Blog (What's On) - Visit Lancashire

The Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) has been officially recognised as having some of the darkest skies in England - a fact being highlighted next month with a week of special events during half-term.

Visitors to Lancaster's Judges' Lodgings Museum will soon be able to get a discount on the entrance price if they also visit Lancaster Castle.

January is recognised as one of the most depressing months, in fact Monday, January 20th is the day that most people feel depressed and has been named Blue Monday.

A host of internationally-acclaimed music stars are lined up for Pride Blackpool’s biggest ever weekend. The festival will open on the night of Friday 5 June on the Tower Festival Headland with performances by two of the UK’s most enduring music acts - Right Said Fred and Marc Almond.

Half price WOW Weekend wristbands are back at Blackpool Pleasure Beach! Visitors can enjoy access to all of their favourite rides at the UK’s favourite amusement park for just £19.50, when booked online in advance.

If you love a bargain, then Boxing day is your holy grail! Whether you need your NYE party dress or if you’re organised enough to buy for next year - Lancashire’s array of shopping experiences will be sure to satisfy your needs. So, get your (now tighter…) pants on and get those bargains in your bag!

As the year comes to an end, celebrate in style with one of these Lancashire-based events! 

Christmas is a time for festivities, fellowship and fantastic food and drink. Quite simply put, it's the most wonderful time of the year and thanks to Booths you can be sure that delicious food and drink will be at the centre of your celebrations.

As the festivities begin, there is plenty of fun things to do in the county to get you and your family into the spirit.

To celebrate Lancashire Day, Wednesday 27 November, Visit Lancashire are giving one lucky winner the chance to win their biggest Lancashire prize yet, from overnight stays, afternoon tea and a £100 to spend on Lancashire Cheese!