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Longridge Restaurant

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The flagship of Lancastrian chef Paul Heathcote's culinary empire, The Longridge Restaurant is tucked away under the lea of Jeffrey Hill, in the heart of the Ribble Valley. Fitted out in warm, modern style it's a neighbourhood restaurant with a worldwide reputation and Head Chef James Holah maintains the Heathcotes tradition of sourcing the best of local produce to create superb seasonal Modern British dishes. There are regular themed evenings, cookery classes and private dining facilities. Bookings essential. ...more information

104-106 Higher Road - Longridge - Preston - PR3 3SY - 0871 811 4526

Mulberry Tree

The Mulberry Tree at Wrightington is one of the northwest’s most acclaimed pub-restaurants holding both a Michelin Bib Gourmand and two AA rosettes. It opened in 2000 with head chef and co-owner Mark Prescott returning to his Lancashire roots after a glittering culinary career with the Roux brothers that took in seven years at the Waterside Inn at Bray and nine years at London’s legendary Le Gavroche, latterly as head chef. The building dates back to 1832 and over the years has been a wheelwright’s, a brewery, a blacksmith’s and a pub. The Mulberry Tree is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week with a choice of classic a la carte in the dining room or a more informal menu served in the bar. Junction 27 of the M6 is just a ten-minute drive. ...more information

Wrightington Bar - Wrightington - Wigan - WN6 9SE - 0871 7149902

Northcote

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Over two decades this Michelin-starred restaurant with rooms at Langho, near Blackburn, has carved out a national reputation. Nigel Haworth runs the kitchens and partner Craig Bancroft tends a wine cellar that stretches to 400-plus bins. For the full-on Northcote experience, try the Gourmet Menu or the overnight Gourmet Break. Their recent venture into the gastropub market -- Ribble Valley Inns – now boasts three properties -- The Three Fishes at Mitton, near Whalley, The Highwayman at Burrow, near Kirkby Lonsdale and the The Clog & Billycock at Pleasington, near Blackburn. ...more information

Northcote Road - Langho - Blackburn - BB6 8BE - 0871 811 4541

Ramsons

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The multi-award-winning restaurant Ramsons has been a fixture in Ramsbottom since 1985 and is one of the north of England's most acclaimed destination restaurants. Ramsons covers two floors and has recently undergone an impressive Milanese-inspired refurbishment. But it's not just the decor that is Italian-influenced; the food and wine draw heavily on the proprietor's Italian sourcing connections. Ramsons has been using organic produce since 1987, long before its current popularity. Vegetarians are well catered for with their own gourmet tasting menu. The wine list is exclusively Italian and meticulously put together through years of vineyard trips and research. All the wines are also available to purchase. Don't expect a cheap meal at Ramsons and do be prepared for the host's eccentric and entertaining style. ...more information

16-18 Market Place - Ramsbottom - BL0 9HT - 0871 7144053

Simply Heathcotes

Located in The Wrightington Country Club Hotel, just minutes from junction 27 of the M6 between Chorley and Wigan, this is one of the newest additions to the Heathcotes stable of restaurants and enjoys splendid views out over the surrounding countryside. Expect the signature Simply Heathcotes Modern British menu. With two private dining rooms seating 12 and 20, it's a good choice for business and social events. ...more information

Wrightington Country Club Hotel - Moss Lane - Wrightington - Wigan - WN6 9PB - 0871 811 4569

The Highwayman

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After a £1 million refurbishment The Highwayman at Burrow, near Kirkby Lonsdale, has reopened for business. It's the latest venture for Nigel Haworth and Craig Bancroft of Michelin-starred Northcote Manor after the roaring success of their first Ribble Valley Inns venture, The Three Fishes at Mitton. Expect the same emphasis on freshness, quality and regionality with an impressive list of local farmers, suppliers and producers already lined up. What will it be -- Peter Gott's Potted Wild Boar, warm Flookborough shrimps, Yorkshire pudding with melted Leagram's Sheeps' Milk Cheese, Farmer Sharp's Herwick mutton pudding or slow-cooked Goosnargh duckling? ...more information

Burrow - Kirkby Lonsdale - LA6 2RJ - 0871 9624302

The Three Fishes

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From the team behind Michelin-starred Northcote Manor, The Three Fishes at Mitton takes pub food to a whole new level. Traditional regional dishes prepared using traceable top-quality produce sourced from local suppliers served in a stylish, modern dining space. It's attracting custom from far and wide so get there early (bookings not accepted). In April 2007, Ribble Valley Inns opened their second pub venture -- The Highwayman at Burrow, near Kirkby Lonsdale. ...more information

Mitton Road - Mitton - Clitheroe - BB7 9PQ - 0871 811 4581

The Waggon At Birtle

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The award of a Michelin Bib Gourmand in January 2007 was the latest accolade for The Waggon At Birtle on Bury and Rochdale Old Road. Chef proprietor David Watson came from a Michelin-starred background (ex-Pool Court in Leeds) and returned to his roots to open the Waggon with wife Lorraine in 2002. Housed in a former pub, the premises were completely refurbished to create a smart 50-cover bistro with a 25-cover function room above. The food is Modern British with a slight French influence but relies heavily on fresh local produce; hence dishes like the Tempura of Chadwick's Bury black pudding with Lancashire cheese, apple and bacon and mustard vinaigrette. The main a la carte menu (7 startes, 7 mains, 7 desserts) changes every three months whilst the good-value Market Menu is updated every fortnight. The wine list has a good choice of 50 bins with 12 by the glass plus a featured guest wine. ...more information

131 Bury and Rochdale Old Road - Birtle - Bury - BL9 6UE - 0871 7144308

Winckley Square Chop House

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Set within the legal and financial district, just a stone's throw from the retail area. This restaurant serves a selection of locally sourced meat, fish, and British favourites from the open kitchen, within the relaxed, yet stylish atmosphere. The Chop House Bar serves an extensive range of cocktails, premium beers, spirits, and wines, making it the ideal place to relax in eclectic surroundings. Bookings essential. ...more information

23 Winckley Square - Preston - PR1 3JJ - 0871 811 4557

Bay Horse Inn - Bay Horse , Forton , Lancaster , LA2 0HR - 0871 7149325 Read / Write Reader Recommendations

Inn at Whitewell - Dunsop Road , Whitewell , Clitheroe , BB7 3AT - 0871 7149750 Read / Write Reader Recommendations

Kwizeen Bistro - 47-49 King St , Blackpool , FY1 3EJ - 0871 5298984 Read / Write Reader Recommendations

Nutters - Edenfield Rd , Rochdale , OL12 7TY - 0871 7149931 Read / Write Reader Recommendations

Old Hall - Hall Street , Todmorden , OL14 7AD - 0871 7149940 Write Reader Recommendations

Spread Eagle - Sawley , Clitheroe , BB7 4NH - 0871 7144179 Read / Write Reader Recommendations

The White Bull - Church Street , Ribchester , Preston , PR3 3XP - 0871 7144343 Read / Write Reader Recommendations

Thyme Restaurant - 1-3 Inglewhite Road , Longridge , Preston , PR3 3JR - 0871 7144246 Read / Write Reader Recommendations

Warehouse Brasserie - 30 West Street , Southport , PR8 1QN - 0871 7144317 Read / Write Reader Recommendations

White Hart Inn - Stockport Road , Lydgate , Oldham , OL4 4JJ - 0871 7144344 Read / Write Reader Recommendations