Sawley village grew up around the ruined Sawley Abbey, on the banks of the river Ribble. Its name refers to 'the damp spot where the willows grow'. The Abbey was founded by William Percy II in 1147.
Sabden
Sabden was a farming valley from the 13th century onwards, and you can still see the remains of 'vaccary walls' from this time in some areas.
Newchurch clings to the southern slopes of Pendle Hill. The village is famous for St Mary's church and its curious 'eye of God' on the tower which watches over the village.
Long Preston
This small village on the A65 and the river Aire lies between Bowland and the Yorkshire Dales.
The beautiful and idyllic village of Hurst Green is situated in the heart of the Ribble Valley. The village is reputed to be haunted by the Highwayman Ned King, who is thought to be the ghostly figure seen riding through the village late at night.
The Lune Valley was at one time a major route through to Scotland and the North East. It retained a strong coaching trade throughout the 18th century.
Grindleton
Grindleton is situated on a terrace above the River Ribble with superb views of Pendle Hill. It is a Saxon planned village climbing linearly up the fell, parallel to Grindleton Brook.
The little church at Eldroth was built around 1627 as a chapel and school house, The chief point of interest amongst the scattered farmhouses that go to make up Lawkland is the hall.
