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My Britain: Ribble Valley

Known as the "food capital of the North", Lancashire’s Ribble Valley also boasts outstanding natural beauty, stunning countryside and quaint historic villages.

Visitors to this picturesque part of Britain can enjoy a trip to the 800-year-old Clitheroe Castle, which offers panoramic views of the region and a fascinating museum telling the story of the surrounding landscape over the past 350 million years. Another unmissable landmark is Pendle Hill. Renowned for its role in the 17th-century witch trials, take in its moody atmosphere while glancing out over the resplendent scenery below.

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