Rawtenstall
Things to do in Rawtenstall, Lancashire
Photo © Nigel Birch, Google Maps
Rawtenstall is a town in the Rossendale Valley in Lancashire, in the foothills of the Pennines. It developed as a centre for textile manufacturing during the industrial era, a heritage reflected in its architecture and local museums.
Where to stay in Rawtenstall
All hotels in Rawtenstall →
Rossendale Holiday Cottages
Dean Lane, Rossendale
The Old Mill Hotel
Springwood Street, Bury
Stunning 6Bed Cottage- Town Centre- Free Parking
19 Victoria Street, Ramsbottom
Blackwood Residence
36 Nuttall Street, Accrington
Red Hall Hotel
Manchester Road, Bury
Pilkingtons Guest House Accrington
135 Blackburn Road, Accrington
Castle Hotel Accrington
75 Whalley Road, Accrington
Rosehill House Hotel
Rosehill Avenue, Burnley
Things to Do in Rawtenstall(2)
All attractions in Rawtenstall →Things to do
The Whitaker is a museum and gallery in the town centre with collections spanning art, natural history and local heritage. Ski Rossendale offers an indoor skiing and snowboarding facility.
Where to Eat in Rawtenstall(3)
All restaurants in Rawtenstall →Where to eat
Bobhead Ltd and The Little Lancashire Village serve food in the town. Rossendale Bike Hub, a café associated with cycling, is also available.
Attractions Near Rawtenstall
All attractions in Rawtenstall →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Rawtenstall.
1 mi
Grip & Go
Haslingden · ⭐ 4.7
2 mi
Monkey Playland
Haslingden · ⭐ 4.4
4 mi
The Art Garden
Accrington · ⭐ 4.6
4 mi
Animal Quackers Park Farm
Bacup · ⭐ 4.7
4 mi
Tommy Tumble Town
Bacup · ⭐ 4.9
5 mi
Space 2 Make
Accrington · ⭐ 5.0
5 mi
Vue Accrington
Accrington · ⭐ 4.0
5 mi
The Singing Ringing Tree
Lancaster · ⭐ 4.5
Camping in Rawtenstall
All campsites in Rawtenstall →
Dearden Wood
⭐ 4.9 · from £25/night
Rossendale Holiday Glamping
⭐ 4.7 · from £25/night
The Paddock Ramsbottom
from £18/night
Burrs Country Park Club Campsite
⭐ 4.6 · from £25/night
Burrs Country Park Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.6
Brocklehead Farm
from £28/night
Park Fold Farm Certificated Site
⭐ 4.8
Gelderwood Country Park
⭐ 4.2
Self-Catering Cottages in Rawtenstall
All cottages in Rawtenstall →Hen House Holidays - Hen House View 2
3 bed · sleeps 8 · from £817
Hen House Holidays - Hen House View 1
3 bed · sleeps 8 · from £811
The Old Church
5 bed · sleeps 10 · from £1,676
The Cottage at Peers Clough Farm
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £433
Wesley Old Hall House
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £787
Stable View
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £500
Houghton Barn Farm
2 cottages · from £711
Hollingreave House
3 bed · sleeps 7 · from £881
Common questions about Rawtenstall
What is there to do in Rawtenstall?
We list 2 attractions and things to do in and around Rawtenstall.
Where can I eat in Rawtenstall?
We list 3 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Rawtenstall.
Staycation ideas for Rawtenstall
The Best Last-Minute UK Staycations
Six well-connected UK towns and cities worth booking at short notice, chosen for easy travel and a decent spread of accommodation once the school-holiday crowds have thinned.
Rainy Day Staycations: Best UK Breaks for Bad Weather
When the forecast turns grim, these UK cities and spa towns keep their appeal indoors, with museums, galleries and grand architecture to fill a wet weekend.
The Best Dog-Friendly Staycations in Britain
From Cornish coast paths to Lake District fells, these six British destinations offer the open beaches, moors and forests that make a staycation genuinely enjoyable for dogs and their owners alike.
The Best UK Staycations for Families with Young Kids
From New Forest ponies to Cornish rock pools, these six UK destinations combine easy logistics, safe beaches and family-friendly attractions for a stress-free break with young children.