Ribble Valley Tourism Association

10/06/2024

https://www.clitheroecontemporary.co.uk/

Clitheroe Contemporary Arts Festival

>>> 15th & 16th June 2024

22/05/2024

Perfect Recruitment Ltd

🎉 We are absolutely thrilled to have been recognised by the Ribble Valley Tourism Association and to have won an award at their annual event! 🎉

This honour highlights the dedication and passion of our incredible team and the vibrant spirit of our industry. We are also delighted to see so many fantastic new businesses and outstanding staff members recognised alongside us.

Together, we are all contributing to making the Ribble Valley a premier destination. Here's to more success and continued excellence in our fabulous industry!

22/05/2024

Country Fried

22/05/2024

Bowland Wild Boar Animal Park

Our list of recognised stars just keeps on growing! 🌟

We attended the annual Ribble Valley Tourism Awards and the one and only 'Big Hat Dave' was awarded for going Above & Beyond. 🤠

Dave's enthusiasm, energy and infectious personality can't go a miss at Bowland Wild Boar Animal Park...Not to mention that cheeky smile 😁

Many of our visitors have built relationships with Big Hat Dave as he shares his wealth of knowledge on our Tractor Trailer ride and on our Wildlife Walk & Talks.
We're so proud he's part of our team

We ❤️ you Big Hat Dave!

22/05/2024

https://www.facebook.com/fpgymofficial

Fitness Plus is a state of art 24/7 gym in Longridge offering Gym, Lifestyle & Nutrition advice! We pride ourselves on offering the most professional and reliable service in the North West.

22/05/2024

Valley View Lodges

Winners!! 🎊 Thank you to those who nominated Valley View Lodges for the 2024 Ribble Valley Tourism Awards! 🏆

We received the award for 'excellence in customer service' which definitely sums up how hard our little team works to excel our guests' expectations.

Thanks again to Tom Pridmore and the team at Tourism for hosting a fantastic event for local businesses, and well done to everyone who won and received nominations for this years awards 👏🏼🏆

22/05/2024

3 Millstones Inn

Well done to our amazing team! We always knew it, but now it’s official ⭐️

22/05/2024

Foxfields Country Hotel

Well yesterday was special 🤩 we’re so grateful and thrilled ❤️ we are officially Stars of Ribble Valley Tourism! Our team are starting today with massive smiles ❤️

22/05/2024

La Tete et Tout

22/05/2024

The ‘Ribble Valley Tourism Gathering’ and Stars in Tourism awards, 2024✨

17/05/2024

🌟We are honoured to have won a 2024 Ribble Valley Tourism Award! Thank you to everyone that has supported us over the years and have recognised our hard work. It means the world to us.

We would like to dedicate this award to our very own star, Roy Spragg. The Wellsprings wouldn't be what it is now without you. You would have been so proud to see us win such an amazing achievement. We all miss you and your legacy will live on. Forever in our hearts ❤️

17/05/2024

17/05/2024

The Tourism Gathering, what a brilliant day for Ribble Valley tourism, A gallery of photos, including the award winners has been posted here https://www.rvta.co.uk/gallery/awards-2024-gallery/

17/05/2024

15/05/2024

The annual 'Ribble Valley Tourism Gathering' too place yesterday, 20 exhibitors and over 140 business representatives, some great speakers and of course the Stars in Tourism awards
Here is a glimpse, with more photos to follow

15/05/2024

Winners!!! We were so excited to be short listed for the Ribble Valley Stars in Tourism Awards.... and... we were even more excited to win! Thank you to Ribble Valley Tourism Association for hosting a great day, and well done to all those who took part and won awards today, including our fabulous team at our Ribble Valley park! 👏

09/05/2024

Lisa Goodwin-Allen, one of the most innovative and exciting chefs in the UK today, is one of the guest speakers at this year's Ribble Valley Tourism Gathering . To find out more go to
https://www.rvta.co.uk/ribble-valley-tourism-gathering/

08/05/2024

Celebrate Tourism in Ribble Valley

Ribble Valley Tourism Gathering
14th May 2024 Mitton Hall

Speakers announced
Exhibitors confirmed
Awards Judged

Programme
10am - Networking and meet exhibitors of local products and services
Exhibitors so far include
Kick Ass cheese, Bowland Brewery, Kushboo Soaps, Clitheroe Food Festival, Ribble Valley Wedding Heaven, Love Ribble Valley, Northern Print Distribution Limited, Tristar Printers, Harrison Drury, SpiritSmith, The North West Cyber Resilience Centre, Everything Retreat, Love to Brand, Blackburn college, UCLAN, Safety Solutions, DSM accountants,

Speakers
Speakers Lisa Goodwin Allen - 'Inspired by Ribble Valley'

Lisa Goodwin-Allen is one of the most innovative and exciting chefs in the UK today.
Leading the kitchen brigade at Northcote since the age of 23 and a regular face on Britain’s tv screens, she draws inspiration from the beautiful Ribble Valley landscape to produce stunning dishes which showcase the wide range of incredible produce the region has to offer.

Susan Briggs Director, The Tourism Network
Susan has worked in tourism marketing for over 30 years, helping over 8500 small and large businesses to improve their marketing without spending a fortune. She specialises in practical advice, offering ideas that can be implemented immediately on a small budget.

Steven Core Head of Business Development at VoltShare.
Steven aims to inform business owners around the benefits of EV charging and the opportunities that it can create, and work with businesses to help make them more sustainable.

12.30pm - Lunch and further opportunity to network

1.30pm – 2 pm ‘Ribble Valley Stars in Tourism Awards’

To attend this popular event, the price, which includes lunch is-
RVTA MEMBERS £5 (max 2, additional guests £14.95 per head)
Non-members £14.95 per head. Payable on the day or via BACS on request.

Closing date for tickets 12 noon Friday 10th May

The Ribble Valley Tourism Gathering is organised by Ribble Valley Borough Council and the Ribble Valley Tourism Association. It is attended by representatives from local tourism business, including hotels, restaurants, shops, holiday cottages, attractions, caravan parks and wedding venues.
The event is generously sponsored by Harrison Drury .

30/04/2024

Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Festival 3rd - 6th May 2024
Live music and numerous venues across the area, a ‘must visit’ event for jazz lovers.
This great event is not organised by us, so for more information go to -
www.rvjazzandblues.co.uk

26/04/2024

https://www.rvta.co.uk/stars-in-tourism-nomination/
1 DAY LEFT!
Today is the final day to submit your nominations for who you think deserves an amazing award for many different categories!
Don't forget nominations should relate to tourism and hospitality businesses in Ribble Valley and do not have to be a member of Ribble Valley Tourism Association to be considered.

22/04/2024

19/04/2024

🤺 Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 April
Slay Boredom and enjoy a weekend with Academie Glorianna at Castle.
Call in to this free event from 11am to 3.30pm.
Listen to bitesize talks about the Longsword, Backsword, Two-handed swords and more. Chat to the experts and watch combat demonstrations.
The full programme runs both days. We look forward to seeing you soon. https://events.apps.lancashire.gov.uk/w/webpage/event-details?eventid=388807

18/04/2024

Time to make your nominations https://www.rvta.co.uk/stars-in-tourism-nomination/

18/04/2024

16/04/2024

Time to make your nominations https://www.rvta.co.uk/stars-in-tourism-nomination/

Last year, Maurizio Bocchi was the Food Champion in the Ribble Valley Stars in Tourism awards,
Who do you think deserves a Star in Ribble Valley Tourism this year?
Nominate your star here https://www.rvta.co.uk/stars-in-tourism-nomination/

La Locanda of Gisburn

16/04/2024

Time to make your nominations https://www.rvta.co.uk/stars-in-tourism-nomination/

Last year, Stirk House Hotel won a Stars in Tourism award for Tourism Innovation
Who do you think deserves a Star in Ribble Valley Tourism this year?
Nominate your star here https://www.rvta.co.uk/stars-in-tourism-nomination/

Stirk House

16/04/2024

Time to make your nominations https://www.rvta.co.uk/stars-in-tourism-nomination/

Last year, Everything Retreat won a Stars in Tourism award for Transformational Tourism
Who do you think deserves a Star in Ribble Valley Tourism this year?
Nominate your star here https://www.rvta.co.uk/stars-in-tourism-nomination/

Everything Retreat