Clitheroe Castle — Attraction in Ribble Valley

Clitheroe Castle is an absolute gem and a must-visit for anyone in the Ribble Valley area. While it might be one of the smallest keeps in England, it more than makes up for its size with its rich history, engaging museum, and utterly breathtaking views. Stepping into the castle grounds feels like a delightful journey back in time. The museum housed within the grounds is surprisingly comprehensive and incredibly well-presented. It brilliantly tells the story of the castle and the local area, from its geological beginnings right up through various historical periods. The exhibits are interactive, informative, and genuinely captivating for all ages – a perfect blend of education and entertainment. Of course, the iconic castle keep itself is the star of the show. Climbing to the top (which is very accessible) rewards you with truly spectacular panoramic views of Clitheroe town, the surrounding countryside, and the rolling hills of the Ribble Valley. On a clear day, you can see for miles, and it's a fantastic spot for photography or simply soaking in the beauty of Lancashire. The castle grounds are also beautifully maintained, offering a lovely space for a stroll or a picnic. There's a charming cafe and a gift shop too, which are nice additions. What truly makes Clitheroe Castle a 5-star experience is its ability to pack so much historical and natural beauty into such a compact and accessible site. It's perfect for a family outing, a historical enthusiast, or anyone looking for a peaceful yet inspiring few hours. Highly,...

The museum part of the castle is very fun for younger ages with lots of hands-on activities and a one way system. It is free for under 18s and only £5.10 for adults. The staff are very friendly and a gift shop on site too with some toilets.

There is plenty to read about the history of Clitheroe with the museum split into sections.

The castle part of it has an amazing view where you can see the whole of Clitheroe. The castle only has itself to look at with no history and is up some steep steps.

It's not a full day out but if you're with younger ones or like history you'd be there for an hour or so and it is in the centre of Clitheroe so is accessible to an extent. Buggies and wheelchairs may struggle to get up the steep path to...

Visited Clitheroe while in the area and decided to visit the Castle. £5 entry and a very interesting self tour around the various rooms learning the history of both the Castle and the area. Really interesting facts to discover Inc. the Pendle Witch trials….. We followed this by a walk around the site, walls & Gardens. The views were amazing and we made the most of the fantastic weather. Well...