Ideas for Father's Day

Please check details and opening hours direct with the venues.
 

Experiences

If you’d rather buy experiences or a day out instead of more traditional gifts, there’s lots to enjoy across the borough. How about…

• Day or weekend tickets for the award-winning Chorley Flower Show (25 to 27 July).
  From Monday 9 June until midnight on Father’s Day (Sunday 15 June) you can get 20% OFF tickets when purchasing online at chorleyflowershow.com/tickets using promo code FATHER20
   
• A visit to or an annual pass for the historic Astley Hall, open Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 11am to 3pm. Admission fees can be found at astleypark.co.uk/hall
  While you’re in Astley Park you could also grab some lunch at Café Ambio and explore Barrica in the Park offering wines, beers, spirits, local produce and gifts.
   
• A visit to Hoghton Tower or enjoy the monthly Farmer's Market there (15 June) or some delicious food in the tea room.
   
• Park Hall Hotel and Spa are offering the ultimate gifts of relaxation at Park Hall Hotel & Spa, with vouchers also available.
   
• If the man in your life is a keen golfer, there are a variety of golf venues in Chorley, such as Duxbury Park Golf Course, Shaw Hill Golf and Spa Hotel, and Euxton Park Golf Centre to name a few.
   
• Tickets for a show at Chorley Theatre - whether you want to book tickets for a show on Father’s Day weekend or beyond. chorleytheatre.com/whats-on
  Plus if you’ve got Chorley Flower Show tickets you can get £1 off the screenings of Biocentrics and Ocean with David Attenborough (by showing a valid ticket at the box office at time of purchase or arriving at the event).
   
• The latest blockbusters at Reel Cinema in Market Walk
   
• If you’re after something more active, take a look at what Euxton Karting, Go Ape Rivington, Battlefield Live Pennine, Rock and River Outdoor Pursuits, Anderton Centre have to offer.
   
• Boatel Party Cruises offer private cruises, events and keep an eye on their Facebook page for information on public cruises
   
• Why not see what exciting experiences and workshops Brindle Distillery have coming up
   

Gifts

Across the borough you’ll find unique retail experiences and amazing places to purchase the perfect gift…

• In the town centre you’ll find Anise Gift Shop and Malcolm’s Musicland on Chapel Street, local products and cards at Reeds Refillery (why not get your refills or Old Soul Bakery cakes while you’re there). Bees Kitchen and Deli have lots of handpicked goodies at their deli, and if the man in your life is a book worm, a visit to ebb&flo Bookshop, at their new shop on St Thomas’s Road, is a must!
   
• Just down the road, on High Street is Nigel Clare Menswear - the ultimate style destination for men's designer clothes, suits, footwear & accessories– the perfect place for gifts for any occasion!
   
• If it's smellies you're after, head for The Fragrance Shop in Market Walk
   
• Short but Sweet are hosting a pop-up Father’s Day mini market at their bakery on Farrington Street on Saturday 14 June (11am to 3pm) - the perfect one stop shop for a Father’s Day gift (or treat yourself!!). Pick up a box of delicious cakes, homemade chocolates and a card all in one place.
   
• The famous Chorley’s Markets offer an outstanding range of products, including menswear, accessories, phones/accessories and more. 
   
• You'll discover a range of thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts across the independent shops at Heskin Hall Shopping Village.
   
• Cedar Farm, nestled in the Lancashire countryside in Mawdsley, offers something for everyone. As well as a browse around the shops and moments to marvel at new products created in situ by the onsite makers, it also boasts award winning coffee
   

Food and drink

If you’re fancy taking your dad or father figure out for a bite to eat or drinks over the weekend, Chorley is full of amazing eateries. Here are just a few (please check direct with the venues regarding opening hours and availability)...

• Lockdown Kitchen and Bar (Market Street)
• Woodchats Coffee Shop (based at Chorley Bus Station) 
• Fredericks Ice Cream (Bolton Road) or Massa’s Dessert and Café Bar (Cunliffe Street)
• Ask about the 'Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea' at the Old Stables Tea Shop
• Riley's Loft (Peter Street)
• Order a Father’s Day afternoon tea from The Village Tea Rooms at Wheelton (recently featured in Lancashire Life Magazine).
• Rivington Brew Co (Horribin Lane, Rivington)
• The View Bar and Bistro, Withnell
• Village Green Tea Rooms, Rivington

If you’d prefer a night in, check out the Chorley Eats app – full of local takeaways.