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THE PUB’S BEER GARDEN HAS PLENTY OF SPOTS TO EAT, DRINK AND TAKE IN THE SCENERY 07:55, 12 Apr 2025 The UK's 'gastropub valley' is home to a number of amazing pub-restaurants

that are well worth the drive from Liverpool. The Ribble Valley, which is within driving distance of Liverpool, is home to "a seasonal food ethos" and plenty of fertile farmland,

with a number of Michelin-acclaimed restaurants. A number of local producers, such as cheesemaker Mrs Kirkham’s, are recognised nationwide - and the area has established itself as a real

foodie destination. With such a wealth of amazing pubs, there's one beer garden in the area that's absolutely "exquisite", according to a celebrity chef. The Telegraph

recently asked famous chefs to pick their favourite pubs with secret beer gardens. One of the chefs consulted for the list was Atul Kochhar, who is the owner and chef of Kanishka - a modern

Indian restaurant in London's Mayfair. Mr Kochhar chose The Three Fishes, which is located in the village of Mitton in the Ribble Valley. Located around 50 miles, and just over a

60-minute drive, from Liverpool, the Ribble Valley has "plenty to explore" including "charming villages and market towns, rolling hills, green valleys and forest". But

The Telegraph's article correctly points out the area is also very well known as being something of a destination for foodies. Article continues below This reputation is so well

established, the Ribble Valley has earned the title of 'the UK's capital of gastropubs', with The Three Fishes holding its own among so many incredible options in the area.

Run by chef patron Nigel Haworth, who worked for over 30 years at the renowned Northcote restaurant and helped it earn a Michelin star, The Three Fishes was described by Mr Kochhar as

"a hub of culinary excellence". This destination pub-restaurant boasts "a two-acre organic garden offering a diverse range of vegetables, fruits and herbs that are used in the

restaurant". Mr Kochhar said: "I have great admiration for his spontaneous approach to menus, which always showcases the freshest ingredients straight from the garden. He has

ever-changing seasonal dishes - you never know what will be on the menu.” As well as a five or seven course Farm To Fork tasting menus, the main Choice menu offers deer, cod, beef, and

celeriac and Shittake lasagne, while there’s also a dedicated Plant-Based menu. The pub’s exquisite beer garden has plenty of spots to eat, drink and take in the Ribble Valley scenery. An

area of outstanding natural beauty, Ribble Valley is well-known for its scenic countryside, delicious food and famous landmarks. Award-winning Clitheroe Castle is one of the best known

landmarks in Ribble Valley, with an interactive museum and keep. The castle’s Keep is free to explore and you can also enjoy panoramic views of the Valley from the historic location.

Close-by to Clitheroe Castle is a former textiles mill, Holmes Mill. Established in 1823, Holmes Mill has been brought back to life and developed into a leisure venue, with its own beer

hall, food hall and hotel. The venue retains a number of original features to keep the Victorian Industrial theme going, such as a large mill engine located in the ‘engine room’. The 14th

Century Whalley Abbey is another famous visitor attraction, set in beautiful gardens and lush woodland beside the River Calder. Just eight miles from Whalley Abbey sits the remains of a

Cistercian Abbey in Sawley, founded in 1148 and located on the banks of the River Ribble. Located on the North bank of the River Ribble is Lancashire’s only specialist Roman museum, in the

picturesque Roman village of Ribchester. The museum was built above the remains of the headquarters building of the Roman fort and opened up to the public, back in 1914. Each year, the

museum holds an annual Roman re-enactment, where visitors can come along and watch exciting and realistic demonstrations, based on the everyday and military life of the Romans. Article

continues below Dominating the skyline of the rural and picturesque landscape is Pendle Hill, which is renowned for its connection with the trials of the 17th century Pendle witches, which

took place in 1612, as well as for the visitation of George Fox, who had a vision of a “great people to be gathered” waiting for him.