Whilst You’re Here
Whilst staying at Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort, guests can enjoy everything that our beautiful part of the world has to offer. With its contrast of landscapes, Lancashire has it all… from the rolling green hills to the windswept moors, the fabulous walks many of which take in the diverse heritage and historical sites that we’re fortunate to have on our doorstep.
There’s something for everyone. And at the end of the day, you can rest your sleepy head and weary feet and indulge in the luxury of our sumptuous rooms and welcoming restaurants.
Make your stay as busy or as restful as you want it to be.
WOODLAND WALKS
You are more than welcome to enjoy the Hotel’s beautiful grounds and its woodland walks; one of which takes in the River Calder, a section of which belongs to us.
TOWNELEY PARK
Towneley Park is the largest and most popular park in Burnley. It has a long history as a private estate, with much of its current landscape the result of work carried out in the late eighteenth century by Charles Towneley.
Towneley was the home of the Towneley family for over 500 years but in 1901 it was sold to Burnley Corporation. The family departed in March 1902 leaving behind a building almost completely empty.
The park was opened to the public in June 1902 and in May 1903 the Great Hall and the south wing of the house were opened for a temporary art exhibition.
Today, the Museum houses a variety of displays encompassing; Natural History, Egyptology, Local History, Textiles, Decorative Art and Regional Furniture.
You are able to explore the period rooms, art gallery and learn more about Burnley’s history whilst a Mouse Trail through the Museum keeps children entertained.
PENDLE HILL
At 557 metres, Pendle Hill dominates the surrounding Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing spectacular views that stretch all the way to the coast on a clear day. This inspirational mound has a long and dramatic history, which dates all the way back to the Bronze Age – an ancient burial site was discovered at the summit of Pendle Hill. However, it is the sensational events that took place during the 17th century for which it is best known.
Discover the Pendle Witches Trail, a fascinating walking tour which takes you around some of the places that are synonymous with the infamous Pendle Witches. It starts in the quaint hamlet of Barley and takes in the picturesque villages of Newchurch and Roughlee. Don’t miss Witches Galore souvenir shop and café in Newchurch, or St Mary’s churchyard, supposedly the site of the Witches Graves. You can also follow a similar Witches Trail by car or bike.
BURNLEY FOOTBALL CLUB
One of the founding members of the football league, Burnley Football Club has a terrific atmosphere for all the family and offers pre-match tours and meals, which should be booked in advance.
MOORHOUSE BREWERY
Moorhouse’s Brewery was established in 1865 by William Moorhouse, a Burnley man who took great pride in his town and his craft. Take a tour around this local working brewery.
GAWTHORPE HALL
An Elizabethan gem in the heart of industrial Lancashire, built between 1600 and 1605 Gawthorpe Hall was the family seat of the Shuttleworth family for over 300 years. Inside the house you will find period rooms on display from the 1850 remodelling by renowned architect Sir Charles Barry and Pugin as well as original plasterwork ceilings, panelling and the impressive Long Gallery.
The National Portrait Gallery has loaned over 20 paintings to the Hall all of which illustrate it’s fascinating connections and history, particularly with the English Civil War. Gawthorpe Hall is an artistic and historic treasure trove in the middle of industrial Lancashire.
Discover Padiham and the surrounding countryside on this 4-mile circular walk. The walk includes natural woodlands and views of Gawthorpe Hall.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/gawthorpe-hall
SINGING RINGING TREE
Burnley’s Panopticon, ‘Singing Ringing Tree’, is a unique musical sculpture which overlooks Burnley from its position high above the town on Crown Point.
www.visitlancashire.com/things-to-do/singing-ringing-tree-panopticon-p66560
QUEEN STREET MILL
The collection held in the Queen Street Mill Textile Museum along with that of sister museum Helmshore Mills Textile Museum has been designated as being of national importance. Queen Street Mill is a unique survivor of the textile industry. The Mill represents the last commercial steam powered textile weaving mill in the world. Queen Street closed in 1982 but is today preserved as a museum offering a unique experience to re-live the days when steam ran the world.
Visitors to the museum can see demonstrations of the Victorian steam engine, boilers and Lancashire looms.
Opening times vary throughout the season, please check the website for details.
www.lancashire.gov.uk/leisure-and-culture/museums/queen-street-mill-textile-museum
BOUNDARY MILL STORE
Boundary Mill Store is the probably the largest quality mill store of its kind in the UK. Founded in 1983, their philosophy is to offer our customers quality branded goods at discount prices up to 70% off the recommended retail price.
https://boundaryoutlet.com/store/colne/
TEN PIN BOWLING
MFA Bowl Burnley, Finsley Gate, Burnley, Lancashire. BB11 2HE – 08432908913
