Chimneys Guest House

On my seven-day trip through England this mid-May, staying at Chimneys Guest House was one of the highlights. It was easy to find. I parked on the main road, went in to inquire, the owner, Suhel, was waiting for me. He welcomed me, we sat down in the "mud room" and told me I would need to remove my shoes. I welcomed that because I don't wear my shoes in my house either. Anyway, there was parking in the back; I asked Suhel about a place to eat and a laundromat. He advised with two suggestions, both within walking distance. The room was fine. It's an old home, so the floors creeked a bit. There was a sink in the room, but shower was in a separate room--not shared. I had to text Suhel twice that evening, and he replied immediately. The breakfast was very good. A very quiet place and a wonderful host!

I had been walking the Leeds Liverpool Canal towpath and Blackburn is where my walk ended. After a week of mainly hotels with horrible breakfasts it was a pleasure to come to a real B&B where you get a good proper Welcome. I arrived at Midday and luckily Suhel was still at home before going to the gym. A great welcome from him before he left for his workout. Later he recommended and indian restaurant 15 mins walk up the road which turned out to be excellent. My room was a bit small, it had a double bed but was probably only suitable for a single person. This had been booked by my walk company. The shower and toilet were seperate though there is a hand basin in the room. Other rooms are ensuite aparently. Great Victorian features in the room including the basin with brass taps and a great view across the city. I had the delicious indian breakfast which is a spicy vegetable omelete. I am dairy and gluten intolerant so Suhel had bought in soya milk and gluten free bread. I really had a great time staying here. Would recommend for a great welcome. Not sure about the canal though.