And if retail therapy is wearing a bit thin, you could just pop across the road from Musbury Fabrics to sample some industrial heritage at Helmshore Textile Museum , a fascinating working museum. On a guided tour by friendly, informative staff, you can follow the development of the textile industry in Lancashire from small beginnings to be Britain's largest exporting industry. A wide range of quality furniture, ceramics, books and jewellery are on sale and a tea room will quench your thirst if you are ready for a cuppa. Telephone 01706 830803. The shop at 23 Main Street, Bolton-by Bowland is in an idyllic country setting and opens just at weekends, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Light refreshments are available from the cafe.
Barden Lane, Burnley. Bankfield Mill, Greenfield Road, Colne. The Bedding Box - home textiles. Glebe Street, Great Harwood. The Chocolate House - hand made chocolates.