The Millstone, Mellor Hotel - Blackburn (Lancashire)
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AA Rosette country inn in Lancashire's Ribble Valley
Dining at the AA Rosette restaurant
The Millstone, Mellor holds an AA Rosette for its restaurant, where chefs use fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create seasonal menus. The bar serves Thwaites cask ales and fine international wines alongside homemade puddings and hearty breakfasts. The evening menu includes creative dishes such as steak and kidney pudding, while breakfast offers a made-to-order cooked meal with a continental selection.
Well-appointed guest rooms
Each bedroom at the millstone at mellor comes with tea and coffee facilities, fresh milk, and homemade biscuits. Rooms include free Wi-Fi, a modern bathroom with White Company toiletries, and comfortable beds with large pillows. Some suites, like the Chairman's Suite, offer a separate sitting room and a bedroom with premium amenities.
Pet-friendly accommodations
The Millstone, Mellor is a pet-friendly hotel with dedicated dog rooms that include a welcome pack, bed, bowls, and treats. Dogs are allowed in the bar area for dining, and the staff offer a blanket and a sausage at breakfast. The hotel also provides a dog food menu for four-legged guests.
Location in the Ribble Valley
The millstone at mellor is set in the Ribble Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just 3 miles from Blackburn. The hotel is close to the Forest of Bowland, the Tolkien Trail, and historic landmarks such as Hoghton Tower and Clitheroe Castle. Free on-site parking is available, and Manchester is a 40-minute drive away.
Outdoor activities and nearby attractions
Guests at the Millstone, Mellor can access fishing and hiking trails directly from the hotel, including routes through the Forest of Bowland. The nearby Tolkien Trail offers scenic walks inspired by the author's time in the area. For day trips, Preston is a 15-minute drive and Clitheroe Castle is within easy reach.
- Dining: AA Rosette restaurant with seasonal local menus
- Pets: dedicated dog rooms with welcome packs and dog menu
- Location: Ribble Valley in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- Rooms: suites with separate sitting rooms and White Company toiletries
- Activities: fishing, hiking trails, and the Tolkien Trail nearby
- Parking: free on-site parking available
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
165 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Room size:
165 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Room size:
195 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Millstone, Mellor Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 127 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 2.5 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 24.1 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Blackpool International, BLK |
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