Museums and galleries
Set on a prominent limestone mound close to the ruined Norman keep of Clitheroe Castle, the Museum reflects both the local history and geology in its displays with special events and displays staged throughout the year. More on opening times.
Two floors of displays cover the history of the Ribble Valley from the Hacking ferryboat to witchcraft, local birds and roadside geology.
There is a reconstructed lead mine, clogger's shop and an Edwardian kitchen (with hearing loop), all with sound.
Also: Free entry to the gift shop.
If you would like to bring along objects of interest, an identification service is available.
The Clitheroe Castle Museum can be found next to the Castle Keep in the Castle Grounds via entrance at Castlegate, Clitheroe. The Custodian - 01200 424635
The Platform Gallery
The Platform Gallery is situated in the historic market town of Clitheroe in the heart of the Ribble Valley. The gallery is located in a prime position in the old railway station building, built in 1870.The gallery was awarded an Arts Lottery Grant in 2001 and was totally refurbished to provide an airy contemporary craft exhibition space, shop and education facilities.
Two floors of displays cover the history of the Ribble Valley from the Hacking ferryboat to witchcraft, local birds and roadside geology.
There is a reconstructed lead mine, clogger's shop and an Edwardian kitchen (with hearing loop), all with sound.
Also: Free entry to the gift shop.
If you would like to bring along objects of interest, an identification service is available.
The Clitheroe Castle Museum can be found next to the Castle Keep in the Castle Grounds via entrance at Castlegate, Clitheroe. The Custodian - 01200 424635
The Platform Gallery
The Platform Gallery is situated in the historic market town of Clitheroe in the heart of the Ribble Valley. The gallery is located in a prime position in the old railway station building, built in 1870.The gallery was awarded an Arts Lottery Grant in 2001 and was totally refurbished to provide an airy contemporary craft exhibition space, shop and education facilities.
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