Clitheroe

File:Clitheroe banner Castle gardens - Castle gardens Clitheroe is an attractive market town in the Ribble Valley in East Lancashire, which claims to be at the geographic heart of England. It lies to the south of the Forest of Bowland and is the ideal staging post for visiting that area, known as 'Lancashire's hidden gem'.

It is well known for its Norman castle, dating back over 800 years and for great food and shops.

How to travel to Clitheroe

Clitheroe Interchange GPS 53.873889,-2.394167 has hourly trains daily from Manchester Victoria (75 mins) via Salford, Bolton, Blackburn and Whalley.

Prestonbus 25 runs every couple of hours Monday to Saturdayt from Blackburn via Mellor and Whalley. Bus 280 runs from Preston hourly Monday to Saturdayt via Whalley to Clitheroe, with alternate services continuing to Gisburn, Barnoldswick and Skipton.

Get Around

There are bus connections with Bolton|Bolton, Blackburn, Accrington, Skipton, Ribchester and local villages.

What to See

The Pendle Witches |It sounds medieval, but belief in witches, and legal or church persecutions, were uncommon in Britain until the 16th century. Then the belief system grew, witchcraft was made a capital crime, and people started seeing them everywhere. In 1612 eleven people living around Pendle Hill were tried for witchcraft: eight women and two men were found guilty and hanged, one woman was acquitted. Others such as the "Samlesbury Witches" were tried about the same time, an unusual spate of cases.

One factor was widespread recusancy (reverting to Catholicism) and other religious non-conformity in this area, so the authorities were already suspicious of secret conclaves and determined to hunt down unorthodoxy. Another was that the accused seemed to believe in or wished to exaggerate their own supernatural powers. Six of them came from the Demdike and the Chattox families, who were rival folk-healers quick to accuse the other. It had all started when Alizon Device asked a pedlar for metal pins, often used for divination, healing, and hocus-pocus; he refused. As he walked away he fell to the ground. He was able to get back up and hobble on his way, yet within a day or so, Alizon was stating (without being put under pressure) that the Devil had lamed the pedlar at her request. Soon the elderly Demdike and Chattox matriarchs were yarning away in court about their alliances with Old Nick.

There were attempts in 1998 and in 2008 to obtain judicial pardons for the witches, but their convictions stand.

• Clitheroe Castle Castle Street BB7 1BA 53.870167, -2.393029 ☎ +44 1200 424568 Opening Hours: Mar daily 12:00-16:00, April - Oct daily 11:00-18:00, November - Feb F-Tu 12:00-16:00 Adult £4.40 Clitheroe Castle - Clitheroe Castle Held by the Royalists in the Civil War, this castle was one of many that the Parliamentarians ordered to be "slighted" ie partly demolished - but it was already so bashed about that they hardly bothered doing so. What's left of it is a small Norman keep with curtain wall balancing on a 35-metre outcrop of limestone coral. It's surrounded by pleasant gardens and a park.

• Browsholme Hall - Clitheroe Road 53.901620, -2.483536 +44 1254 827166 Opening Hours: West only May - 9 Oct 2019, plus Monday 27 May & 26 Aug, 11:30-16:00 Adult £10 - Browsholme Hall - - 829290 - Browsholme Hall . Ancestral home of the Parker Family, who have lived here since it was built in 1507. The Tithe Barn is used for events such as weddings.

• Sawley Abbey Sawley BB7 4NH 53.914225, -2.339855 off A59 four miles NE of Clitheroe - Opening Hours: Daily April - Oct 10:00-17:00, November - Mar 10:00-16:00 Free Sawley Abbey Salley Abbey - - 1736378 . The remains of a Cistercian abbey founded in 1148, set on the banks of the Ribble against the Bowland hills.

• Whalley Abbey The Sands, Whalley BB7 9SS 53.820348, -2.409029 ☎ +44 1254 828400 Opening Hours: Garden open daily Whalley Abbey - Whalley Abbey - - 1923754 - A631088 . A 14th century Cistercian Abbey on the banks of the Calder; it was ruined at the Dissolution and the abbott hanged for his part in the "Pilgrimage of Grace" uprising. The abbey was demolished and its stone recycled into a house, so there are limited remains, which you can see from the garden. The monk's dormitory has become an RC church, English Martyrs, still in use. The rest is now owned by the Anglican Diocese of Blackburn and the house is a spiritual retreat, offering residential programms. "SuperWhalleyAlbanAbbots, Solas-are-the-focus" is the zingy title of one upcoming event.

• Pendle Hill 53.869, -2.3 Pendle Hill Pendle hill . This hill is 557 metres (1,827 ft) high, but looks bigger as it looms up in isolation from lower country. (The name Pen means hill as does the "dle" element, so like Breedon Hill in Leicester, its full meaning is "hill hill hill.") It's a detached part of Forest of Bowland AONB. Its claims to fame are i) the Pendle Witches - the Demdike and Chattox families lived hereabouts in the early 17th C; ii) the "Moses" moment for Quakers, where in 1652 George Fox had his vision to propagate his Quaker beliefs, and iii) Richard Towneley's barometer measurements on the hill in 1661 showed the relationship between gas pressure and volume which we call Boyle's Law. The hill is gritstone overlying limestone, so it's sparse moor heath on top. The usual ascent is the steepest, from the lane above Barley village (east) then straight up the scarp. In Aug 2012 some 483 people dressed as witches climbed the hill to mark the 400th anniversary of the witch trials.

• Stonyhurst College 53.8469, -2.47207 Opening Hours: Occasional open days, 2019 programme not yet available Stonyhurst College Stonyhurst college . Roman Catholic independent school, established by the Jesuits on the continent in 1593, and relocating to England once it was safe to do so in 1794. Those who were here include Gerald Manley Hopkins, Arthur Conan Doyle and JRR Tolkien - and college and the adjacent moors can be clearly traced in their works. The grand building, mostly 1880s, can be visited on open days.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Clitheroe

• Wander through the main streets and experience a typical northern English market town, especially on market days. There has been a market in Clitheroe since Norman times. The market is open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, with a Flea market on Fridays.

• Platform Gallery at the train station - an excellent craft gallery.

• Ribble Valley Sculpture Trail This includes over 20 interesting sculptures, plus interpretation boards about the area and its wildlife. The trail travels through Brungerley Park and Cross Hill Quarry, combining river and woodland walking with good views and wildlife in the nature reserve managed by the Lancashire Wildlife Trust. Starts less than a mile from Clitheroe town centre, heading north towards Waddington.

Shopping in Clitheroe

Clitheroe is well served by specialist shop, and an award-winning off-licence, D. Byrne & Co, on King Street. It also has an excellent Booths Supermarket - an institution in Lancashire.

Halal Restaurants

Please be informed that on some destination such as Clitheroe we had no local Muslim/a that has researched some of the area. If you are a Muslim/a and have been to Clitheroe or would like to maintain the eHalal Guide to Clitheroe, please contact us at guides@ehalal.io or email us your updates.

A good choice of cafes and restaurants throughout the town.

• Three Fishes Mitton Road, Whalley, BB7 9PQ 53.846679, -2.435789 ☎ +44 1254 826888 Opening Hours: Daily 12:00-23:00 An award-winning pub restaurant serving Real Fruit Juices and Real Food.

Plenty of characterful inns and public houses in town.

• White Lion pub at 11 Market Place also has rooms.
• Maxwells cafe and bar next to the station is open Monday - West 09:00-17:00, Thursday - Saturday 09:00-00:00, Sunday 10:00-10:30.
• The Dog at 1-3 Wellgate (open Thursday - Sunday) has music and live sport.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Clitheroe

Clitheroe - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Clitheroe, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Clitheroe. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Clitheroe and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Clitheroe. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Clitheroe. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Clitheroe: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Clitheroe.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Clitheroe: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Clitheroe, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Clitheroe.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Clitheroe, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Clitheroe, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Clitheroe and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Clitheroe, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Clitheroe, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Clitheroe without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Clitheroe is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Clitheroe.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Clitheroe is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Swan & Royal Hotel 26 Castle St, Clitheroe BB7 2BX ☎ +44 1200 423130 Bed & Breakfast double £70 . Comfy central 2-star with café.
• Rose & Crown Hotel - 21 Castle St, Clitheroe BB7 2BT ☎ +44 1200 442848 Bed & Breakfast double £75 . Central 2-star with rooms en suite.

More Muslim friendly Destinations from Clitheroe

• The Forest of Bowland is a beautiful yet little-visited unknown area of Britain.
• Blackburn and Nelson (England) | Nelson for their history of the textile era.

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