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Dare to be scared: Lancashire's Top Halloween Scare Attractions
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18 September 2026
Looking for the ultimate jump scare this Halloween? Look no further! Lancashire offers haunted houses a plenty.
Blackburn
Set on the edge of the West Pennine Moors, Blackburn blends heritage, culture and warm Lancashire hospitality in a way that’s easy to enjoy. The impressive Blackburn Cathedral sits at the heart of the town, offering a peaceful space alongside a lively programme of events, while just around the corner, Blackburn Market is packed with flavour and character—an ideal spot to soak up the town’s diverse food scene and friendly atmosphere.
When it’s time to head outdoors, you’re spoilt for choice. Witton Country Park and Corporation Park provide plenty of room to stretch your legs, from relaxed strolls to family days out, with the rolling moorland landscape never far away for those wanting bigger views. Add in a growing mix of independent cafés, local favourites and a year‑round events programme, and Blackburn makes for a great day out with plenty to discover at your own pace.
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Pumpkin picking is becoming more popular every year, with all shapes, colours, and sizes ready to be picked and carved. Even better, most places now provide you with the option to carve your pumpkin there, so you can leave your mess behind!
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The Spa at Stanley House Hotel
Indulge in the essence of tranquillity, where every detail is curated to elevate your spa experience to new heights.
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History & Heritage
Turton Tower
Turton Tower is a distinctive English country house located in the small village of Turton on the edge of the popular walking area of the West Pennine Moors. Facilities include a Victorian tea room and gift shop.
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Free things to do | Outdoors
Darwen Tower
The octagonal Jubilee Tower on Beacon Hill, overlooking the town of Darwen, was completed in 1898 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. It is only accessible by a series of footpaths from Darwen leading on to the West Pennine Moors
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Exchange Coffee Blackburn
Find your way to Fleming Square, a little street just over the road from the cathedral; sniff the air and the smell will lead you straight to one of Exchange Coffee's three retail roasting outlets.
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Family Friendly
Go Ape Blackburn
Chasing thrills, planning a fun day with friends, or seeking a memorable forest adventure, there's something for everyone in the trees.
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Free things to do
Witton Country Park
Witton Country Park covers 480 acres of countryside in Blackburn and is liberally peppered with pretty picnic spots, walks, nature trails, a new play area and a cafe providing an ideal day out for all the family.
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Arts & Culture
Broadway Hits and Movie Songs Night
Date: 24th Oct 2026
Join a night of broad way hits and movie songs. Expect to hear solos, duets and ensemble versions of songs from popular shows.
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Arts & Culture | Wet Weather
Lilith: The Other Side of the Story
Dates: 17th Sept 2026 - 19th Sept 2026
Before Eve, there was Lilith. Performance storytelling by Katy Cawkwell. An uplifting one-woman storytelling show.
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Arts & Culture
Murder at Gatsby Manor
Date: 17th Oct 2026
Join us on Saturday 17th October, 6.45pm onwards for an immersive comedy murder experience.
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Family Friendly | Arts & Culture | Groups
Sip & Paint - Highland Cow Paint Creative Workshop
Dates: 23rd Sept 2026 - 23rd Oct 2026
Come and join us for a fun, relaxed evening of creativity
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Family Friendly | Outdoors
Sundown Adventures- Go Ape Blackburn at Night
Dates: 16th Oct 2026 - 8th Nov 2026
Looking for an evening Autumn activity? Take on Go Ape Blackburn's high ropes after dark
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Family Friendly | Free things to do | History & Heritage
Darwen Tower Walk 1
Duration1 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.
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Free things to do | Outdoors | History & Heritage
Cycling into History - The Great Harwood Stretch
Distance16 mile
Learn all about the history of the area on this loop which connected Blackburn to Clitheroe via Great Harwood
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Family Friendly | Free things to do | History & Heritage
Darwen Tower Walk 2
Duration1 hour 30 mins
Distance2 miles
This circular walk takes in some fantastic views of the surrounding countryside from Darwen Moors.
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