Ribchester lies nestling against the banks of the River Ribble in the county of Lancashire in the North West of England. It would seem that prior to the Romans arrival that there was a settlement here and investigations are continuing. The Romans though built a fort here as the area was of strategic importance on the banks of the river. At the time it was not Ribchester but Bremetannacum Veteranorum. Today there is a Roman Museum situated above the remains of the headquarters of that Roman fort. Ribchester's three-arched bridge, built in 1774, stands astride the old Roman ford. General Agricola established the fort in AD 80 and it was set on a network of roads leading out to Chester, Manchester, Lancaster and York. Many local buildings are constructed from stones "quarried" from the Roman fort, including the magnificent parish church of St Wilfrid.built in the 13th century and was dedicated to the Archbishop of York. Today Ribchester is an almost perfect and idyllic setting, the scenery seemingly untouched by the passage of time it is understandable why this is such a popular place to live, the weaver’s cottages on Church Street reminiscent of bygone days.
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Places to Stay near Ribchester
Riverside Barn (0.58 miles)
We have 2 double bedrooms, 1 ensuite. Both rooms have river veiws and are furnished to a high standard with colour tv, and tea & coffee making facilities. Enjoy our riverside location, large ... More | visit website
Bowford Cottage at Bowford Cottages (2.11 miles)
Set amidst truly peaceful countryside in the Ribble Valley and enjoying beautiful rural views to Beacon Fells, these two very comfortable, newly built stone cottages are just 5 miles from roads offering swift access to ... More | visit website
Barton Grange Hotel (2.64 miles)
With a convenient location, superb dining and great facilities, Preston’s newest 4-star hotel is stylish and contemporary, whilst simultaneously retaining all the traditional charm of the original manor house.
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The Manor House (2.68 miles)
Converted former manor house situated in the Ribble Valley, originally built for the Duke of Sumerset. Stunning 16 feet ceilings, four poster bed, real fires, oak floors, fully fitted kitchen, ... More
Feildens Arms (2.71 miles)
Shireburn Arms Hotel (2.77 miles)
Old Dads Barn (2.78 miles)
Millstone Hotel (2.80 miles)
The Millstone at Mellor has retained all the charm of the coaching inn it once was - but added all the creature comforts of a modern hotel. It is one of the highest rated AA ... More | visit website
Premier Inn Blackburn North West (3.30 miles)
Avenue Hotel (3.30 miles)
Situated in the heart of the picturesque Ribble Valley, our hotel provides a perfect ... More | visit website
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