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  Ribble Valley --  Encyclopædia Britannica   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The southern part of the borough, including the lower Ribble valley and the two largest towns, Clitheroe and Longridge, lies in the historic county of Lancashire.
It lies between the denser urban areas of Blackburn and Burnley, with the moorlands of the Forest of Rossendale to the south and the agricultural Ribble valley to the north.
An area about 20 miles (32 kilometers) northwest of Philadelphia, Pa., Valley Forge served as the headquarters of General George Washington and the encampment of the Continental Army in the winter of 1777–78, during the American Revolution.
www.britannica.com /eb/article-9063504?tocId=9063504   (825 words)

  
 South Ribble - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
South Ribble is a local government district and borough in Lancashire, England.
Other notable population areas within South Ribble are Penwortham, Longton, Hutton (headquarters of the Lancashire Police) and Bamber Bridge.
The Parliamentary Constituency of South Ribble includes the West Lancashire communities of Tarleton, Hesketh Bank and Meols.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/South_Ribble   (125 words)

  
 Ribble Valley Citizens Advice Bureau   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Ribble Valley Citizens Advice Bureau was opened in March 1987 following recognition by a group of concerned local people that there was no such service provision within the Ribble Valley Area.
The Bureau believes it is important that its services are as available as possible throughout the Ribble Valley area, and, as well as "face to face" help for personal callers, the staff are qualified to provide advice and information by telephone.
Ribble Valley Citizens Advice Bureau conforms to these high standards and is working towards Equal Opportunities in all areas.
website.lineone.net /~swallbank/who1.htm   (464 words)

  
 We want Ribble Valley and Hyndburn - This Is Lancashire
TOWN Halls are on a collision course after Blackburn with Darwen councillors voted in favour of merging with neighbouring Hyndburn and Ribble Valley.
But Hyndburn and Ribble Valley have already stated they want to join together without Blackburn with Darwen, fearing the larger borough would swallow them up, although Ribble Valley's preferred option is to remain unchanged.
Ribble Valley Council will finalise its position tonight and leader Coun Chris Holtom said: "No-one in the Ribble Valley favours this state of affairs (merging with Blackburn and Darwen) at all and we wish we didn't have to deal with this issue."
archive.thisislancashire.co.uk /2003/09/02/533810.html   (676 words)

  
 Ribble Valley District Towns & Villages   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Alston Alston is situated in the Ribble Valley approx.
It is the centre for all aspects of the Valleys life and is a meeting point where old and new converge and past mingles with the present.
Sale Wheel is the name of a pool in the River Ribble where the river winds, contracts and foams over huge rocks and boulders within the channel and means "pool where willows grow".
www.lancslinks.org.uk /linkscontent/mycommunity/localcommunity/ribblevalley/towns/index.asp   (5714 words)

  
 Pallet Racking and Shelving Systems from Ribble Valley Shelving
Ribble Valley Shelving have invested heavily in shelving and pallet racking refurbishing plant, and offers leading makes in pre used heavy and light duty pallet racking.
Ribble Valley Shelving UK supply second hand racking equipment and refurbished shelving units for stockroom racking, shop racking, garment hanging, industrial shelving systems, and assist with pallet racking repairs.
Ribble Valley Shelving are simply the best UK based suppliers of pallet racking and shelving systems, specialising in the sale of used and refurbished units.
www.ribblevalleyshelving.co.uk   (186 words)

  
 LGA Link: Ribble Valley Borough Council (DC)
Ribble Valley Borough Council is here to provide the vital services for the people who live and work in the area.
Major decisions for the communities of Ribble Valley are made by elected Councillors, on advice from council officers, through a series of committees.
The Ribble Valley is divided into 24 areas - known as 'Wards'.
www.lga.gov.uk /LinkDetails.asp?link=402&   (109 words)

  
 Ribble Valley   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Parishes and Parish Councils in the Borough of Ribble Valley
Ribble Valley Residents are to receive the latest Electoral Registration forms.
TREES taken onboard the 1972 Apollo 14 moon mission are to be planted in Ribble Valley.
www.british-towns.net /england/lancashire/lancashire-ribble.asp   (322 words)

  
 Lancashire - Ribble Valley Links   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Ribble Valley is the largest district in Lancashire in terms of area, comprising 224 square miles of market towns, picturesque villages and rolling countryside.
Its population of 53,000 stretches from Longridge in the west over to Gisburn in the east and from Mellor on its southern borders up to its northern borders in the Forest of Bowland.
With hundreds of square miles of glorious and peaceful countryside, the Ribble Valley is the perfect getaway destination.
www.lancashiretourism.com /displayLinks.asp?id=10   (324 words)

  
 Horse and Pony Riding & Equitation at Ribble Valley Riding Club   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Ribble Valley Riding Club has been established since 1947, making it one of the oldest Riding Clubs in the Country.
Initially mainly a Club for local farmers families, there was no fixed Showground and members used to meet four or fve times during the summer in whichever field a farmer had just collected the hay off in an area which covered Preston and the Ribble Valley.
Mr W Nicholson was a member in those days and he has memories of Ben Harwood meeting his wife at one of Ribble Valley's early shows, when he borrowed a saddle off her.
www.ribblevalleyridingclub.co.uk   (630 words)

  
 Ribble Valley - Crime Audit
The Partnership has been in existence for six years and consists of the main statutory agencies that have a legal requirement to work together towards reducing crime and disorder in the Ribble Valley.
A total of 800 Ribble Valley residents sit on this panel and their views are a representative sample of Ribble Valley residents.
The Ribble Valley CDRP will analyse the data to formulate its' Crime Strategy for the period 2005 — 2008.
www.saferlancashire.co.uk /local_areas/ribble_valley/crime   (273 words)

  
 Gisburn in the Ribble Valley Places to walk   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
It follows the valley of the River Ribble from the estuary at Longton near Preston in Lancashire to its source at Gavel Gap above Ribble Head in North Yorkshire.
The Ribble Way footpath enters Gisburn parish from Sawley, passing to the left of Coppice Cottages, then along Mill Lane into the village.
The route follows the north side of the A59 through the village centre and left at the Church comer onto Settle road (A682) where it continues over Stock Beck bridge into the neighbouring parish of Horton in Craven.
www.ribblesdale.net /gisburn/touristinfo/walking.htm   (209 words)

  
 Ribble Valley Borough Council
Ribble Valley Borough Council is responsible for collecting the Council Tax to pay for services provided by Lancashire County Council, the Borough Council and Lancashire Fire/Police Authority.
To protect both the environment and the public, waste needs to be disposed of in a safe controlled manner at properly licensed sites.
Ribble Valley Borough Council, Council Offices, Church Walk, CLITHEROE, Lancashire.
www.ribblevalley.gov.uk   (295 words)

  
 Petre Lodge Country Hotel, Lancashire UK - Ensuite Accommodation in the Picturesque Ribble Valley
All rooms are ensuite, some of which command beautiful views over the surrounding Ribble Valley Countryside.
It is now a privately owned 8 bedroom Hotel, sympathetically restored and refurbished with style and elegance but retaining its natural charm and sense of History, with the school yard offering ample off road parking.
Ideally situated in the Village of Langho in the picturesque Ribble Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
www.petrelodge.co.uk   (161 words)

  
 This is Lancashire | CommuniGate | Ribble Valley Community Transport   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Ribble Valley Community Transport began its operations in October 1998.
The remit of RVCT is to provid a transport network throughout the Ribble Valley area, especially to isolated areas and the socially excluded.
December 2002 saw the project move from its base at Shawbridge to Kirkmoor Road to accommodate the fleet of 5 buses that we are now operating.
www.communigate.co.uk /lancs/tcp/page9.phtml   (538 words)

  
 Pale Farm Cottages - Holiday Cottages, Ribble Valley, Lancashire
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www.palefarmcottages.co.uk   (301 words)

  
 UK2U Network SITE MAP in the Ribble Valley Magazine for UK2U Network SITE MAP in Ribble Valley, North West, UK
Ribble Valley Borough in Lancashire, is a district in the East Central edge of the North West Region.
Total population for the Ribble Valley District is 53,961.
This Local Magazine site is for the residents, public organisations, small businesses and visitors in Ribble Valley.
www.uk2u.net /296/5/31/0   (309 words)

  
 Ribble Valley Branch of the Lancashire Family History and Heraldry Society
Ribble Valley Branch of the Lancashire Family History and Heraldry Society
The branch was formed not only to cover the Parliamentary Constituency area of that name, but also to cover those parishes which were in the former Bowland Rural District of Craven and remained with Skipton Parliamentary Constituency when the Local Government changes took place in 1974.
Since the formation of the branch, their project interests have taken members well beyond the scope described above, and very much now consider the Craven districts through which the River Ribble flows down to Ribchester as part of the branch.
lfhhs.org.uk /ribblevalley   (151 words)

  
 Ribble Valley Classic Car Hire
We are also situated in a part of the country where the roads and scenery can make any journey an occasion to remember.
Based near Clitheroe, Lancs, in the heart of the Ribble Valley our classic car hire company is ideally sited for touring or visiting many of the local attractions and places of interest.
Along with the Ribble Valley they offer some of the best scenery in Great Britain and are ideal for classic car driving.
www.ribblevalleyclassiccarhire.co.uk   (502 words)

  
 Lancashire Youth & Community Service - Lancashire Youth & Community Service Ribble Valley
Check out what is going on in The Ribble Valley everyday of the week, join in and please tell us what you want to see more of and what you do not want to see at all.
It is made up from young people from across the Ribble Valley that just want...
The Ribble Valley District run various D of E Award schemes, from Bronze through to Gold, throughout the area.
www.lancsycs.org /ribble/home.asp   (379 words)

  
 Country pub lancashire food ribble valley restaurants pubs lancashire good food gastropub
Country pub lancashire food ribble valley restaurants pubs lancashire good food gastropub
The Three Fishes is the first venture into the pub market for Ribble Valley Inns, an associated company of Northcote Manor.
Over half a million pound investment will re-establish The Three Fishes as a sought after destination in The Ribble Valley after a complete refurbishment and interior design.
www.thethreefishes.com   (132 words)

  
 Lancashire - Exploring Ribble Valley   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
In the Ribble Valley, where the pretty village of Dunsop Bridge has officially been declared the very centre of the British Isles.
Idyllic country life continues as it always has done throughout the area in the treasure trove of well preserved villages, some of which have deservedly been celebrated by the media.
The quiet country lanes, footpaths and bridleways make exploration a real pleasure, whether walking, cycling, on horseback or touring by car, providing panoramic views of dramatic hills and fells, valleys, woodland and wild moorland, filled with fascinating wildlife.
www.lancashiretourism.com /displayExplore.asp?id=10   (185 words)

  
 Ribble Valley Sub Aqua Club (RVSAC) > Accessibility
Ribble Valley Sub Aqua Club recognises the importance of providing a website that can be used in a variety of ways which do not depend on a single sense, ability, or technology.
These access keys have been chosen to follow the UK Government Accesskeys Standard.
We encourage visitors to help us to identify and eliminate possible barriers by leaving feedback regarding accessibility features.
www.rvsac.org /Accessibility   (698 words)

  
 February 1991-Lancashire-Ribble Valley   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Our walks are centred in the Ribble Valley area and all end at the Ribchester Arms, Ribchester, where supper has been arranged.
This month's 'A' walk follows the picturesque valley of the River Hodder from Newton to the base of Longridge Fell.
Starting at Brungerley Bridge, Clitheroe (on the B6478 Waddington Road) we follow the route of the Ribble Way in reverse via Edisford Bridge, Great Mitton and Hurst Green and finish at the Ribchester Arms, Ribchester.
dspace.dial.pipex.com /prod/dialspace/town/pipexdsl/p/appm35/range/walks/1990-1991/feb.htm   (442 words)

  
 Age Concern Lancashire > Ribble Valley
In Ribble Valley this is provided by a Care and Respite Group which is a monthly social activity for carers, dependent older people and those who live on their own.
Our Outreach Officer who provides support in the Ribble Valley area, works to identify what is needed in local neighbourhoods and looks at ways of setting up services and activities to meet these needs.
We are currently providing a home visiting service, supporting people who have been discharged from hospital, running social and leisure activities to promote healthy ageing and supporting activities in many villages across the district.
www.ageconcernlancs.org.uk /index.cfm?id=196   (348 words)

  
 Ribble Valley Limousines : Limo hire in BLACKBURN, Lancashire
Ribble Valley Limousines : Limo hire in BLACKBURN, Lancashire
Ribble Valley Limousines offer a comprehensive limousine hire service throughout the North West.
You can contact Ribble Valley Limousines direct by completing the form below and clicking the 'Send' button.
www.uk-limo.co.uk /org-details.asp?OrgID=38   (215 words)

  
 Ribble Valley schools - Moorland School, Clitheroe
The Ribble Valley is an attractive part of North West England which adjoins the Trough of Bowland, within easy reach of the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks.
With hundreds of square miles of glorious and peaceful countryside, the Ribble Valley is the perfect location.
You can relax in the fresh air, walk the hills, stroll along riverside paths or explore dozens of ancient villages.
www.moorlandschool.co.uk /ribble_valley.htm   (181 words)

  
 The Ribble Valley Cycling & Racing Club Preston
Are you interested in joining other club members at spinning classes to be held at Preston College on Wednesday evenings, starting in November.
The "Valley" can provide access to all aspects of the sport and pastime of cycling.
With over 80 members, it offers a sociable and helpful atmosphere to the newcomer to club cycling, whether male or female and whatever age.
www.ribblevalleycrc.com   (255 words)

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