Lancashire is the perfect destination for a dog-friendly getaway, where four-legged friends are welcomed with open arms. With miles of scenic walking routes, from coastal paths and countryside trails to woodland walks and open moorland, there’s plenty of space for dogs to stretch their legs. Many of the county’s parks, nature reserves and beaches are ideal for exploring together, offering fresh air, beautiful views and plenty of new sights and smells to discover.
After a day of adventure, you’ll find a wide range of dog-friendly cafés, pubs and places to stay across Lancashire. Enjoy a relaxed bite to eat with your canine companion by your side or settle into cosy accommodation that caters for both you and your pet. Whether you’re planning a short break or a day out, Lancashire makes it easy to include your dog in every part of the experience.
Whalley village was transformed last Sunday as the Artisan Market returned with a lively display of imagination, skill and local connection at its core.
There’s something wonderful about a trip to the beach in summer. Feeling the soft warm sand between your toes, the smell of the fresh sea air, and the taste of delicious ice cream, especially if you can bring your four-legged friend along too.
Lancashire has some of the best country walking in England, from short, gentle rambles to long distance treks allowing you to enjoy some of the best views and vistas the county has to offer.
The Grade II* parks, a five minute walk from the city centre, boasts many fine features, from the Swiss Chalet and beautiful Japanese Garden
Read MoreBrackenthwaite Holidays is a first-class choice for your Lancashire destination getaway, where great memories are made and a small piece of your heart will always remain
Read MoreCrook O' Lune Picnic Site is a popular and attractive spot, (Accessible Toilets) where the River Lune travels a big curve through tree-lined banks. Woodies offers tea, coffee, bacon butties, The Crook O' Lune was captured by the artist JMW Turner
Read MoreVenue for the 2002 Commonwealth Games Outdoor Cycling events. With its rugged hills, picturesque reservoirs and woodland Rivington is Chorley mini Lake District, with a natural beauty to rival the real thing.
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Date: 28th Jun 2026
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Read MoreDate: 4th Jul 2026
A fun dog show with nine classes. Also, street food pop ups,, including burgers, curry, pulled pork rolls, jacket spuds.
Read MoreDates: 20th Jun 2026 - 29th Dec 2026
Read MoreDuration1 hour 30 mins
Distance2 miles
On a clear day the Isle of Man and the hills of North Wales can be seen from Darwen Tower. The Tower celebrates Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee in 1897 and to many local people it also celebrated the freeing of Darwen Moor in the previous year.
Read MoreDuration3 - 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.
Read MoreDuration2 hours 30 mins
Distance5.5 miles
Many areas in the UK claim to have inspired J.R.R Tolkien creation of middle earth but the author certainly spent a lot of his time at Stonyhurst College working on The Lord of the Rings during the Second World War.
Read MoreDuration1 hour 30 mins
Distance2 miles
This circular walk takes in some fantastic views of the surrounding countryside from Darwen Moors.
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