Burnley - a town amidst the pennines
Burnley is a special place to visit. At the heart of Pennine Lancashire, historic houses and industrial heritage sit along side more quirky attractions such as a working forge and a brewery. Fun and exciting events take place all year, look out for Burnley Balloon Festival, Heritage Open Days or the Classic Car Show as well as over 150 other galas, fairs, exhibitions and festivals.
Heritage Open Days
Here's a short film from this year's Historic Vehicle Cavalcade. Classic cars gathered at Helmshore Textile Mill, proceeded to Gawthorpe Hall, Queen Street Mill and finished the day at Towneley Hall for the climax of the annual Woodland Festival.
You can shop for bargains on the market or in our mill shops; find the latest high street fashions in the modern town centre stores then have relaxing drink or bite to eat in one of the trendy coffee shops along the high street.
The South Pennines countryside is a haven for wildlife; is great for walkers, horse riders and cyclists and there is an abundance of waterways - canal, rivers, reservoirs and lakes where you can do anything from fishing to windsurfing. The amazing panopticon high on the moors above Burnley has wonderful views over the town from Pendle Hill to Worsthorne Moor with Padiham and the surrounding villages in the distance.
Whatever your reason for coming to Burnley you will have plenty to see and do whether you are here for the day, a short break or longer you will find a warm and friendly welcome, a choice of places to stay, and good restaurants and cafes serving all kinds of tempting meals.
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History & Heritage
Discover…. historic houses, famous families, interior design, industrial revolution, football pioneers and waterway wonders at Burnley’s exhilarating historic attractions. -
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Pennine Countryside
Escape…. hills & moorland, panopticons and windmills, wide open spaces, rare birds, witches and woodland and it’s a great place for walking, riding or cycling.
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Family Fun
Imagine.... hot air balloons, pet fun days, community carnivals and historic cars; mouse hunts, re-enactors, fireworks and funfairs – great fun for all the family from toddlers to grandparents. -
After Dark
Enjoy…. eating out, pubs and clubs, theatrical performances, blockbuster movies and brewery tours - after dark Burnley sparkles with fun and excitement.
Burnley has lovely countryside and friendly people all waiting to welcome you to one of Lancashire's best kept secrets.
Links
- www.visitlancashire.com
- www.visitbritain.com
- www.enjoyengland.com
- Part funded by North West Development Agency:
- Lancashire and Blackpool Tourist Board
Soldiers from Burnley stationed in France during the First World War got a taste for the local tipple brewed by the Benedictine monks; today Burnley is the largest consumer of 'Bene' in the world.