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Bringing History To Life In Lancashire

Discover an area bursting with historical sites, mystical legends and early folklore. If you like to delve into hearsay and legend then this is the place to visit. With battles fought, witches trialled, ghostly appearances and inspired fantasy lands, there is plenty for the myth enthusiast to explore.

Halls and Houses

Visit one of the county's many historic houses such as
Towneley, Gawthorpe or Leighton Hall where you can tour the house and grounds and discover the remarkable richness and variety of Lancashire's history.

Industrial Heritage

Once known as the 'Workshop of the World,' Lancashire was where the Industrial Revolution began, two and a half centuries ago.

Pendle Witches

Take in some of the spookiest, and most breathtaking landscape as you follow the Pendle Witches Trail from Pendle Hill and the Pendle Heritage Centre. Follow their footsteps through the Trough of Bowland to Lancaster Castle where the famous Pendle Witches met their Execution in the 17th century and where you can now Embark on a tour around the castle.

Peoples Playtime

Most people in Northern England will have heard of the Lancashire wakes weeks - those occasions when entire towns would close down completely while their populations migrated to the seaside.

Living Legends Popular Attractions

Lancashire is bursting with historical sites, mystical legends and early folklore. Here we have compiled a list to give you a taste of the many historical attractions Lancashire has to offer.

Living Legends Events Diary

Throughout the year Lancashire has many Living Legends events going on.