Whernside: A Charming Retreat

Summary:

Whernside near Chatburn, Lancashire, can sleep two in one bedroom.



The Space:

The living areas in the property consist of an open-plan living area with a kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, fridge, dining seating for two, and a sitting area with sofa bed and Smart TV. There is a double bed and a shower room. Outside, there is a garden with hot tub and off-road parking available. Within 0.7 miles, you will find a shop, and within 0.6 miles, a pub, and please note that this is a non-smoking property. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. One well-behaved larger dog welcome or two small with owners permission. Choose Whernside as your next escape to Lancashire.



The Neighborhood:

Chatburn, a village, civil parish, and electoral ward in the Ribble Valley in East Lancashire, is ideally located for day trips to the nearby Pendle Hill and Forest of Bowland Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This picturesque village dates back to the Anglo-Saxon era; it was named after one of the most notable figures of that time, St. Chad, and it's close proximity to many magnificent sites and modern conveniences has made it a popular tourist destination. Take in the sights of the parish church and its towering spire before stopping at the local Post Office, which was damaged during World War II but has since been restored and is now the ideal site to pick up any necessities while feeling immersed in history. A stroll along the River Ribble will lead you to two pubs, a Chinese takeout, and an ice cream parlour, with the village also providing a convenience store for your own cooking needs. Visit Pendle Hill, famously associated with the 1612 witch trials, and stroll along the 43-mile-long Pendle Way, or connect with sections of the Bronte Way to see even more of this beautiful region. Don't forget to spend some time in the adjacent Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), where you can go hiking or biking through wooded cloughs and river valleys, or partake in other adventurous pursuits like fishing for trout and salmon in the rivers Ribble, Lune, and Hodder, or try your hand at gliding. Visit Skipton to view its massive castle and play a round of golf; the town also has a wide selection of eateries. Alternatively, spend the day in Burnley to enjoy excellent shopping and stroll through beautiful parks. Chatburn is a great option for a getaway to rural Lancashire, as it is accessible from Skipton, Preston, and Blackburn.