Bancroft Mill Engine Museum
Cotton mill steam engine in situ, other engines, steam plant machinery, mill artefacts and pictures and more.
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Why stay here ...
A small popular CL site in the North East corner of Ribble Valley 1 mile off A682. Close to North Yorkshire border, central to market towns of Skipton, Settle, Clitheroe and Barnoldswick.
Friendly informal atmosphere on busy working farm in popular hamlet of Paythorne. Spectacular views of Pendle from every pitch, friendly local pub and quaint traditional listed chapel with weekly 2pm Sunday service, both within 100 yards.
Close to listed Paythorne Bridge across River Ribble, Gisburne Park, Bowland AONB, Malham Cove, Gisburn Forest, Yorkshire Dales National Park, 3 Peaks, Leeds Liverpool canal, Settle to Carlisle Railway, Skipton & Clitheroe castles, Sawley & Whalley Abbeys, many small picturesque villages scattered around Pendle, Bowland, Yorkshire Dales, Craven and the Ribble Valley to explore in an beautiful area seeped in nature & local history with a variety of natural attractions, local events, hidden gems, great places to eat out, visit and explore in every direction. Beautiful “Dark Skies” on clear nights.
A perfect base to return to, or spend the day relaxing and pottering around at a more leisurely pace, whatever the weather or the season. An oasis of peaceful calm to chill out and recharge in a beautiful place away from the many pressures of work and life surrounded by spectacular colours of nature and views of Pendle, trees, farm animals, wildlife, walks, and rural life going on all around you.
Additional information
• No on site showers or toilets.
• Paythorne Methodist chapel (1830) is a quaint traditional listed building with weekly services at 2pm each Sunday where all visitors are made welcome
• Booking advisable at the Buck Inn at peak times. Opening times vary, always closed Monday & Tuesday (NB. open Mondays on Bank Holidays).
• Pre-booking required.
• Payment methods: Cash or Bank Payment.
• Deposit (if required) £15.00 by Bank Payment.
• Only green toilet fluid on this site please.
• Breathable groundsheets preferable in awnings
• Please bring a torch as the site is unlit.
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Useful Info
Latest arrival time: 8:00 PM
Latest departure time: 11:30 AM
0.5 acres
Electric amperage: 16
Lawned site
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Directions
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Sites key:
- Postcode:
- BB7 4JD
- GPS:
- Lat 53.96335 / Lon -2.259395
- OS field ref:
- SD830519
- OS map ref:
- 103
Transport links
- Nearest train station: Hellifield
- Train station within 5 miles
Reviews
davidjedmondson
Reviewed: 15/05/2023 20:26
Perfect
Lovely quiet site with great long distance views from every spacious pitch. Very helpful welcoming owners. Lots of walks from the site and some great bridal ways for mountain biking. Very handy having a great pub a few minutes walk away. Will be back!
MX66
Reviewed: 29/03/2023 08:10
A Piece of Heaven a little gem 💎
Found Manor House Farm site a couple of weeks after opening and been returning regularly ever since. Definitely one of our favourite sites and highly recommended. Truly a hidden gem with beautiful views, well away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Facilities are basic, hook up, mains water and Elsan. This... Show more
PaulCorny
Reviewed: 27/02/2023 20:29
Quiet site with outstanding views and friendly owner.
This is a lovely quiet little site with outstanding views and very friendly owner. You need your own facilities as the site has none, apart from the essentials, electric hook up, water, toilet waste point. There is a pub nearby that is probably very popular with a nearby static caravan... Show more
Most recent reviews
davidjedmondson
Reviewed: 15/05/2023 20:26
Perfect
Lovely quiet site with great long distance views from every spacious pitch. Very helpful welcoming owners. Lots of walks from the site and some great bridal ways for mountain biking. Very handy having a great pub a few minutes walk away. Will be bac...
