Marsha's Guidebook
Neighbourhoods
Whalley is a large village nestled at the foot of the Whalley Nab. It is a 20 minute walk from the apartment or a 5 minute drive. Along the Main Street and cobbled side alleys there are numerous small and independent restaurants and takeaways with a thriving retail scene.
Within the village are the ruins of Whalley Abbey.
It has a local SPAR and CO-OP and a pharmacy.
Train station is a 15 minute walk from the apartment. It has direct links to Clitheroe, Blackburn and Manchester Victoria.
Whalley is ideally situated to explore nearby Pendle hill and the Forest of Bowland which is an area of outstanding natural beauty.
16 locals recommend
Whalley
Whalley is a large village nestled at the foot of the Whalley Nab. It is a 20 minute walk from the apartment or a 5 minute drive. Along the Main Street and cobbled side alleys there are numerous small and independent restaurants and takeaways with a thriving retail scene.
Within the village are the ruins of Whalley Abbey.
It has a local SPAR and CO-OP and a pharmacy.
Train station is a 15 minute walk from the apartment. It has direct links to Clitheroe, Blackburn and Manchester Victoria.
Whalley is ideally situated to explore nearby Pendle hill and the Forest of Bowland which is an area of outstanding natural beauty.
A short drive away is Clitheroe, a vibrant ancient market town. It is full of independent shops and has an Everyman cinema and theatre.
44 locals recommend
Clitheroe
A short drive away is Clitheroe, a vibrant ancient market town. It is full of independent shops and has an Everyman cinema and theatre.
Food scene nearby
King Street Kitchen
73 King StBritish bistro located on Whalley high street
Wine bar attached to the award winning wine shop serving over 350 wines and some craft beer and some spirits.
12 locals recommend
The Whalley Wine Shop
63 King StWine bar attached to the award winning wine shop serving over 350 wines and some craft beer and some spirits.
Globally inspired food and expertly crafted cocktails in Whalley.
17 locals recommend
FORUM BAR & KITCHEN
41 King StGlobally inspired food and expertly crafted cocktails in Whalley.
Amico Mio Ltd
49 King StAuthentic Italian restaurant in Whalley great for families and friends.
Breda Murphy Restaurant
Unit 51 Station RdFood with a modern British and Irish twist by Breda Murphy
Deux Amis
5 George StreetGreat breakfast and brunch restaurant in Whalley centre
The Friary
34 King StreetTake away and delivery shop serving fish and chips and Chinese meals.
E Bella
9a George StTake away ice cream and waffle shop.
Food scene outside Whalley
Some of our favourite eating places the Ribble Valley has to offer
Charming pub with open fires with a grassy garden looking over the river and a menu of elevated pub grub
16 locals recommend
Aspinall Arms
Mitton RoadCharming pub with open fires with a grassy garden looking over the river and a menu of elevated pub grub
Based in the heart of Clitheroe, Holmes Mill is a unique celebration of Lancashire food, drink and entertainment. It features a beer hall, food hall and an ice-cream parlour.
30 locals recommend
Holmes Mill
Based in the heart of Clitheroe, Holmes Mill is a unique celebration of Lancashire food, drink and entertainment. It features a beer hall, food hall and an ice-cream parlour.
Located in the nearby village of Wiswell, it is one of the top 50 gastropubs in the country.
15 locals recommend
Freemasons At Wiswell
8 Vicarage FoldLocated in the nearby village of Wiswell, it is one of the top 50 gastropubs in the country.
Northcote
0 Northcote RdNorthcote has held a Michelin star since 1996.
An old fashioned rural inn situated in the beautiful Forest of Bowland on the banks of the river hodder.
52 locals recommend
The Inn At Whitewell
An old fashioned rural inn situated in the beautiful Forest of Bowland on the banks of the river hodder.
It is a small lively pub that holds a Michelin star and 2 AA rosettes while also being recognised for the quality of real ale served
9 locals recommend
White Swan at Fence
300 Wheatley Ln RdIt is a small lively pub that holds a Michelin star and 2 AA rosettes while also being recognised for the quality of real ale served
Taxi company
Joe Baxi's (Betty's)
2 Commercial RoadTelephone number 01254888288 or 01254888888