The Ribble Valley is among Lancashire’s most incredible locations. It is now formally an area of outstanding natural beauty with something to offer everyone. It’s a wonderful destination for all lovers of the country side with some amazing walks for ramblers and hikers along with tourist attractions that everyone can enjoy. It’s the ideal spot to relax and unwind and the perfect destination fora weekend break. There are plenty of good reasons to visit the Ribble Valley. One of the most popular is the number of high quality golf courses set in the beautiful countryside. There are several clubs all found in the beautiful country side of the Ribble Valley. These moorland and parkland golf courses present a unique challenge and are regarded as the best courses in Lancashire. If golfing isn’t high on your list of enjoyable things to do there are lots of other things to enjoy. You can try your hand at angling in the River Ribble or explore the miles of pathways and footways through unspoilt country side. The area is favorite with walkers and ramblers and there are miles of routes and walks to investigate including the Ribble Way. The path runs for more than 70 miles and takes in several landscapes which includes hillsides and moorland, tidal plains and limestone gorges. If you prefer a slightly less strenuous break there’s still a lot to do. Shopping is always a nice way to spend a day and there are lots of boutique stores to browse around in Whalley, Clitheroe and Longridge. The valley also boasts many good quality dining places specialising in locally produced produce where you can try a true taste of Lancashire. A few of the attractions you can visit include Clitheroe castle, the Bowland Wild Boar Park as well as the Ribchester Roman Museum that’s built on the site of an early Roman township. The Ribble Valley has some thing to offer everybody whether you want to spend time playing golf, taking in the sights, trekking or experiencing the fine cuisine. You can find a range of top quality accommodation which ranges fromB &B’s to hotels with all mod cons.

One of the best hotels in the Ribble Valley is The Avenue Hotel.