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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...more

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Clitheroe Castle Castle Hill, Clitheroe BB7 1BA, England

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Morhaf A

Manchester, United Kingdom

11566

Reviewed 2 days ago

Very Interesting

The history and the castle site and content are very Interesting for all ages children’s to adult lots to do and see

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Richard A

Tweed Heads, Australia

529246

Reviewed 6 days ago

Interesting and enjoyable visit

The weather was very poor when I visited Clitheroe Castle. Low cloud and drizzle were the order of the day. What a pity to have missed the magnificent views that are provided from the castle keep. Visits to the grounds and keep are free of...More

Thank Richard A

Thank you for your comments. It's a shame that the weather was not good when you visited. The views from the castle keep are amazing. We hope to see you back on a sunny day.

huskyman575

Skipton, United Kingdom

2510

Reviewed 6 days ago

Lack of military history

The recent visit to Clitrheroe Castle was very interesting but there is a definite lack of information regarding the military history of this ancient castle.More

Thank huskyman575

Thank you for your review. I'm sorry that you did not find enough information about the military history of the castle. The documented historical information that we have is quite limited and the information which we provide inside the museum (via the video clip) is...More

Joanne J

Blackburn, United Kingdom

3

Reviewed 1 week ago

Group Visit

We visited as a group of 15 Brownies and 5 Leaders, Wet Day but decided to walk up to the museum anyway. The staff were very helpful and friendly. We had let them know we where coming so they were expecting and had everything prepared...More

Thank Joanne J

Thank you for posting a review. It's a shame you had such a wet day for your visit but, as you say, there is plenty to keep you occupied inside the museum. I'll pass on your thanks to the café staff.

tiggiwinkle

uk

133

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Excels expectations

I brought family friends to Clitheroe for a mooch and as it was such a clear bright autumn day we decided to make the effort and climb the hill to the castle. What beautiful views of Pendle Hill and the Ribble Valley! There is also...More

Thank tiggiwinkle

Thank you for posting a review. We are glad that you enjoyed your visit and enjoyed your breakfast.

Richard S

478107

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Extensive views .

The castle is surrounded by 16 acres of parkland and it is worth the walk up the hill for the view. The Stewards House has been turned into a museum.More

Thank Richard S

Thank you for posting a review. The castle is situated just a short walk up from the town centre and visitors have free access to the grounds and keep where there are amazing views over the Ribble Valley. The museum (charges apply) has lots of...More

dav3com

Staines, United Kingdom

23784

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Fantastic views

A small but great castle, there are some steps to reach it but once there the views are fantastic. There is a museum to visit and a tea room where you can have cake or lunch. Not too much else to say but it is...More

Thank dav3com

Thank you for posting a review. Free access to the castle grounds and keep where children can let of steam in the various play areas and adults can enjoy the wonderful views across the Ribble Valley. We are situated just a short walk up from...More

Chris M

Clitheroe, United Kingdom

1422

Reviewed 15 September 2018

Great views

Smallest Norman keep in England. Not much to see at the castle but the views are breathtaking. Museum at the side is worth a visit and often has things going onMore

Thank Chris M

Thank you for posting a review. Clitheroe Castle is a great day out for all the family with lots to do both inside and outdoors. There are various play areas in the grounds as well as landscaped gardens and amazing views from the castle keep....More

anubisdoggod

Lancaster District, United Kingdom

3

Reviewed 5 September 2018

A very early 11th Centuary Mot and Bailey Castle originaly Wooden Stockade on top,now Stone and mutch extended,it would

A Few Steps but WHAT A VIEW)omg.There is mutch speculation as to the massive hole in one side of the Keep,Cronwells Cannon were fireing from adjasent hill.More

Thank anubisdoggod

Thank you for your review. As you say, the views from the keep are amazing and it is just a short walk up from Clitheroe town centre. There are various legends surrounding the massive hole in the wall of the castle keep - the museum...More

williamskdn

Pontypridd, United Kingdom

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Reviewed 1 September 2018 via mobile

Great castle

This is a great castle ruin. With a great museum. The views from the top of the museum. The climb to it is a bit steep but worth it.

1 Thank williamskdn

Thank you for your review. The castle sits on a small hill in the centre of Clitheroe and provides amazing views over the whole of the Ribble Valley and across to Pendle Hill. The grounds, gardens and keep are free of charge.

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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.

ShelleyR578

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