Downham Camping Barn, Twiston Lane, Downham, Clitheroe, Lancs. BB7 4DF

Call Bookings Secretary on 07817 725976

Camping Barn with views of Pendle Hill in the Trough of Bowland ANOB, Lancashire


Offering an unrivalled view across to Pendle Hill in the heart of the Trough of Bowland National Landscape, formerly AONB, Downham Camping Barn offers great value accommodation for many types of events and celebrations. It is very popular with walkers, cyclists and DofE groups, especially with parties using it as a tranquil base from which to explore this hidden corner of Lancashire over a period of days.

The barn consists of an upstairs sleeping area for approximately 12, with separate WC/wash area and sitting area, with long table and benches at ground level. Photovoltaic cells provide power for limited LED lighting (but not for phone charging) and there is a wood-burning stove with fuel available to purchase at time of booking. Outside, there is space for additional tents – the number will depend on the tent size – as well as seating, a barbeque and fire pit.

Guests need to bring their own camp beds/roll mats and cooking equipment. There is parking for approximately four cars in a layby on the immediately adjacent lane. The barn is situated approx. ¾ mile from Downham village which has a popular pub, tearoom and ice cream shop. There is public transport to the charming market town of Clitheroe and further afield.

There is a 2 night only booking policy and extra tents are charged per unit starting at £12 for a 2-man tent. Although the Barn is relatively isolated, guests are requested to respect the tranquil nature of the location with no loud music after 10pm.

Please note: Guests are required to remove all rubbish on vacating the barn.


With unrivalled views of Pendle Hill, Downham Camping Barn is a short walk from Downham village pubs & cafes.
Popular with walkers, cyclists & DofE groups the recently refurbished barn sleeps 12 (BYO camp beds or roll mats). There’s a cooking & sitting area & WC. Photovoltaic cells provide power for limited LED lighting (but not for phone charging) and there is a wood-burning stove with fuel available to purchase. Outside there is a gas BBQ & fire pit and space for tents.

Offering an unrivalled view across to Pendle Hill in the heart of the Trough of Bowland National Landscape, formerly AONB, Downham Camping Barn offers great value accommodation for many types of events and celebrations. It is very popular with walkers, cyclists and DofE groups, especially with parties using it as a tranquil base from which to explore this hidden corner of Lancashire over a period of days.

The barn consists of an upstairs sleeping area for approximately 12, with separate WC/wash area and sitting area, with long table and benches at ground level. Photovoltaic cells provide power for limited LED lighting (but not for phone charging) and there is a wood-burning stove with fuel available to purchase at time of booking. Outside, there is space for additional tents – the number will depend on the tent size – as well as seating, a barbeque and fire pit.

Guests need to bring their own camp beds/roll mats and cooking equipment. There is parking for approximately four cars in a layby on the immediately adjacent lane. The barn is situated approx. ¾ mile from Downham village which has a popular pub, tearoom and ice cream shop. There is public transport to the charming market town of Clitheroe and further afield.

There is a 2 night only booking policy and extra tents are charged per unit starting at £12 for a 2-man tent. Although the Barn is relatively isolated, guests are requested to respect the tranquil nature of the location with no loud music after 10pm.

Please note: Guests are required to remove all rubbish on vacating the barn.


This accommodation is featured on our map of Yorkshire and Lancashire and here is its own website.

Availability

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Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    12: 1x12 + camping
  • Open:

    All year. Check out by 11am unless previously agreed.
  • Price per night:

    Barn: £200 (min 2 nights). Tents: from £12 for a 2-man tent.
  • Booking:

    Please e mail or phone the bookings secretary
  • Directions:

    From the A59 take the junction signposted for Chatburn, Rimington & Downham onto Sawley Road. Proceed to the centre of the village of Chatburn and turn onto Downham Road, follow this into Downham Village. At the Assheton Arms, turn left on to Twiston Lane and proceed 0.7 miles. The camping barn can be found close to the roadside on your right hand side.
  • Public Transport :

    Nearest train station Clitheroe with direct trains from Manchester Victoria. Local buses go from Clitheroe to Downham Village Centre. From here, the camping barn is a short walk along Twiston Lane.
  • Walks :

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks The Pennine Bridleway Trans Euro Trail Great North Trail
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This accommodation is available at the following peak times

Available May Day Bank Holiday 2024 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2024 Available August Bank Holiday 2023 Available October Half Term 2024 Available for Christmas 2023 Available New Year 2024 / 2025 Available February Half Term 2025 Available Easter 2025

Facilities

aMixed dormitories
fSleeping bags required
hSome areas heated
ZDogs by arrangement
wGroups Only

Map

Map showing the location of Downham Camping Barn

News & Offers from Downham Camping Barn

Online Booking Now Available

April 5th 2024

Downham’s camping barn in the heart of the Trough of Bowland Area of National Beaty has an unrivaled view across to Pendle Hill. You can now book exclusive use of this barn, for groups of up to 12 people and bring along some tents for camping for a larger group. Ideal for away-from-it-all all simple events and celebrations, popular with walkers, cyclists and D of E groups. BOOK HERE .

Downham Camping Barn ex YHA near Pendle Hill in the Trough of Bowland ANOB, Lancashire
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Forest of Bowland National Landscape

March 27th 2024

The Forest of Bowland offers some of the most beautiful and remote walking and cycling in the country, from the grandeur and isolation of the moorland hills to the undulating lowlands with their distinctive pattern of settlements, woodland cloughs and river valleys. Downham Camping Barn offers basic accommodation with unrivalled view across to Pendle Hill in the heart of the Trough of Bowland AONB. Run by the local Downham Estate, it offers great value accommodation for many types of events and celebrations, as well as being very popular with walker and cyclists.

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Downham Camping Barn ex YHA near Pendle Hill in the Trough of Bowland ANOB, Lancashire

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