History and Heritage
Lancashire’s history and heritage events celebrate the county’s past through re-enactments, guided tours, and interactive experiences. These events bring stories to life, offering visitors a chance to connect with Lancashire’s rich and evolving history.
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If Walls Could Speak... - Samlesbury Hall
Date: 11th Nov 2026
Join us this autumn as Samlesbury Hall presents 'If Walls Could Speak...' - an illustrated lecture by Paul Hodgetts, the UK's 'priest hide' expert.Discover what priest hides are, why they were built and learn of the tyrannical Tudor te...
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The Cuerdale Hoard with Harris Volunteer Roisin - The Harris
Date: 12th Nov 2026
The Cuerdale Hoard is one of the largest Viking silver hoards ever found, reported to be much larger than its nearest rival in Britain or Ireland and this talk, led by Harris volunteer Roisin, will be an introduction to this local treasure trove.
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A Tour of the Western Front - Helmshore Mills Textile Museum
Date: 12th Nov 2026
Join us in Remembrance Week for a lecture on World War One and the Western Front. Led by BBC Who Do You Think You Are? advisor Dr Martin Purdy, he will be looking at the legacies of the Great War in this illustrated talk.
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Heritage Talk: Victorian Criminals, Crime, Punishment & the Dark Side of the 19th Century - The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
Date: 12th Nov 2026
Join us for a fascinating look into the world of Victorian crime, where thieves, swindlers, poachers and murderers lived alongside respectable society. Discover how crime was investigated, how justice was delivered, and the often-harsh punishments...
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Creative Futures Taster Session: Monoprinting - The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
Date: 14th Nov 2026
Join us for this session to learn more about the upcoming Creative Futures Project and our plans for the next 3 years. Find out how you'll be able to get involved in festival production, sound and tech, curation, and exhibiting through a series of...
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Talk about the Lancashire Airman - Burscough
Date: 16th Nov 2026
Neville Stack was one of the most celebrated aviators of the inter-war period.
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Frightful Folklore - Hoghton Tower
Date: 20th Nov 2026
Some things should stay buried...Brand new tales await as we dig deeper into Lancastrian folklore and unearth hidden horrors!Delve into Lancastrian legends as you immerse yourself in the supernatural beliefs and rituals of...
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A Nineteenth Century Lancashire Miscarriage of Justice?
Date: 20th Nov 2026
A deep dive into the killing of Lancashire's 'Little Bobby'.
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EXHIBITION: Through the Lens
Dates: 21st Nov 2026 - 6th Jun 2027
Showcasing the work of renowned local photographer Sam Thompson.
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Victorian Christmas Weekend at Gawthorpe Hall
Dates: 28th Nov 2026 - 29th Nov 2026
Victorian Christmas Weekend - the festive highlight of Gawthorpe Hall's year.
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The Preston Suffragette Movement - The Harris
Date: 29th Nov 2026
Come and join volunteer Pam Young - by looking at photographs, objects, short films and paintings, you will build a picture of the Suffragette Movement in Preston.
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Blackburn Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival
Dates: 30th Nov 2026 - 20th Dec 2026
Everyone's invited to Lancashire's largest Christmas Tree Festival.
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Talk about the Lancashire Airman
Date: 30th Nov 2026
Neville Stack was one of the most celebrated aviators of the inter-war period.
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Finds Day with the Portable Antiquities Scheme - Clitheroe Castle Museum
Date: 1st Dec 2026
Did you know that thousands of archaeological objects are discovered every year by people going about their daily lives? Have you found something that might be archaeological? Whether you’re a metal detectorist, fieldwalker, mudlark, or simply som...
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The Little Art School: Christmas Crafts - The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
Date: 3rd Dec 2026
In this session, you'll be creating beautiful Christmas cards and hand-stitched felt decorations. You'll have the chance to get creative with a variety of festive materials, learn simple stitching techniques, and make unique handmade decorations a...
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A Victorian Christmas Celebration at Gawthorpe Hall
Date: 4th Dec 2026
Celebrate a Victorian Christmas with readings, mulled wine, mince pies and music.
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