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The Dukes announce Cinderella cast!
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16 September 2026
After the last four years in the Rake, Christmas is back in the Round Theatre, returning to this unique space for a magical, immersive festive play.
Lancaster
Discover Lancaster for a day out where history and culture come together in one of Lancashire’s most characterful cities. Overlooked by the impressive Lancaster Castle, the city’s streets are filled with historic buildings, independent shops and places to eat, all set alongside the River Lune. The castle itself offers a fascinating insight into centuries of history, while nearby museums and galleries add to the city’s cultural appeal.
Step a little further and you’ll find green spaces such as Williamson Park, home to the iconic Ashton Memorial and offering wide-reaching views across the surrounding area. The riverside provides an easy route for walking and cycling, linking the city to more open countryside and coastal surroundings. It’s a place where you can take your time, with plenty of different corners to explore as you go.
Also part of England’s Heritage Cities.
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This weekend will be another busy one across Lancashire with plenty of great events filled with fun for you to enjoy.
Pumpkin picking is becoming more popular every year, with all shapes, colours, and sizes ready to be picked and carved. Even better, most places now provide you with the option to carve your pumpkin there, so you can leave your mess behind!
Lancaster Businesses
Business Directory
Dukes Theatre and Cinema
Cultural centre and theatre in Lancaster screening a wide range of films and own produced and touring work. Hosts annual outdoor Promenade productions.
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Coastal | Free things to do
Happy Mount Park
Originally created in the 1920s, Happy Mount Park was and is still very popular today. Woodland walks, Japanese Garden, putting and bowling, a children's Splashpark and play areas, miniature railway, crazy golf, swing boats and more
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Peter Scott Gallery
Lancaster's Peter Scott Gallery presents a varied programme of temporary exhibitions and associated talks.
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Salt Ayre Leisure Centre
This large sports and leisure centre offers a wide range of activities for everybody, including swimming, indoor climbing, gym and sauna, exercise classes and badminton, and children's soft play, conveniently located half-way between Lancaster and Morecambe.
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The Wheatsheaf Inn
At The Wheatsheaf the importance of providing high quality food in a relaxing environment is understood.
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Maisie Adam: Whatsherface - Lancaster Grand Theatre
Date: 25th Sept 2026
Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with her brand new show Whatsherface.Join the "tall, chaotic one with the weird hair" as she returns with her trademark wit, firecra...
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Count Arthur Strong - And it’s Goodnight From Me! - Lancaster Grand Theatre
Date: 22nd Apr 2027
Count Arthur Strong continues on for one last time, as he says what just might be his final goodbye, to whoever’s listening. Don’t miss this potentially wonderful event. Because if you do miss it, you can’t say you were there, like some people do....
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Larry Dean: Hellbent - Dukes Theatre and Cinema
Date: 14th Nov 2026
Recently married, emotionally feral. The Gallus Glaswegian Goon returns with a riotous show about refusing to grow up. As seen on SNL, Live at the Apollo, QI and The Royal Variety Performance.
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Ania Magliano: Peach Fuzz - Dukes Theatre and Cinema
Date: 20th Nov 2026
Fresh from starring in the latest series of Taskmaster, Ania Magliano (Live At The Apollo, Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Show Nominee) brings a brand-new show full of jokes, confessions, and occasionally unhinged observations to venues nationwide....
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Beginners Sewing Day - Lancaster Grand Theatre
Date: 21st Mar 2027
Learn as you sew in this relaxed but comprehensive one-day beginners sewing workshop.Do you have an unloved sewing machine at home and want to put it to use? Have you been inspired by the Great British Sewing Bee? Would love to try mak...
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Life Drawing in Oils - Lancaster Grand Theatre
Date: 25th Mar 2027
A five-week course focusing on life drawing in oils - all the techniques you'll need to successfully paint the nude in this bold and expressive medium.This is an intensive and thorough course in oil painting, with many step-by-step dem...
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Free things to do | Arts & Culture | History & Heritage
Lancashire Set-Jetting: Morecambe, Lancaster and the surrounding areas
DurationThree Days
A fantastic three-day road trip to explore north Lancashire and some of the filming locations found there.
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Coastal | Outdoors
Way of the Roses Cycling Route
Distance170 miles
The Way of the Roses is a spectacular coast to coast cycle route which takes you past some of the best cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty in northern England.
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Free things to do | Outdoors
Cycling for All: Lancaster, Morecambe and the Lune Valley - Longer routes
DistanceBetween 20 and 35 miles
Eight great routes for you and your family to enjoy around the Lancaster District
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Free things to do | Outdoors
Cycling for All: Lancaster, Morecambe and the Lune Valley - Shorter Routes
DistanceBetween 7 and 15 miles
Six great routes for you and your family to enjoy in Lancaster, Morecambe and the Lune Valley
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