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Tucked away between the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and Ribble Valley, brimming with fascinating history and stunning scenery, lies a village that appears 'frozen in time', regularly celebrated as Lancashire's 'most beautiful village'.

The Lancashire community of Chipping ranks amongst those quintessential 'picture postcard' settlements you'd typically encounter on television and instantly dream of calling home.

Boasting magnificent woodland vistas and immaculately maintained cottages, this village captures the true spirit of English countryside allure.

The area is equally celebrated for its deep historical significance and cultural legacy, housing ancient stone dwellings, a traditional inn with spectral legends, and a flourishing local community.

Chipping village's origins stretch back over a thousand years, and strolling through this charming hamlet feels like journeying through history, with the settlement exuding a distinctly medieval yet enchanting ambience, reports Lancs Live.

Indeed, many stone cottages throughout the village were originally built during the 1600s and 1700s.

An authentically rural retreat, Chipping offers a wealth of attractions including artisan cheesemakers, a farm shop, a chair factory, café, and craft centre, plus extensive public footpaths, cycling routes and walking trails.

This enchanting hamlet features some of Lancashire's most spectacular countryside directly at its entrance, providing endless attractions and pursuits in the neighbouring region.

Among Chipping's most celebrated attractions is Brabin's Shop and Café, Britain's longest continuously trading establishment - as of 2026, it functions as both a corner shop and dining venue.

This modest enterprise first welcomed customers in the 17th century.

The Sun Inn pub, an inviting yet legendary establishment, nestles on the corner of Chipping's high street, proudly showcasing its extensive paranormal heritage.

Upon entering the village, visitors are greeted by evidence of Chipping's RHS Gold Award for Britain in Bloom, with stunning floral displays scattered throughout the locale.

Venturing further into this captivating village, a slender thoroughfare, seemingly constructed for horse-drawn carriages of bygone days, draws visitors in, flanked by delightful properties from the 17th and 18th centuries.

Discovering more about the community, Chipping's heritage is immediately apparent.

The village contains the 13th Century St Bartholomew's Church, an active Anglican place of worship holding Grade II Listed status, which has experienced partial restorations in 1505, 1706, and during the 19th Century.

However, whilst the village possesses an extensive and intriguing past, it's genuinely the residents who render this charming hamlet truly exceptional. Residents clearly take immense pride in their neighbourhood, with numerous properties showcasing spectacular flower displays, beautiful frontages, and remarkable stone-constructed dwellings featuring charming architectural details.

By road: Chipping sits roughly 10 miles from junction 31A on the M6.

By public transport: The closest railway and bus stations can be found in Preston.