| Events in Oakenclough
Lying close to the River Calder in the North of England in the County of Lancashire is the small village of Oakenclough. This small scattered community lies open to the elements in this lofty and exposed location that is ideal for those who want to take advantage of the surrounding countryside.
The village of Oakenclough grew up because of one man’s vision – admittedly flawed -nonetheless one Richard Curtis thought that this location, close to the River Calder would be the ideal location for building a paper mill. The houses that are now scattered around the area were built to house the local workers, but by 1827 Curtis’ dream was shattered when he went bankrupt. The houses and residents though remained and eventually the mill was purchased by John Jackson who went on to build the adjacent house, Calder Bank. Today the mill itself is used by a number of small businesses.
Set in the Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding natural Beauty, this provides an excellent location for walkers and ramblers who wish to explore the area.
Places to Stay near Oakenclough
map
website
The Priory
(2.30 miles)
In the heart of the Northwest of England The Priory Hotel provides luxury accommodation within easy reach of Garstang, Preston and Lancaster.
Some portions of 'The Priory' date back to the early 1600's, and ...
more
|
visit website
map
website
Cleveley Mere Fishing & Lodges
(2.83 miles)
Cleveley Mere is a beautiful, peaceful 34 acre private nature reserve with a 24 acre spring-fed lake, with fantastic lakeside boutique lodges and is considered one of the finest smaller trout fly-fishing venues in the ...
more
|
visit website
map
book
Kenlis Arms
(2.89 miles)
More Information
The Kenlis Arms at Barnacre, Garstang is an idyllic "country pub" on the edge of the Forest of Bowland. Family owned & run, The Kenlis Arms is open daily, serving ... more
map
book
Middle Holly Cottage
(3.21 miles)
More Information
Old Coaching Inn built in 1820, has been tastefully refurbished to provide a high standard of accommodation with a warm friendly atmosphere.Contemporary ensuite rooms with digital LCD TV,complimentory Wi Fi ... more
map
website
Royal Oak Hotel
(3.25 miles)
Garstang is well worth a visit being conveniently situated between Lancaster and Preston many commuters to these two cities prefer the quiet and attractive living environment that is on offer here and where the ambience ...
more
|
visit website
map
website
New Holly
(3.37 miles)
The
New Holly is an
award winning, 4 star rated public house with a new restaurant, bars, games room and sumptuous en-suite accommodation. Excellently located on the A6 in between
Lancaster & Preston just 2 ...
more
|
visit website
map
website
Travelodge Lancaster M6
(3.39 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... more
| visit website
map
book
BEST WESTERN Garstang Country Hotel and Golf Centre
(3.52 miles)
More Information
Set in a haven of peace and tranquillity with far reaching views of the Golf Course and surrounding countryside.
The Award winning Kingfisher Restaurant serves Dinner each evening and Sunday Luncheon, ... more
map
website
Little Stubbins Bed & Breakfast
(3.64 miles)
Little Stubbins is situated east of the A6 in the rural village of Claughton-On-Brock and is surrounded by peaceful farm land, between the Rivers Wyre and Brock. The award winning gardens at Little Stubbins are ...
more
|
visit website
map
book
Fleece Inn
(3.81 miles)
More Information
Famous for award-winning food, drink, and service, we are located just by the Forest of Bowland - area of outstanding natural beauty, yet just a couple of miles from the ... more
Brit Quote:
I used to look at these pictures of trumpeters pointing their instrument to the ceiling. Stunning pictures, but if you play the trumpet and point it upwards, all the spit comes back into your mouth! - Humphrey Lyttleton
More Quotes
|
|
|
On this day:
The Seven Years' War Starts - 1756, W.G. Grace Scores his Hundredth Hundred - 1895, Relief of Mafeking - 1900
More dates from British history
|
|
|
