Overview

The museum stands high on Castle Hill, in the shadow of the Castle Keep, an image which has dominated Clitheroe's skyline for over 800 years. The historic landmark of Clitheroe, in the heart of the Ribble Valley offers a day of exploration for all the family. Our intriguing galleries will take you on a journey through 350 million years of history, heritage and geology of the local area. We have lots of activities for children in the museum - a competition hunt, dressing-up costumes, explorer back-packs (with hat and magnifying glass), craft activities and various interactive displays. Come and enjoy a fun-filled day of exploration and learning.

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“war memorial” (18 reviews)

“ribble valley” (35 reviews)

“fantastic views” (18 reviews)

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Clitheroe Castle Castle Hill, Clitheroe BB7 1BA, England

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alison b

Lancaster, United Kingdom

1211

Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

Well worth a visit

The castle museum is extremely informative regarding the castle’s history and also the local history of Clitheroe and the surrounding areas. Unfortunately, we were pushed for time and would like to return to pay another visit. It wasn’t too busy considering it is the summer...More

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Inzysky

Manchester, United Kingdom

199

Reviewed 1 week ago

Family Trip

Nice Par for kids to play good for walk round the castle Hill and its close to shops and Bar. but nothing big this Clitheroe Castle just on the hillMore

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Thank you for your review. The castle is situated on a small hill in the centre of Clitheroe and is easily accessible from the town centre. Lots of fun of activities for the children - dressing-up clothes, crafts and a competition hunt inside the museum...More

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Geoboy45

Paisley, United Kingdom

208

Reviewed 1 week ago

Great attraction for young families

The castle is a great attraction for young children with treasure hunts in the castle. The castle grounds are extensive with a very good play park and grassy surround for ball games. The cafe/restaurant is very good for tea or coffee and light snacks.

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mikii75

Clitheroe, United Kingdom

53

Reviewed 1 week ago

MagnificentViews of Clitheroe

Wonderful walks round the castle and good refreshments and service in the cafe.interesting to read about the history of the area in the museum.More

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Thank you for posting a review. The castle grounds and keep are free of charge and provide enjoyment for the whole family - play areas and parks, landscaped gardens with quiet areas to sit and relax and amazing views over the whole of the Ribble...More

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Marmarisfan09

Lancaster, Manachester

53

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Family day out

We are so lucky to have this place on our door step. Lovely walk up to the top even for our 3yr old! Interesting museum, that has great staff and a brilliant treasure hunt for the kids! Very well maintained. Cafe is lovely & reasonably...More

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Thank you for your very positive review. We're glad that you enjoyed your visit.

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bikerdave2016

Preston, United Kingdom

5814

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Lancashire Castle

A brilliant walk up with stunning views and enough of the walls and rooms left to envisage what it must have been like in Norman Times to be defending the ground. Interesting museum gift shop and nice cafe.More

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Thank you for posting a review. The castle is situated on a small hill in the centre of Clitheroe and is easily accessible from the town centre. It's a wonderful place for children to enjoy the great outdoors and the museum has lots of child-friendly...More

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Gillybobs1959

Padiham, United Kingdom

14463

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Walking trip

Visited here as this area is good for a walk. Can get an ice cream here. Really enjoyed the walk around the castle and the grounds on a sunny day. Good for families for a walk.

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Thank you for posting a review. Did you find time to visit the museum ? - we have lots of activities for children including dressing-up clothes and a competition hunt.

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Shead83

214

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Nice trip out

Lovely for a walk and great views from the top!! Near town so can be accompanied by a drink and some nice food after a wander roundMore

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Thank you for your review. The castle sits on top of a small hill in the centre of Clitheroe - great views of the surrounding countryside and easily accessible from the town centre. A great day out for the whole family with lots of child-friendly...More

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Michael D

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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

The Museum was really good

The History of Clitheroe over the years, very interactive for children. History of the Pendle Witches.

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Csider65

Heysham, United Kingdom

30288

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Small but interesting

A small but interesting castle and museum. There are great views from the castle walls which make you appreciate how dominant the building is. Museum is worth a look with some unusual artefacts and history. There is also an onsite cafe.

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Labman50

Is it dog friendly?

27 July 2018|

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Dogs can be walked in the castle grounds but cannot go in the cafe.

Shelley R

I am hoping to visit with my Brownie group. we have 24 girls and 6 leaders. I also have a child in a wheelchair. How accessible is the castle and museum for a wheelchair user please?

13 April 2018|

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The Musuem and Atrium cafe is accessible by lift and ramp to both levels ant the terrace. You can drop of and there are some spaces and disabled parking also.

megstermoo

is this on top of the hill? how far to walk?

11 January 2018|

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The castle is on top of a small hill in the town centre - about a 5 minute walk from the main street. It is an attractive walk through landscaped gardens with lots of benches and resting places. We have limited parking up by... More