The Ribble Valley is one of the best kept secrets in Lancashire. It’s an area of outstanding natural beauty which is home to many of the North West’s most incredible landscapes. If you love the great outdoors there’s plenty to do and see plus some excellent attractions to enjoy. The Ribble Valley is the perfect place to go for a holiday any time of the year. If you have never been to the Ribble Valley there are plenty of reasons to visit. One reason for visiting( if you play golf ) is the amount of quality golf courses in the area. There are a number of clubs set within a couple of miles of one another that make the Ribble Valley the perfect place to go fora golf break. The courses are among the most panoramic in Lancashire and give a distinctive challenge and experience. Of course not everyone isa golf player and there are lots of other ways to spend your time in the Ribble Valley. You can find hundreds of miles of walkways and footways for you to explore and the Ribble Way is a favorite with ramblers. You may enjoy some or all of its 70 mile length that includes moorland, limestone gorges and tidal wetlands. If you want a more relaxing break you can still find plenty of activities to enjoy. Shopping in the boutique stores of Whalley and Clitheroe is a terrific way to pass the day. Throughout the valley you will also discover several dining places specialising in delicious Lancashire cuisine. A few of the attractions you can visit include Clitheroe castle, the Bowland Wild Boar Park and the Ribchester Roman Museum which is built on the site of an ancient Roman township. The Ribble Valley is an area rich in history and natural beauty and it is the ideal place fora trip. There’s a wide choice of accommodation available ranging from comfortable B &B’s and guesthouses to modern hotels.

One of the best hotels in the Ribble Valley is The Avenue Hotel.