
Lancashire museums and art galleries offer something to attract everyone; from it's rich history in the textile industry, to one of Europe’s largest Tiffany Glass collections at Accrington’s Haworth Gallery. Lancashire museums and art galleries also showcase fine art, historic costumes and textiles at Preston’s illustrious Harris Museum and you can see contemporary art at the Grundy Art Gallery. Finally, don’t miss the opportunity to find out more about Lancashire’s textile industries at the interactive Helmshore Mills Textile Museum.
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Historic House
Preston
Built in 1325 Samlesbury Hall is steeped in fascinating history, retaining its original typical black and white exterior, the Hall is almost equidistant between Blackburn and Preston, yet retaining a rural feel. Saved from demolition in the 1920’s by six local businessmen, it remains in the...
Arts, Crafts & Galleries
Burscough
Gallery at the Wharf features art and crafts designed made in Lancashire. It showcases art, photography, ceramics, textiles, furniture, glass woodturning and jewellry. It stages 3 themed exhibitions a year and invites guest artists.
Castle / Fort
Lancaster
Steeped in almost 1000 years of history including the trials of the Pendle Witches and the Birmingham Six, Lancaster Castle is one of the most important historic monuments in the North West. Come and visit the old cells, Shire Hall and Crown Court.
Steam Railway
Preston
The Ribble Steam Railway provides a half-day leisure and tourist experience based around heritage steam train rides travelling in hand painted restored railway coaches.
Model/Miniature Village
Blackpool
An enchanting attraction set in 2.5 acres of landscaped gardens. A welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of the resort's more livelier attractions.
Museum
Preston
The Harris Museum offers the best of Preston's heritage in a beautiful Grade 1 listed building. What's more, it's free! There is something for everyone; collections of paintings, sculpture, textiles, costume, glass and ceramics.
Railway
Hesketh Bank
An operational, narrow gauge steam railway, with a historic collection of locomotives and rolling stock. 6 steam locomotives (3 operational and 3 undergoing restoration). Open every Sunday and Bank Holiday from Easter to the end of October.
Arts, Crafts & Galleries
Burnley
Historic House set in 24 acres of woodland. You are able to explore the period rooms, art gallery and learn more about Burnley's history whilst a Mouse Trail through the Museum keeps children entertained.
Historic House
Accrington
The Haworth Art Gallery is an Edwardian house set in a park with internationally renowned collection of Tiffany Glass on permanent display. The Haworth Art Gallery houses the finest collection of Tiffany Art Glass in public hands outside America.
Museum
Helmshore
In the quiet village of Helmshore in the stunning Rossendale Valley are two original Lancashire textile mills: Higher Mill and Whitaker’s Mill together known as Helmshore Mills Textile Museum.
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