Clitheroe Castle Museum
Clitheroe Castle, Castlegate, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1AZ
The historic landmark of Clitheroe Castle, in the heart of the Ribble Valley, offers fun and exploration for all the family. 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.
Clitheroe Castle Museum occupies the former Steward's House, a Grade II listed building dating from the 18th century, with various additions and changes of layout. Our intriguing galleries will take you on a journey through 350 million years of history, heritage and geology of the local area. Younger hearts may take an adventure kitted out with rucksack, map and magnifying glass!
You can also explore 16 acres of parkland, home to Lancashire's first Labyrinth and a Creative Activity Area at the foot of the keep.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 11:00 - 16:00 (last entry 15:20)
Location & directions
Clitheroe Castle, Castlegate, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1AZ
- Directions:
- Parking is limited. For more information about local car parks visit https://www.ribblevalley.gov.uk/car-parks/car-parks-parking
- Contact on day:
- Clitheroe Castle Museum
- Telephone number:
- +441200424568
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Clitheroe Castle Museum is within the castle grounds at the centre of the town of Clitheroe. The buildings are at the top of a relatively steep (negotiable by powered scooter) slope. The distance from the main gate to the museum shop is 157 meters (515 feet). There are 30 steps up to the keep. All floors within the museum building are accessible by wheelchair, although some of the doorways cannot accommodate wider than average chairs. There is a lift between floors, ramps where appropriate and a screen providing a 360 degree view from the non-accessible castle keep.
Additional information
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s)
