The Shireburn Arms Hotel - Clitheroe

17th-century country inn in Clitheroe with Ribble Valley views

Dining & Bar

The Shireburn Arms Hotel Clitheroe offers a restaurant that sources ingredients from local producers, with a menu that changes seasonally. The oak-beamed bar serves real ales such as the Baker's Dozen cask ales, alongside a selection of craft beers and wines. Guests can enjoy breakfast in the room or a full cooked breakfast in the dining room, with a children's menu available for families.

Rooms & Accommodations

The Shireburn Arms provides a range of room types, from standard doubles to suites, all with private bathrooms and tea/coffee making facilities. Pet-friendly rooms come with a pet basket and bowls, and the hotel has designated areas for dogs. Free on-site parking is available, along with an electric vehicle charging station for guests with electric cars.

Location & Outdoor Activities

Set in Hurst Green, the Shireburn Arms overlooks the Ribble Valley and is a starting point for the Tolkien Trail, a 19 km circular walk through the countryside. Nearby attractions include Stonyhurst College, Clitheroe Castle, and the Forest of Bowland, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Walking and cycling routes are accessible directly from the hotel, with maps available at reception.

Pet-Friendly Policies

The Shireburn Arms welcomes dogs in designated rooms, with each pet provided a basket and bowls upon arrival. Dogs are allowed in the bar area and the outdoor seating, but not in the main restaurant during meal times. A pet-friendly package, the 'Mucky Paws' deal, includes accommodation and breakfast for guests traveling with their dog.

Entertainment & Facilities

The hotel has a games room equipped with a pool table, darts, and board games, open to both residents and non-residents. A garden and sun terrace provide outdoor seating with direct views of the Ribble Valley. For families, board games and puzzles are available at the bar, and children's meals are served in the restaurant.

• Historical Charm: 17th-century coaching inn with oak-beamed bars and original character
• Pet-Friendly: Dog-friendly rooms with pet bowls, baskets, and nearby walking trails
• Dining: Restaurant using local producers, real ales, and craft beers from the bar
• Outdoor Spaces: Garden, sun terrace, and outdoor seating with Ribble Valley views
• Entertainment: Games room with darts, pool table, and board games for all ages
• Location: On the Tolkien Trail, near Stonyhurst College and Forest of Bowland
• Sustainability: Free on-site parking and electric vehicle charging station