# The Whitaker

> The Whitaker The Whitaker, a not for profit community interest Museum & Art Gallery in the heart of the scenic Rossendale valley. A great day out for all the family, with restaurant, parklands and parking.

Set in a park that is stunning in the heart of Rossendale Valley, The Whitaker (previously Rossendale Museum & memorial) is a local Lancashire gem where you are able to effortlessly invest a few fun hours with the kids. For starters, the pets in the taxidermy display are often a winner with the youths! Interested in learning? Discover the heritage for the region, also curious artefacts from all over the nationwide nation within the Natural History Museum. Oh, and also make yes you check out the event that is latest at the art gallery! Fancy playing outside? The Whitaker museum is surrounded by wonderful woodlands to help you explore, plus, there's a kids' play area, ideal for outdoor enjoyable. Tired out & hungry? The museum has a cafe that is lovely website where you could relax and luxuriate in a wholesome meal because of the little ones. Because of the lovely volunteers who just work at The Whitaker, you will have a fantastic and day that is pleasant!

- Type: Experience
- Location: Rossendale, Rossendale, England
- Booking: Not bookable online on HolidayFox; call +441706260785
- HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-EsmTz9noIqKs/the-whitaker

## Activities

- Museums and Art Galleries
- Sightseeing and Attractions
- Experience
- Parks and Playgrounds

## Facilities

- parking available
- toilets
- picnics and food allowed
- food to purchase onsite
- wheelchair friendly
- pushchair friendly

## Suitable for

- Baby and Toddler (0-3)
- People
- Accessible
- Family

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## Nearby things to do

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- [Ski Rossendale](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-NsalQtsYqB14/ski-rossendale)
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All things to do nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-EsmTz9noIqKs/the-whitaker/near-by-experiences.md

## Questions and answers

### Where is The Whitaker?

The Whitaker is in Rossendale, Rossendale.

### What activities does The Whitaker offer?

The Whitaker lists Museums and Art Galleries, Sightseeing and Attractions, Experience and Parks and Playgrounds.

### What facilities does The Whitaker have?

The Whitaker lists parking available, toilets, picnics and food allowed, food to purchase onsite, wheelchair friendly and pushchair friendly.

### What is there to do near The Whitaker?

Experiences listed near The Whitaker on HolidayFox include Ski Rossendale, Ski Rossendale, Grip & Go, Monkey Playland and Animal Quackers Park Farm.

### How do I contact The Whitaker?

The Whitaker can't be booked online on HolidayFox. Call +441706260785 to ask about availability.


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