A roofless three-story-high castle keep is all that remains of Clitheroe Castle, a Norman keep built in 1186. It overlooks Clitheroe from a prominent outcrop of rock which provides a natural motte.

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1. Clitheroe Castle – Clitheroe Castle Keep loop from Clitheroe

7.43km

01:57

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Clitheroe Castle – Waddington Bridge loop from Ribble Valley

9.35km

02:27

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Clitheroe Castle – The Ale House, Clitheroe loop from Wiswell

10.7km

02:50

90m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 100 m

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Location: Clitheroe, Ribble Valley, Lancashire, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Clitheroe Castle Keep

1. Clitheroe Castle – Clitheroe Castle Keep loop from Clitheroe

2. Clitheroe Castle – Waddington Bridge loop from Ribble Valley

3. Clitheroe Castle – The Ale House, Clitheroe loop from Wiswell

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