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Baxenden

Home to the Hollands Pies manufacturing site, Baxenden has a village charm of its own.

Crazy Pancho’s, Altham.

Hyndburn from the air.

Dog Inn, Belthorn.

Altham, Church, Huncoat and Belthorn

Sanderson’s Butchers.

Monte Christo Express.

Altham is a key industrial area for Hyndburn, with major employers such as the nationally famous Senator Group located there. There are lots of reasons to shop locally here too. GM Fitted Furniture is your go to when you want to replace or create beautiful, high class fitted furniture in your home. If you have an awkward space you’re not sure what to do with, contact them for their expert advice. If you’re planning to spend Christmas at home, this might be the time to invest in furniture that will last. Crazy Panchos is the place for authentic Mexican food – Levi’s special burrito has more fillings than you can imagine. With daily specials on the menu, there’s always a reason to return for those delicious authentic dishes. Church has a delicious Chinese eatery Kwong Ming, with specials such as Curried Roast Pork and those ever popular Salt & Pepper Wings. Milky Bar is nearby, those with a sweet tooth will love their shakes, ice creams, smoothies and even old school puddings such as jam roly poly!

Huncoat is home to the famous Griffin’s Head and their beautifully presented locally sourced food. Try a super deep cheese and onion pie, a brisket burger or one of their renowned steaks. Pop in to see Diane and Lauren at the Village Chippy for all your traditional chippy, fish and pie desires. They’re even serving Dab T’Cakes, and they are hard to find elsewhere! The Whitakers Arms completes our round up of Huncoat, a delicious gastropub serving delicacies such as pig’s cheek, lamb’s liver and a highly regarded Sunday roast. They also do weekend breakfasts that have to be experienced to fully appreciate! The Dog Inn at Belthorn has a fabulous menu including Belthorn Lamb Shepherd’s Pie, and Ox Cheek Bourguignon – this area really has some outstanding places to eat.

Your local traditional butcher is Sanderson’s Butchers. They offer home delivery across East Lancashire, and you can order online. They source their meat locally, from the best farms in Lancashire. George’s very own lamb is reared less than a mile away from the shop, perfect for your Christmas and New Year celebration meals. Monte Cristo Express is here, sister location to the Monte Cristo Restaurant, based in Church, offering the finest in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Try their moussaka, kleftiko, or chicken kebab alongside your Italian delights. Shirley’s Bakery offers not just baked goods and treats, but bacon butties, broth and dumplings, pies and all served with a very warm welcome. You can keep yourself looking smart at Lindsay Jane Hair and Beauty; alongside nails, brows and hair services, she’s also selling some wonderful Christmas gift boxes including Caviar luxury shampoo and conditioner for £44. Botany Florist is your go to for special occasions, to style up your home, or just for a treat. They stock cards from local artists Quirky Frog, mentioned elsewhere in this magazine. More than just floral displays, Botany offers stylish home interior goods and luxury artisan home fragrances – making ideal Christmas gifts. For those all important medical needs, Baxenden has a pharmacy, clinic and dental surgery. Drop off your dry cleaning at Sanderson’s Hot Off The Press, and then if you’ve time to relax, call into the Alma Inn, a traditional pub or the heart of the village, Baxenden Village Club.

Lindsay Jane Hair and Beauty.

Griffin's Head, Huncoat.

Hyndburn from the air.

Milky Bar and Kwong Ming, Church.

Botany Florist.

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