Eating Out
The Ribble Valley boasts an amazing variety of places to eat from Michelin starred restaurants with world famous chefs like Lisa Goodwin-Allen, to delightful quaint cafes like Puddleducks Tea Room.
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The 3 Millstones Inn
Type: Restaurant | Where: Near to Clitheroe
Family-run by husband and wife team Lauren (Front of House) and Matthew (Head Chef), The 3 Millstones is a small but perfectly formed restaurant which offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere that will make you feel right at home.
Website: http://www.3millstones.com/
The Ale House
Type: Pub | Where: In Clitheroe
An independent micro pub offers the very best in great craft, cask and keg beers and live entertainment, as well as helping to restore the heart and soul back into our towns and cities.
Website: http://www.thealehouseclitheroe.co.uk/index.html
The Apricot Meringue
Type: Café | Where: In Clitheroe
If you're looking for a renowned cafe in Clitheroe with excellent service, a friendly welcome and a variety of homemade food, then look no further than Apricot Meringue. We are centrally located and close to both the railway station and the travel interchange.
Website: http://www.apricotmeringue.co.uk/
The Aspinall Arms
Type: Pub | Where: Within 5 miles
The Aspinall Arms is found right in the heart of the Ribble Valley, and sits on the banks of the river overlooking the medieval All Hallows church and the 14th century Great Mitton Hall on the raised bluff opposite.
Website: http://www.brunningandprice.co.uk/aspinallarms/
The Authentic Asian Street Food Stall
Type: Asian | Where: In Clitheroe
Authentic Asian street food brought to you by Clitheroe kid Tahir and his wife Samina. Always fresh, always homemade - come and give us a try at our new stall on Clitheroe Market.
Also available for external catering at your special occasion.
Bawdlands Chippy
Type: Take-Away | Where: In Clitheroe
Here at our family run business we use Palm oil to fry the chips & finest dripping to deep fry our Icelandic sourced Fish. We also peel and cut our own chips on the premises.
Website: https://en-gb.facebook.com/bawdlandschippy/
The Beer Shack
Type: Bar | Where: In Clitheroe
The Beer Shack is a craft beer bar in the centre of Clitheroe, serving exceptional beers from the local area and renowned breweries around the world. Visit us today to enjoy great beer in a friendly and welcoming environment. Great outside beer garden.
Website: https://www.thebeershack.uk/
Benedicts of Whalley
Type: Café | Where: Near to Clitheroe
Benedicts has become the perfect place to meet up with friends or dine alone in warm comfort amongst new friends. A continental style cafe bar that in year one was awarded a national accolade for its coffee with the judges comments that it was unprecedented for a new business to win this award.
Website: http://www.benedictsofwhalley.co.uk/
Bengal Masala
Type: Take-Away | Where: In Clitheroe
Bengal Masala are a authentic Indian and Bangladeshi take away. The owner Raj has been in take away business for 25 years. The authentic menu by Bengal Masala is specially prepared by Raj and his head chef to ensure
the best menu using authentic recipe is prepared by us.
Blueberries
Type: Café | Where: In Clitheroe
Nestled on the edge of Clitheroe Market, Blueberries is not your typical market greasy spoon. It’s light, bright, airy and homely with simply wall-art pieces bringing out the purple theme to match the name.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Blueberries-CafeOn-The-Market/202068109877246
Bolton by Bowland Tea Rooms
Type: Café | Where: Near to Clitheroe
A lovely little tea room with home made cakes to die for. This is a small tea room set in the little village of Bolton by Bowland, the setting is old worldly and well worth a visit.
Website: https://en-gb.facebook.com/Bolton-by-Bowland-Tea-Rooms-Shop-767610113296140/
Brioche
Type: Café | Where: In Clitheroe
Brioche is a licensed cafe bar in the heart of Clitheroe, offering eat-in and takeaway food and drink. Sometimes open for special evenings with food and music.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/briochecafebar
Brizola Bar and Grill
Type: Restaurant | Where: In Clitheroe
For those who are looking for a unique dining experience in Clitheroe, offering sublime Greek food at affordable prices. We love food, lots of different food, just like you.
Website: http://www.brizolabarandgrill.co.uk/
The Brown Cow - Chatburn
Type: Pub | Where: Near to Clitheroe
We are a traditional country pub and restaurant, located in the beautiful Ribble Valley.We are open all day - every day. We serve excellent quality; freshly prepared and locally sourced meals.
Website: https://en-gb.facebook.com/pages/Brown-Cow-Chatburn/292470624202579
The Buck Country Pub
Type: Pub | Where: Within 10 miles
The Buck Country Pub is nestled in the Green Pastures of Lancashire hidden amongst acres of the most outstanding natural beauty in the Ribble Valley.
Website: https://www.buckcountrypubpaythorne.co.uk/
The Buck Inn
Type: Pub | Where: In Clitheroe
Built in 1906 and kept up-to-date with an open plan bar area and pool table. Beer garden at the rear. An occasional Thwaites special is offered.
Website: https://en-gb.facebook.com/Buck-Inn-413139958729934/
The Calf's Head
Type: Pub | Where: Near to Clitheroe
Nestled at the foot of Pendle Hill, the Calf’s Head is a Country House Hotel, Restaurant and Watering Hole with eleven quality en-suite bedrooms and stunning views across the countryside including Pendle Hill.
Website: http://www.calfshead.com/
Castle Chippy
Type: Take-Away | Where: In Clitheroe
A good value chippy with a very extensive menu, and friendly staff! Excellent batter and banter! On Moor lane just as you drive up into the town. What more can you ask for?
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Castle-Chippy-Clitheroe/264859493599505
Coach & Horses
Type: Pub | Where: Within 10 miles
Welcome to the Coach & Horses in Bolton by Bowland. Set in the heart of our Area of Natural Beauty we offer luxury boutique accomodation and fine dining.
Website: https://www.coachandhorsesribblevalley.com/
Colborne House Cafe / Swales
Type: Café | Where: In Clitheroe
In the heart of Clitheroe, a long established, inexpensive cafe were people go back time after time. The pie and peas are really good, the cakes are outstanding, they also do sandwiches and salads.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Swales-Cafe/532388193470175?nr
Dil Raj Restaurant
Type: Asian | Where: In Clitheroe
We are proud to bring you excellent Indian & Bangladeshi cuisine at reasonable prices. The Dil Raj restaurant is fully licensed and has an open kitchen so you can see your food being prepared.
Website: http://www.dilrajrestaurant.co.uk/
The Dog Inn
Type: Pub | Where: Near to Clitheroe
The pub has a warm and inviting ambience and excellent homemade food is available every lunch time between 12pm - 2pm. Our homemade dishes change on a daily basis.
Website: http://www.dog-innwhalley.co.uk/index.html
The Eagle at Barrow
Type: Brasserie | Where: Within 5 miles
The place where you can relax and dine out in a welcoming, comfortable and informal atmosphere. Enjoy traditional ales and good food in the bar & brasserie, perfect to meet with friends or celebrate that special occasion.
Website: https://theeagleatbarrow.co.uk/
Edisford Bridge Hotel
Type: Pub | Where: In Clitheroe
Traditional country pub serving fresh homemade food & cask ales 7 days a week. Close to the banks of the River Ribble in the heart of the Ribble Valley.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Edisford-Bridge-Hotel-656070224523197
The Emporium
Type: Brasserie | Where: In Clitheroe
Half coffee shop, wine bar and brasserie; half interior design superstore. The Emporium is genuinely unlike anywhere you have seen or been before and its Parisian Grand Cafe style appeals to everyone.
Website: http://www.theemporiumclitheroe.co.uk
Escape Coffee & Cocktails / Esc CC
Type: Bar | Where: In Clitheroe
Sit back, unwind and escape the stresses of every day life. Enjoy an award winning cup of delicious coffee or delicate loose leaf tea and relax in the loving, industrial atmosphere. Relax with a delectable hand crafted cocktail or try one of our more unique beers and ciders.
Website: https://www.escapecoffeeandcocktails.co.uk/
Exchange Coffee Company
Type: Café | Where: In Clitheroe
We are coffee roasters and tea merchants based in Lancashire and Yorkshire, in the North West of England. We feel that the secret of great coffee is its freshness! We hand roast in small batches with great care, quite often to order.
Website: https://www.exchangecoffee.co.uk/places/clitheroe_shop
F1 Osteria & Pizzeria / Francesco's
Type: Take-Away | Where: In Clitheroe
As a Neapolitan chef with more than 15 years experience, I take pride in my traditional Italian food. Pizza, pasta, wine and much more!
Website: http://francescos.co.uk/
Foxfields Hotel Restaurant
Type: Restaurant | Where: Within 10 miles
The Foxfields Restaurant is renowned in the local area, serving a delicious fresh menu and using only the best in local ingredients. But we don't believe in resting on our laurels and are constantly working on new recipes and dishes to do even better to delight and surprise our new and regular diners.
Website: http://foxfieldshotel.com/Dining
Freemasons Arms
Type: Pub | Where: Within 10 miles
Welcome to Freemasons at Wiswell, where fabulous food is served in an elegant and relaxed rural setting. The inn is located in the 'chocolate box' village of Wiswell, near Clitheroe, in the picturesque Ribble Valley.
Website: http://www.freemasonsatwiswell.com/
The Green Jersey
Type: Café | Where: In Clitheroe
The Green Jersey Cafe is at the heart of our community. It’s a great place to meet up with fellow cyclists for a brew and a chat, whether you’ve ridden round the world or round the corner!
Website: http://thegreenjersey.co.uk/
Greendale View Kitchen
Type: Restaurant | Where: Near to Clitheroe
Very much a family affair, Greendale View Kitchen on Chatburn Road, Downham, has re-opened with stylish new interiors, wonderful views and a mouth-watering ‘all day’ menu of home cooked fare.
Website: http://www.greendaleview.co.uk/
Higher Buck
Type: Pub | Where: Near to Clitheroe
Boasting a traditional informal pub atmosphere with some modern tasteful touches, the inn now offers excellent food and seven beautifully appointed and individually furnished bedrooms. Whether you just want a drink, a snack or a great meal, you can be sure you'll get a hearty welcome.
Website: http://www.higherbuck.com/
Holmes Mill
Type: Brasserie | Where: In Clitheroe
Based in the heart of Clitheroe, Holmes Mill is a unique celebration of food, drink and leisure. Featuring a beer hall, hotel, spa, food hall and much more, this former textiles mill is the perfect place to indulge, unwind and explore.
Website: http://www.holmesmill.co.uk/Jungle
Type: Café | Where: In Clitheroe
Jungle is a fantastic little cafe and bar in the centre of Clitheroe. The food is of a very high standard and the service excellent. Cocktails in the evening are fabulous and Ramzan and all the staff make everyone feel so welcome.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063491953429
Ling Hu
Type: Take-Away | Where: In Clitheroe
Ling Hu Sandwich Takeaway specialises in Sandwich takeaway food, serving a wide range of dishes. Situated on Chatburn Road close to the town centre.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ling-Hu/150983868317225
The Lower Buck Inn
Type: Pub | Where: Near to Clitheroe
The Lower Buck is a traditional English pub with fine ales, snug rooms and log fires when the weather's cold. The family have a group of chefs, restaurateurs, and designers who collectively believe in delivering wonderful service and hospitality. The Lower Buck offers something truly unique for locals and visitors.
Website: http://thelowerbuck.com/
Mansell's Coffee Shop
Type: Café | Where: In Clitheroe
Mansell's Coffee Shop is a busy welcoming coffee shop serving lovely freshly prepared lunches using good quality local produce. We also offer sumptuous homemade cakes and pastries made using free-range local eggs.
Website: https://en-gb.facebook.com/mansellscoffeeshop/
Maxwell's Cafe Bar
Type: Bar | Where: In Clitheroe
Located in the centre of town this contemporary, welcoming café bar offers the ideal setting for breakfast, a relaxed lunch with friends or a quick coffee on the go. By night we offer a range of evening meals complemented by a variety of beers, fine wines, siprits and cocktails in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Website: http://www.maxwellscafebar.co.uk/
Mitton Hall Brasserie
Type: Brasserie | Where: Within 5 miles
Luxurious but never pretentious. Beauty without intimidation. The food and drink experience at Mitton Hall is completely unique. Freshly sourced ingredients prepared with panache, decedent afternoon teas, the finest cocktails mixed with flair.
Website: http://www.mittonhallhotel.co.uk/
Northcote Restaurant
Type: Restaurant | Where: Within 10 miles
An oasis of Food and Wine Excellence, with genuine service and hospitality. Northcote's Michelin-starred restaurant is elegant, stylish and sophisticated with views of the garden and distant hills of the beautiful Ribble Valley.
Website: https://www.northcote.com/
The Parkers Arms
Type: Pub | Where: Within 10 miles
The Parkers offers regional and classic food using the finest local produce and as always with a lighter modern touch in our very own special way, an eclectic selected wine list, real ales and ensuite rooms with views.
Website: http://www.parkersarms.co.uk/
The Pavilion Coffeehouse (Shackletons)
Type: Café | Where: Near to Clitheroe
Pavilion Coffee House & Brasserie at Shackletons Home & Garden centre is on the way to Chatburn. Relax for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea. If you're looking for a special venue for a special occasion, look no further than Pavilion.
Website: https://www.shackletonslifestyle.co.uk/our-store-pavilion
PuddleDucks Tearoom
Type: Café | Where: Within 10 miles
Situated in Dunsop Bridge, just about 10 miles from Clitheroe. All our food is homemade, and locally sourced. We’re proud supporters of British produce, so take the time to source our ingredients from the surrounding areas.
Website: http://www.puddleduckscafe.co.uk/
Old School Rooms
Type: Pub | Where: In Clitheroe
The OSR is a multi purpose venue for all occasions. Enjoy a game of darts or the full size snooker table. There's a fantastic 11ft big screen that shows all of the major sporting events - Sky or BT. They also have a fantastic function room that can be hired for all occasions, day or night. Call in to ask about party packages for your event.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/oldschoolrooms
The Red Pump Inn
Type: Restaurant | Where: Within 10 miles
If you’re looking for the best steak in the region then book a table with us. We are the only eatery outside London to serve beef supplied by the revered Ginger Pig of London. Native Longhorn, Shorthorn and Galloway cattle mature slowly, developing a wonderful flavour as they graze on a natural diet of grass and hay.
Website: http://www.theredpumpinn.co.uk/
Ribble Tandoori Takeaway
Type: Take-Away | Where: In Clitheroe
Using only the finest ingredients available you will be amazed by the quality of the Bangladeshi and Indian cusine. What makes Ribble Tandoori Indian Takeaway so tempting? Open plan kitchen - family run business - award winning chefs - outside catering services - competitive prices and low-cost delivery.
Website: http://www.ribbletandoori.co.uk/
The Rose and Crown Hotel
Type: Pub | Where: In Clitheroe
The Rose and Crown Hotel in Clitheroe offers a wide selection of beers and drinks with delicious home cooked food guaranteed to make the whole family happy. Live music most weekends and a venue for the Jazz Festival in May.
Website: http://www.theroseandcrownhotelclitheroe.com/
The Shireburn Arms
Type: Pub | Where: In Clitheroe
Our restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a special meal with friends and family. Rules and fussiness are kept to a minimum; our aim is to provide a relaxed and informal eating and drinking experience. We’d like to think that our service is friendly and attentive and in no way obtrusive, the perfect mix in our opinion!
Website: http://www.shireburnarmshotel.co.uk/
Spinning Block Hotel & Bistro
Type: Restaurant | Where: In Clitheroe
The hotel at Holmes Mill offers great value accommodation to the heart of Clitheroe with our new 38-bedroomed hotel. Built within the 1823 Spinning Block building, this stunning development brings together traditional charm with modern industrial chic. And it’s the perfect base to explore the Ribble Valley and beyond.
Website: http://www.holmesmill.co.uk/hotel/
Stanley House Hotel & Spa
Type: Restaurant | Where: Within 10 miles
Stanley House is a stunning, award winning boutique, country hotel, set in 54 acres of Ribble Valley countryside in Mellor, Lancashire.
With 30 first-class bedrooms, the stylish Grill on the Hill restaurant, the hugely popular Mr Fred's bar and lounge and a world-class spa, Stanley House is truly a hotel like no other.
Website: https://www.stanleyhouse.co.uk/
The Swan and Royal
Type: Pub | Where: In Clitheroe
Set in the centre of the main street of the historic market town of Clitheroe, the Swan and Royal in a former coaching inn dating back to the 1830s. Lively at the weekends and offers quality accommodation at reasonable prices. Famous as the meeting place for the developers of the jet engine in 1942.
Website: http://www.swanandroyal.co.uk
Swan With Two Necks
Type: Pub | Where: Within 5 miles
Our menu is varied and home-cooked, ranging from the traditional to the more contemporary palate. As well as the obligatory Sunday roast and homemade pies, we include seasonal game, and other less usual options among our chef’s specials.
Website: https://www.swanwithtwonecks.co.uk/
Taste of India
Type: Asian | Where: In Clitheroe
Clitheroe’s Taste of India has been serving delicious, freshly prepared asian food to the Ribble Valley for over 15 years. In that time, our reputation for quality, fair prices and reliable delivery have helped us to build a very strong regular customer base.
Website: https://tasteofindiaclitheroe.wordpress.com/
Toms Table
Type: Restaurant | Where: In Clitheroe
Toms Table, a new French-inspired bistro off Lowergate in Clitheroe, opened in the midst of the Covid pandemic in July 2020. The eponymous Head Chef Tom Drinkall hails from a local farming family and has returned to his Clitheroe roots after working in top kitchens around the world.
Website: https://tomstable.co.uk/
Vista Cielo
Type: Restaurant | Where: In Clitheroe
Get your taste buds tingling and satisfy your appetite. Located in the heart of Clitheroe town centre bringing you the real Mediterranean dishes from experienced chefs.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Vistacielo20/
The Waddington Arms
Type: Pub | Where: Within 5 miles
A superb menu, featuring many local rural specialities, is complimented by an ever-changing specials board. There is also a light bites menu, or for those of an altogether healthier disposition. Using local produce wherever possible, you can be assured of wholesome meals freshly prepared to order.
Website: http://www.waddingtonarms.co.uk/
The White Swan at Fence
Type: Restaurant | Where: Within 10 miles
Chef Tom Parker is rapidly gaining a deserved reputation for outstanding food. Awards include a Michelin Star and 2 AA rosettes whilst The Good Pub Guide and Casque Mark also recognise the quality of real ale that is being served.
Website: https://www.whiteswanatfence.co.uk/