What it is
The Great House Barn offers a cozy atmosphere with delicious food and drinks near you. Dogs are welcome both inside and in the outdoor seating area. Vegetarian friendly, some vegan & gluten free options.
The Great House Barn offers a cozy atmosphere with delicious food and drinks near you. Dogs are welcome both inside and in the outdoor seating area. Vegetarian friendly, some vegan & gluten free options.
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Address and directions for planning your walk + stop.
Rivington Lane, Rivington Hall Barn, BL6 7SB
Numerous nature trails and walks within the area are a popular focal point for hikers and ramblers. The village of Rivington itself is of outstanding natural beauty and interest and there are Rivington Barns if you need to stop for a quick bite or drink.
Mixed reviews on this but at least since 2024, dogs are allowed inside.
Clear information about dogs, seating and what to expect.
The Great House Barn offers a cozy atmosphere with delicious food and drinks near you. Dogs are welcome both inside and in the outdoor seating area. Vegetarian friendly, some vegan & gluten free options.
Mixed reviews on this but at least since 2024, dogs are allowed inside.
If anything, reviews suggest there are too many dogs inside. Something to consider if your dog is reactive or can't sit still around other dogs.
Pair this café/pub with a good route.
A popular circular walk to Rivington Pike with great views.
A moderately challenging loop from Rivington Hall Barn.
Short circuit in Rivington Terraced Gardens.
An easy loop around Lord Leverhulme's 45-acre terraced gardens at Rivington.
A longer circular walk near you of around 9.7 km linking the replica Liverpool Castle, Rivington Terraced Gardens and Rivington Pike.
More options nearby if this one is busy.
The Pike Snack Shack is a family run coffee stop at the gateway to the West Pennine Moors. As the name implies this is a shack, not a sit in cafe. Although there are a few seats outside, this one seems more "on the go". They sell pies, pasties, snacks and a good selection of hot and cold drinks.
A small coffee stop above Rivington Terraced Gardens and below Rivington Pike Tower. They sell hot drinks and cakes. This is a shack type building, with no real indoor area. There are a few places to sit outside but this is more of a takeaway.
Dog policies can change - updates are valuable.