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Clitheroe Castle Castle Park Clitheroe Tel: 01200 424635
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| Standing on a rocky outcrop, the
Norman tower of Clitheroe castle was built around 1186 by the
land owner - Robert De Lacy. It is said to be the smallest keep in England as the rooms are only 20 ft square. The
present entrance passes through what was originally a window into the cellar. The original entrance was to the right
on the next floor.
The keep was deliberately damaged after it's capture by Parliamentary forces during the Civil War, but was repaired during 1848. Set on a prominent limestone mound close to the castle is the museum which brings to life the history and geology of the Ribble Valley. A unique sound system provides visitors with fascinating recreations of a Victorian kitchen, cloggers workshop and printers press. On the first floor the Ribble Valley is explored through its geology. Displays show the story of the Salthill the local limestone quarry and a reconstruction of a Victorian lead mine. The museum is also noted for its fossil collection.
Opening times (2002 season)
January – CLOSED.
Admission: (2002 season) Adults £1.60, Children 25p, over 60’s 75p and Family £3.40.
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