Access Statement for Peers Clough Farm
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Introduction
Peers Clough Farm is a 200 year old dairy farm offering B&B accommodation. We welcome riders, walkers and cyclists on the Mary Towneley Loop of the Pennine Bridleway. Our main aim is to provide a clean, comfortable, welcoming and friendly stop for those who enjoy the outdoor pursuits of the area, or are visiting for any reason. Please note that due to the age, structure and layout of the farm our accommodation may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
Pre-Arrival
• We have websites appertaining to the services we offer
www.peerscloughpackhorses.co.uk
www.peerscloughfarm.co.uk
• We can be contacted by phone 01706 210552
phone / text/ WhatsApp 07527 241627
or e mail
[email protected]
Arrival & Car Parking Facilities
• Peers Clough is three-quarters of a mile from the nearest main road.
• The lane leading to the farmhouse is unlit, single track and bumpy in parts and care should be taken when driving
This is a farming community and you may meet farm machinery or activity.
• The driveway to the farm is clearly signed and car park can be accessed from either side of the farm buildings.
• We have ample car parking facilities and can also cater for horse box and
trailer parking.
• There are uneven steps down from car park level to the door, but this can also be accessed from the drive with no steps.
Main Entrance & Reception
Please use the back door of the farmhouse.
• Access is unsuitable for wheelchair users
• The entrance hall is a small farmhouse type and a step down leads to the office where registration will take place.
• If entering from the outside courtyard there is a step up into the office and access through a back porch.
• Floor covering in entrance hall and kitchen is tiled - could be slippy when wet.
Public Areas - WC
• There are 2 toilets outside in the courtyard for the use of riders when they arrive, on departure or as necessary- do not put anything other than toilet paper down these toilets!!!
Public Areas - General (Internal)
Dining Kitchen
• Breakfast and evening meals are served in the kitchen.
• Microwave, toaster, kettle and fridge are available for the use of guests.
We are not licensed to sell alcohol, but you are welcome to bring your own.
Lounges
2 lounges are available, wood-burning stoves and smart t.v.
Laundry
• Washing machine is available in the office for a small charge.
Bedrooms
There are three bedrooms:
1. Double room: can be accessed by integral staircase, of old stone or by main staircase. You will be advised.
• Windows are high up so no views!
• There is limited space between furniture
• There is a designated shower outside the bedroom and designated toilet at the bottom of the stairs - do not put anything other than toilet paper down this toilet!!
• TV and remote control
Twin rooms are accessed by main farmhouse staircase
2. Twin room 1 :
• There is limited space between furniture
• The windows are high so do not afford views
• Shared shower and toilet with other twin room
3. Twin room 2
• There is limited space between furniture
• Shared shower and toilet with other twin room
• Please note - our farm caters mainly for people who are walking/riding/cycling together and who are happy to share facilities.
Bathroom, Shower-room & Wc
• Double room has walk in shower situated just outside the bedroom door.
• Tiled floor and shower panels
• Glass bifold door with handle
• Power shower
• Designated toilet at foot of stairs
• Step up to vinyl floor
• Wash hand basin (inset into worktop, flat front)
• w.c.
• Guests bathroom has vinyl flooring
• Step in shower, curved sliding doors
• Wash hand basin, freestanding
• w.c.
Office
Hand washing facilities
Laundry facilities
• All access routes from the office have a step up or down
Outdoor Facilities
• Stabling and paddocks are provided for visiting horses with straw bedding and hay or haylage
• A secure tack room is available for saddlery and garage for mountain bikes.
• Hosepipes are available for wash-off.
• Undercover courtyard area for leaving boots and outdoor clothing, smoking, admiring the view
Toilets available in the courtyard - do not put anything other than toilet paper down this toilet!!!
Attractions
• Pony trekking is available from the farm
• Fully qualified staff
• Friendly ponies
• Safe hacking
Information on local attractions available
Grounds and Gardens
• Peers Clough Farm is on a hill and the garden areas are inclined or terraced.
• Tables, chairs and benches are situated around the garden areas or in the courtyard for guests' use.
• Guests may smoke in the garden areas or courtyard, but not in the barn or stableyard.
• Toilets are available in the courtyard - do not put anything other than toilet paper down these toilets!!
• Extreme care must be taken when horses are being moved around the yard.
• Guests are welcome to visit horses outside or on the yard, but should not go into fields or stables and we accept no responsibility for ponies nibbling guests!
• Guests are welcome to walk on any public footpaths around the farm and enjoy the stunning scenery.
Bins are located in the courtyard for household waste and the recycling of
paper/ card
cans / glass / plastics
Additional Information
Peers Clough Road
Lumb
Rossendale
Lancashire
BB4 9NG
• Telephone: 01706 210552
Phone /text/ WhatsApp 07527 241627
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.peerscloughfarm.co.uk
• Hours of operation: Any time, although there may be some hours when the property is not manned and arrivals should be booked in to ensure a positive welcome.
The Cottage@ Peers Clough Farm
The Cottage is accessed from the covered courtyard down 3 steps into the kitchen or through the front door up one step into a small porch with vinyl floorcovering. Free wifi is available
The kitchen:
vinyl floor covering
dining table and 6 chairs
electric oven and ceramic hob
fridge / freezer
washer / dryer
microwave
kettle
toaster
stainless steel sink
kitchen units comprising cupboards and drawers
controllable electric radiator
waste bin
small bin for compost waste
off the kitchen there is a cupboard housing hot water tank, high chair, vacuum cleaner, first aid kit and fire blanket.
Downstairs toilet :
vinyl floorcovering
toilet
wash handbasin
storage unit
Lounge:
Fitted carpet
controllable electric radiator / electric fire
t.v. / unit /table lamp
table
3 piece suite
cupboard, toys suitable for young children/jigsaws/books
through door to porch:
vinyl floorcovering
open plan to stairs and landing carpeted/bannister rail- off which
Bedroom 1:
electric radiator
fitted carpet
1 king size bed
1 single bed
bedside cupboard and chest of drawers
Bedroom 2:
electric radiator
1 double bed
1 single bed
bedside cupboards and chest of drawers
Bathroom:
Standard acrylic bath
Large shower cubicle and mira sport electric shower
wash hand basin
w.c.
We welcome your feedback to help us continuously improve. If you have any comments please phone 01706 210552 or email [email protected]
Created on: 03/02/2009 / updated January 2024
Introduction
Peers Clough Farm is a 200 year old dairy farm offering B&B accommodation. We welcome riders, walkers and cyclists on the Mary Towneley Loop of the Pennine Bridleway. Our main aim is to provide a clean, comfortable, welcoming and friendly stop for those who enjoy the outdoor pursuits of the area, or are visiting for any reason. Please note that due to the age, structure and layout of the farm our accommodation may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
Pre-Arrival
• We have websites appertaining to the services we offer
www.peerscloughpackhorses.co.uk
www.peerscloughfarm.co.uk
• We can be contacted by phone 01706 210552
phone / text/ WhatsApp 07527 241627
or e mail
[email protected]
Arrival & Car Parking Facilities
• Peers Clough is three-quarters of a mile from the nearest main road.
• The lane leading to the farmhouse is unlit, single track and bumpy in parts and care should be taken when driving
This is a farming community and you may meet farm machinery or activity.
• The driveway to the farm is clearly signed and car park can be accessed from either side of the farm buildings.
• We have ample car parking facilities and can also cater for horse box and
trailer parking.
• There are uneven steps down from car park level to the door, but this can also be accessed from the drive with no steps.
Main Entrance & Reception
Please use the back door of the farmhouse.
• Access is unsuitable for wheelchair users
• The entrance hall is a small farmhouse type and a step down leads to the office where registration will take place.
• If entering from the outside courtyard there is a step up into the office and access through a back porch.
• Floor covering in entrance hall and kitchen is tiled - could be slippy when wet.
Public Areas - WC
• There are 2 toilets outside in the courtyard for the use of riders when they arrive, on departure or as necessary- do not put anything other than toilet paper down these toilets!!!
Public Areas - General (Internal)
Dining Kitchen
• Breakfast and evening meals are served in the kitchen.
• Microwave, toaster, kettle and fridge are available for the use of guests.
We are not licensed to sell alcohol, but you are welcome to bring your own.
Lounges
2 lounges are available, wood-burning stoves and smart t.v.
Laundry
• Washing machine is available in the office for a small charge.
Bedrooms
There are three bedrooms:
1. Double room: can be accessed by integral staircase, of old stone or by main staircase. You will be advised.
• Windows are high up so no views!
• There is limited space between furniture
• There is a designated shower outside the bedroom and designated toilet at the bottom of the stairs - do not put anything other than toilet paper down this toilet!!
• TV and remote control
Twin rooms are accessed by main farmhouse staircase
2. Twin room 1 :
• There is limited space between furniture
• The windows are high so do not afford views
• Shared shower and toilet with other twin room
3. Twin room 2
• There is limited space between furniture
• Shared shower and toilet with other twin room
• Please note - our farm caters mainly for people who are walking/riding/cycling together and who are happy to share facilities.
Bathroom, Shower-room & Wc
• Double room has walk in shower situated just outside the bedroom door.
• Tiled floor and shower panels
• Glass bifold door with handle
• Power shower
• Designated toilet at foot of stairs
• Step up to vinyl floor
• Wash hand basin (inset into worktop, flat front)
• w.c.
• Guests bathroom has vinyl flooring
• Step in shower, curved sliding doors
• Wash hand basin, freestanding
• w.c.
Office
Hand washing facilities
Laundry facilities
• All access routes from the office have a step up or down
Outdoor Facilities
• Stabling and paddocks are provided for visiting horses with straw bedding and hay or haylage
• A secure tack room is available for saddlery and garage for mountain bikes.
• Hosepipes are available for wash-off.
• Undercover courtyard area for leaving boots and outdoor clothing, smoking, admiring the view
Toilets available in the courtyard - do not put anything other than toilet paper down this toilet!!!
Attractions
• Pony trekking is available from the farm
• Fully qualified staff
• Friendly ponies
• Safe hacking
Information on local attractions available
Grounds and Gardens
• Peers Clough Farm is on a hill and the garden areas are inclined or terraced.
• Tables, chairs and benches are situated around the garden areas or in the courtyard for guests' use.
• Guests may smoke in the garden areas or courtyard, but not in the barn or stableyard.
• Toilets are available in the courtyard - do not put anything other than toilet paper down these toilets!!
• Extreme care must be taken when horses are being moved around the yard.
• Guests are welcome to visit horses outside or on the yard, but should not go into fields or stables and we accept no responsibility for ponies nibbling guests!
• Guests are welcome to walk on any public footpaths around the farm and enjoy the stunning scenery.
Bins are located in the courtyard for household waste and the recycling of
paper/ card
cans / glass / plastics
Additional Information
- Mobile phone reception is mostly good but cannot be guaranteed.
- Free WiFi
- Water and sewerage - water is provided by borehole and complies with Private Water supply regulation 2016
- Sewerage is by septic tank - do not put anything other than toilet paper down the toilets!!! • Dogs and other animals are welcome by arrangement .
- Information folder is in the kitchen/office. Please make sure you are familiar with exits in the case of fire.
- Smoke alarms are fitted to current standards
- Contact Information
Peers Clough Road
Lumb
Rossendale
Lancashire
BB4 9NG
• Telephone: 01706 210552
Phone /text/ WhatsApp 07527 241627
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.peerscloughfarm.co.uk
• Hours of operation: Any time, although there may be some hours when the property is not manned and arrivals should be booked in to ensure a positive welcome.
The Cottage@ Peers Clough Farm
The Cottage is accessed from the covered courtyard down 3 steps into the kitchen or through the front door up one step into a small porch with vinyl floorcovering. Free wifi is available
The kitchen:
vinyl floor covering
dining table and 6 chairs
electric oven and ceramic hob
fridge / freezer
washer / dryer
microwave
kettle
toaster
stainless steel sink
kitchen units comprising cupboards and drawers
controllable electric radiator
waste bin
small bin for compost waste
off the kitchen there is a cupboard housing hot water tank, high chair, vacuum cleaner, first aid kit and fire blanket.
Downstairs toilet :
vinyl floorcovering
toilet
wash handbasin
storage unit
Lounge:
Fitted carpet
controllable electric radiator / electric fire
t.v. / unit /table lamp
table
3 piece suite
cupboard, toys suitable for young children/jigsaws/books
through door to porch:
vinyl floorcovering
open plan to stairs and landing carpeted/bannister rail- off which
Bedroom 1:
electric radiator
fitted carpet
1 king size bed
1 single bed
bedside cupboard and chest of drawers
Bedroom 2:
electric radiator
1 double bed
1 single bed
bedside cupboards and chest of drawers
Bathroom:
Standard acrylic bath
Large shower cubicle and mira sport electric shower
wash hand basin
w.c.
- Mobile phone reception is mostly good but cannot be guaranteed.
- Free WiFi
- Water and sewerage - water is provided by borehole and complies with Private Water supply regulation 2016
- Sewerage is by septic tank - do not put anything other than toilet paper down the toilets!!! • Dogs and other animals are welcome by arrangement .
- Information folder is in the kitchen/office. Please make sure you are familiar with exits in the case of fire.
- Smoke alarms are fitted to current standards
We welcome your feedback to help us continuously improve. If you have any comments please phone 01706 210552 or email [email protected]
Created on: 03/02/2009 / updated January 2024
