The Great House Barn
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Great House Barn is jestled in the picturesque countryside, this historic venue offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. The barn has been beautifully restored, retaining its original features while incorporating contemporary touches. The exposed wooden beams, stone walls, and high ceilings create a charming and cozy ambiance that is perfect for any occasion. There's also parking facilities, making it convenient for visitors. One of the highlights is its idyllic location. Surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, it's a great place to start or end your walk within the area. Overall Experience: Very nice breakfast. Staff were excellent with timely service. Can get busy but turn around is good. Lovely places to have a walk before or afterwards. Definitely recommend.
CM HoseinCM Hosein
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A lovely old building that houses a cafe/restaurant and ice cream parlour. Seating inside and out. Around 10 flavours of ice cream to choose from. Friendly staff, toilets available and a free to use medium sized carpark, that can get very busy. Getting there early is recommended. The centre is situated next to the Rivington countryside ranger station that sells art and craft items and also next to a Go Ape centre. The tea rooms and shop is surrounded by beautiful woodland and near to the large Rivington Reservoirs and River Douglas source. Lovely place for long walks to take in all the beauty the area has to offer. Great place for solo, couples, families, etc.
Mike FlahertyMike Flaherty
10
Visited today for lunch after walking to the Pike and around the Japanese Gardens. Sat outside (bit chilly bit without coats we were happy). Lovely menu options and reasonable prices. The staff were as friendly as always - you're always met with a smile and pleasant conversation. We ordered a pot of tea, a flat white, a chicken salad sandwich with a mug of soup and sweetcorn fritters with salmon. It was delicious and the portions are a good size. Lovely place and we will continue to return.
Carla DeightonCarla Deighton
10
Had a walk and explore round Rivington with friend and her dog , called for lunch here , dogs very welcome, water bowls dotted around , good choice of food to choose from and not bad priced too, we decided to sit outside as weather quite pleasant , I enjoyed a beer braised beef roll with salad , Slaw and crisps , friend had the cajun chicken salad , had a coke to finish off , both meals were really good and just right size , staff friendly and welcoming , will be back in near future
Mary MeadowsMary Meadows
10
A return visit to the lower barn cafe. A busy spot where on occasions parking can be difficult but today was fine. There is seating inside and out however we chose to sit inside. Plenty of seating available and a good menu. The menu changes and there is always a specials board. The food is very good and served quickly. Toilets are in the next building and inside there is a small shop selling local goods. Some beautiful walks on n the area so a good spot to start and end.
Angela WilliamsAngela Williams
10
Life may be a bit pants at the moment but it is really life-affirming to take a walk through the woods and end up at the lower barn for a decaffeinated vanilla latte. Exceptional customer service from Alex on the take-away counter really added to the experience. Then a robin redbreast joined us for a bite of Dad’s blueberry muffin 👍🤓 17 July 2024 Update Life is much. The decaf oat milk latte with a shot of vanilla, the service, are all still 5 star. Nikki Wordsmith 😎
Nikki SmithNikki Smith
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Nearby Attractions Of The Great House Barn
Rivington Terraced Gardens
Liverpool Castle
Upper Rivington Reservoir

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Upper Rivington Reservoir
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Nearby Restaurants Of The Great House Barn
Village Green Tea Room Rivington
Café at Spring Cottage

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Basic Info
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Great House Barn, Bolton BL6 7SB, United Kingdom
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+44 1204 697738
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Website
rivingtonhallbarn.co.uk
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4.5
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cultural
family friendly
Description
Great House Barn is a 16th-century barn and Listed building in Rivington, Lancashire, England. Built as a tithe barn it is believed to be one of the oldest of its type in the county and is a Grade II listed building.
attractions: Rivington Terraced Gardens, Liverpool Castle, Upper Rivington Reservoir, restaurants: Village Green Tea Room Rivington, Café at Spring Cottage
