoy a bit of retail therapy in a breadth of independent shops and treat yourself to some fantastic food and drink.  

Morning  
 

Start your day by taking in the views from Clitheroe Castle & Museum.  

The Museum, located in the former Steward of Clitheroe Castle’s House, shares the story of the town, its landscape and the surrounding area, with special emphasis on why the Ribble Valley is a haven for wildlife.  

Children can visit the museum for free with a fee-paying adult and the museum often has events on throughout the holidays.  

The castle itself provides a fantastic place to see the landscape for yourself too, standing high above the town you can see across the Ribble Valley and over to the majestic Pendle Hill. Within the grounds you can also find the Clitheroe Castle Labyrinth, a children’s play area, skate park, bandstand, bowling green and more.  

Lunch 

After taking in all that history, it will be time for lunch! Nearby, just a minute walk from the castle you’ll find The Emporium, a café housed in an imposing former chapel in the heart of the town. The café offers pizzas, sandwiches and a great selection of mains to choose from. 

Afternoon 
 

An afternoon of culture awaits as you head to Longitude Gallery to explore art from around the UK. Here you will find beautiful pieces of art available to view and buy, with a large selection from local artists, allowing you to take a little Lancashire home with you.  

Each month the Gallery holds a Saturday session where you can hear from an artist about their inspirations and designs and take part in a practical workshop where you can learn about creating art the artists style.  

Once you have explored the art at Longitude Gallery, you can then head to the high street where you will find so many opportunities to shop local.  

From Clitheroe’s famous sausage shop to independent outdoor clothing retailers, the town’s markets and more, there are so many opportunities to support the local retailers. You can also take part in the Greatest Days selfie trail as you walk the historic town too!  

Evening 
 

For evening entertainment, there is no need to go far, head to Holmes Mill – your base for the night! At the Bar & Grill you can enjoy an evening meal choosing from a selection of grills made with the finest ingredients, sourced from across Lancashire and the North West.  

Once your meal has settled, head to the Everyman Cinema to catch the latest blockbuster in complete comfort thanks to their luxury seating. You can also let your competitive streak running at Boiler House Bowling, which is a duck pin bowling alley, making a strike a little harder to achieve but so much fun!  

Overnight 
 

Finally, your hotel awaits at the beautiful Spinning Block right on site. The Spinning Block is located within the oldest part of the complex. This landmark building has been lovingly restored to offer 39 individually designed bedrooms, including family rooms and penthouses, to rest your head.