We recently held our civil ceremony and wedding reception at the Moorcock Inn. We were first struck by the stunning location and olde-worlde ambience. It then became apparent on speaking to members of staff, that they were perfectly happy to tailor the wedding WE wanted, which made a pleasant change from other venues where rules and regulations were more the order of the day. We left that initial meeting convinced we'd found our venue. After this came the change of management, which worried us a little, but we were then most impressed with the new management staff when we met them.
For the wedding itself, the venue looked absolutely gorgeous, the staff were extremely helpful and accommodating as to the decoration and personal touches we wanted. The food, as we had found out during meals on previous visits, is absolutely superb. Steve the chef created a menu based on our preferences, and easily adapted this to accommodate vegetarian guests, and guests with various food allergies. The quality and presentation of the food, all our guests agreed, was faultless. Prices at the bar are reasonable, the staff are calm and efficient, yet friendly and attentive. The bridal suite is a very large and beautiful room with a gorgeous view and lovely personal touches. Our guests spoke highly of their rooms as well. Breakfast the following morning was also of a very high standard.
If criticism is to be made, it is that admittedly the water heating system is in need of modernisation. In order to compete with other hotels of similar standard, this really does need attention. We are sure that in the near future the new management will attend to this. This is, however, the only negative point we can make. Overall, if you are looking for a venue for a civil wedding, reception, or indeed any other function, we would highly recommend The Moorcock Inn.

This hotel has a lovely location overlooking Pendle Hill, Clitheroe and moorland, yet it needs major work to make this an enjoyable place to stay. The exterior of the hotel, and its extensive land, are tired, faded and unkempt and closer inspection reveals that much of the structure looks like it might fall down at any moment! The bar and, strangely, the ladies loos are smart but the rooms are unacceptably expensive for their state. Our party had three rooms which had a number of problems. They weren't clean, none of the showers worked (no hot water and, on the second day, no water!), the bathroom door didn't shut properly, carpets were stained and the kettle was so filthy that we daren't use it. Throughout our stay, the staff were friendly and helpful but this didn't really make up for the fact that, at £80 per room, this was very expensive for a poor stay. We did complain and they knocked money off the bill. We hope that, in time, they will be able to give this place the TLC it needs to become a lovely hotel - something that must be essential to compete with the many wonderful hotels in Bowland.

Worth the trip off the A59 up to this old country inn for the stunning views over the Ribble Valley and Pendle Hill. Staff were very welcoming and met the new owner, Steven, who is also a top Chef, as the food was good local stuff - the mixed grill was excellent value. Room was clean and comfortable and had free wi-fi, though a few paintwork and carpet marks here and there, though the new owners say they are just refurbishing them this summer - only needs a lick of paint in places really. Nice traditional decor and very quiet, so had a great night and was ready to get back on the road next day after the best breakfast i've had a long while.

My husband and i felt we were an inconvienience rather than hotel guests, this hotel is more for large funktions, we found a distinct lack of hospitality.