Rossendale Tourism

Rossendale is alive with everything from farmers' markets to accommodation and restaurants in the area offering exceptional comfort and quality at very reasonable prices. Attractions include specialist shopping experiences with designer fashion and contemporary home wares, the slipper museum and the recently award winning Helmshore Mills Textile Museum (Lancashire's Best Small Visitor Attraction 2009).

Take a ride on a traditional steam train or be guided along one of the many countryside walkways. See giant sculptures in the countryside, enjoy the stunning south Pennine scenery or try The Pennine Bridleway National Trail and The Rossendale Way, a 47 mile footpath around the perimeter of the Borough.
Whether you're looking for a varied day out or planning a longer stay, Rossendale has a wide variety of reasons for you to visit. Come for the day or stay a while longer and we'll guarantee you a friendly welcome.

When it comes to dining out, Rossendale is gaining a reputation for fine food and local produce. As a semi-rural area local, fresh produce is in abundance. An increasing number of Rossendale's eating establishments display the 'Taste Lancashire' logo signifying that they consistently provide a high quality dining experience and show a commitment to the use of local produce.  Click here to download your copy of the new 2010-11 Rossendale Visitor Guide or contact the Tourism Officer for a hardcopy.

Welcome to Pennine Lancashire Festival of Food & Culture 2010

If it's summer in Pennine Lancashire, it's festival time - where food lovers can experience extraordinary adventures as the area celebrates it's fantastic food and culture.

Featuring gourmet short breaks, fantastic food shows, medieval markets, ghost walks, ale trails, open air theatre, live music, literary brunches, chef showcases and much. much more

Why not make a meal of it? Stay for the weekend - or longer - to explore the many attractions, places of interest and things to do in the area.  Visit website for latest information.