Sleeps 4 - Old Farmhouse - Near Pendle Hill

Step back in time and experience a piece of Lancashire’s history at this unique 200-year-old house in the heart of Trawden village. Once a farmhouse, then a bakery, and even the birthplace of Hartley’s Jam, this charming property offers a truly authentic stay surrounded by countryside, heritage, and local character.

- Originally built as a farmhouse around 200 years ago
- Once home to the original Hartley’s Jam kitchen in 1874
- Later used as Pickles Bakery – historic photo displayed inside
- Lovingly converted while retaining original stonework and character
- EV charging available on-site (at a cost)
- Free parking available for guests

The Space

- Two-bedroom home with kitchen, dining room, living room, and bathroom
- Living room accessed down two steps with traditional double doors
- Historic features throughout including old flour shoots, dry stone foundations, and original doorways
- Warm, welcoming interiors offering modern comfort with a touch of history

Sleeping Arrangements

- Bedroom 1 – double bed
- Bedroom 2 – twin beds
- Sleeps up to 4 guests comfortably

Bathroom

- Bathroom with walk-in shower, toilet, and sink

Local History & Highlights

- Former Hartley’s Jam site – see one of the original jam pans nearby
- The Trawden Arms pub (120 yards away) serves excellent local food
- Community-owned village shop featured on ITV as a local success story
- Quarry heritage nearby including “The Rock” and old stone mills
- Stream runs beneath the house, once used for bakery drainage

Local Attractions and Activities

- Wycoller Country Park – 1.5 miles (walk via the 1000-year-old clapper bridge)
- Pendle Hill – 5 miles
- Haworth & Brontë Country – 5 miles
- Skipton & Skipton Castle – 12 miles
- Manchester & Leeds – 30 miles (about 1 hour drive)
- Blackpool Illuminations – 50 miles (about 1 hour 15 minutes via M65 & M6)
- Colne Town Centre – 2 miles, with Boundary Mill and local cafés
- Leeds & Liverpool Canal – runs through Colne
- Train to Leeds or Manchester from Manchester Road Station – around 1 hour

House Rules

- Check-in from 4 PM | Check-out by 10 AM
- No smoking inside the property
- Pets not specified – please confirm before booking
- EV charging available for guests (extra charge applies)
- Please respect the home’s historic nature and surrounding village