Blog (Explore) - Visit Lancashire

If you’re holidaying on a budget or looking for a value for money option for your meals out, then you’re in luck! Lancashire has plenty of options, whether you are looking for a quick lunch, tea for the family or snack between meals.

Finding the love of your life is magical, and it makes you want to make every moment perfect for them. If you have found your one true love and are ready to get down on one knee, then you need two things; the ring and the perfect place to propose.

Looking to get away on an adult’s only adventure? Lancashire has the perfect places for you. Not only does the county feature a great range of accommodation to suit every budget, there are some fantastic things to do, delicious places to eat and plenty of exciting events that you will be able to enjoy together during your escape.

If you have been lucky enough to get in engaged recently and are now on the hunt for your perfect wedding venue then look no further. From pictuersque, rural landscapes to vibrant city celebrations, Lancashire has somewhere for every happy couple to Say i Do.

Iconic mills, rolling hills and a national landscape that rivals the beauty of the Lake District means that East Lancashire and the Ribble Valley are often used to showcase the quintessential British countryside on our tv and cinema screens. Many great movies and shows have been filmed in the area, so why not jump in the car and find see some of the onscreen treasures for yourself.

Whether it is feature films, comedy shows, sci-fi or drama, Lancashire's wonderfully varied coastline, cities, towns and countryside, make it a wonderful place to capture people's imaginations. Take a three-day road trip to explore the areas of Blackpool, Preston and beyond and visit some of the many locations you may have seen on your screen.  

From Christmas party nights to weekly quiz nights, New Years Eve celebrations to Christmas markets there's so much happening at Holmes Mill this festive season that you won't want to miss. 

Calling all foodies! We have an idyllic countryside adventure that you must embark on this winter.

Did you know that winter is the best time of year to really appreciate Lancashire’s starry skies? The longer nights allow for more opportunities to view constellations, and the colder air allows for better visibility.

If you struggle to find motivation to get outside in the cold, give yourself an additional push this winter by exploring new places with your pooch. Going somewhere new and exciting will help get you out and about even if the weather isn’t the best; just wrap up warm and go!