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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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Natalie C

Lancashire, United Kingdom

124

Reviewed 5 days ago

Great views

My family and I have been to the castle several times. There are different things going on there all the time and suited to all ages. The views from the castle are wonderful and in the summer it is a beautiful spot to have a...More

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Teresa D

Darwen, England, United Kingdom

52

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

The best views in town

Its certainly not the biggest castle or the best preserved, but the views are unbeatable. The castle grounds are well maintained, there are two options to get up to the top and once you get there...only a few mins. walk the views over towards Pendle...More

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daddytommy

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

409152

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Great castle with good local museum

This is a great castle. The keep is well preserved and there are good views of the town and surrounding countryside. Nice cafe by museum. Well worth a visit

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Morhaf A

Manchester, United Kingdom

11866

Reviewed 3 weeks 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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Thank you for your review. We have something for all ages here at Clitheroe Castle with lots of fun activities to keep the children happy.

Richard A

Tweed Heads, Australia

532251

Reviewed 4 weeks 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

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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

2610

Reviewed 4 weeks 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

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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

31

Reviewed 4 weeks 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

134

Reviewed 4 weeks 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

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

Richard S

487111

Reviewed 30 September 2018

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

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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

23887

Reviewed 30 September 2018

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

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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

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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