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How to get toThe Whitaker Museum, Rawtenstallcar-free

Visit The Whitaker Museum, Rawtenstall car-free

Visit by bus for just £2 each way. Most buses in England are offering £2 Single Fares until 31st December 2024. Our journey planner will show you if your route is included, or you can find a full list of participating operators and routes here.

It’s easy to visit The Whitaker Museum car-free.

Bus 464 runs frequently from Accrington (about 25 mins) bus station towards Rochdale. Bus 481 runs regularly from Bury (45 mins) and Blackburn (50 mins). Hop off at Whitaker Park. Rawstenstall also has a steam train, which runs occasionally from Heywood via Bury.

There are direct trains to Accrington from around Lancashire and Yorkshire. Or you can ride the tram from Manchester to Bury. Then hop of the bus (as above).

Use our journey planner to get the best route from where you are.

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Cyclists welcome - plan your route here

Here’s some information on access to attractions, buses and trains.

About The Whitaker Museum, Rawtenstall

The Whitaker Museum has an art gallery and collections on natural and social history.

For any queries about visiting contact The Whitaker Museum, Rawtenstall on 01706260785 or info@thewhitaker.org

Address: The Whitaker Museum, Haslingden Road, Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4 6RE. Visit Website

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Covid-19

We live on a beautiful island and there’s no better way to explore it than by train, bus, bike and foot. But, at this exceptional time, please follow current advice to stay at home and avoid non-essential travel in England. Separate travel rules apply in Wales and Scotland.

We look forward to helping you enjoy great days out and more car-free adventures in the future.