Arts & Culture
Lancashire is a vibrant destination for arts and culture, offering a rich mix of creativity, heritage and inspiring experiences. From contemporary galleries and independent studios to historic museums and theatres, the county is alive with opportunities to explore its cultural scene. Discover exhibitions showcasing everything from modern art to local history, or visit cultural landmarks that tell the story of Lancashire’s industrial past and creative evolution.
Across towns and cities, you’ll find a thriving programme of events, performances and festivals celebrating music, theatre, literature and the visual arts. Whether you’re browsing galleries, enjoying live performances or exploring heritage sites, Lancashire’s arts and culture offer something for every interest.
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Whalley Artisan Market celebrates Craft, Culture and community in full bloom
Whalley village was transformed last Sunday as the Artisan Market returned with a lively display of imagination, skill and local connection at its core.
Arts & Culture Businesses
Halo - Panopticon
Rossendale's Panopticon, 'Halo', is an 18m-diameter steel lattice structure supported on a tripod five metres above the ground.
Read MoreWhere The Heart Is
Celebrating the places that matter, helping people share their love of Lancashire through beautiful, meaningful gifts.
Read MoreThe Ribble Valley Scuplture Trail
The first of its kind to be established in Lancashire, which now includes over 20 permanent works of art. The Ribble Valley Sculpture Trail runs from Brungerley Bridge to Crosshill Quarry along part of the Ribble Way.
Read MorePendle Heritage Centre
The Pendle Heritage Centre is open daily and includes a Garden Tearoom, 18th Century Walled Garden, Cruck Frame Barn, a Parlour shop, Tourist Information Centre, Pendle Arts Gallery and a Conference Centre.
Read MoreKing George's Hall
One of the area's premier live entertainment complexes and has an exciting programme of music, dance, comedy and variety.
Read MoreSinging Ringing Tree - Panopticon
Burnley's Panopticon, 'Singing Ringing Tree', is a unique musical sculpture which overlooks Burnley from its position high above the town on Crown Point.
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Arts & Culture Itineraries
Explore Lancashire Like King Charles III - A Royal-Inspired Day Out
Follow in the footsteps of the most recent visit to Lancashire by King Charles III on this royal itinerary
Read MoreLancashire 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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Brontës in Pendle
Duration3 - 4 hours
Distance4.5 Miles
Although much more associated with Yorkshire, The Brontë sisters actually spent much of their lives in Lancashire walking from the family home at Haworth across the South Pennine Moors.
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Carter & Duck Blacksmith
Through fiery forges, pounding hammers and ringing anvils, get a taste of life as a blacksmith.
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