Garstang has something for everyone. Set on the banks of the River Wyre with the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Garstang is steeped in history with beautiful architecture, abundant wildlife and array of activities, whether you want an active holiday, a relaxing weekend or an enjoyable day trip. Since 2000, Garstang has become known as the World's First Fairtrade Town.
This area is ideal for a country getaway. You can enjoy golfing, fishing, bird watching, beautiful fells and an extensive programme of walks for all levels. Furthermore you can enjoy a wide variety of independent retailers, cafes and restaurants and other leisure activities on offer.
Garstang is a small market town with a big history. Garstang is mentioned in the Doomsday Book where it is referred to as Cherestanc. The medieval weinds bring distinctive character to the High Street with the Market Cross and our very own Greenhalgh Castle as focal points to our history.
Garstang has a weekly market, which runs every Thursday- and has done since 1310! The Market House is also open Wednesdays- Saturday and sells a good selection of local produce including cheeses, meats and vegetables. The Thursday market offers a large selection of stalls from shoes to children’s clothes to household goods and plants and lots in-between.
In the centre of Garstang is the Ancient Market Cross restored in 1897. The Old Town Hall and Market House superseded one, which as demolished in 1755 and following a fire in 1939 the building was restored retaining its original characteristics.
At the northend of the High St. opposite the old council offices stands the Old Grammer School, which was founded in 1602.
One of Lancashire’s oldest traditional street markets first established in the 14th century is still going strong and is held every Thursday on the High Street.
Garstang also has an excellent record in Britain in Bloom winning 16 national awards. The Lancashire market town in 2008, has also scooped the top award in the prestigious Entente Florale competition which judges towns and villages across Europe on their flora and vegetation, local environment and tourism impact.
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Humblescough Farm, NatebyHumblescough Farm caravan and camping site is situated on a small working farm in Nateby, near Garstang. It is a perfect hideaway for an escape.
The Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre, Claughton on BrockWelcome to Lancashire’s newest and most unusual leisure venue, offering a range of exciting activities under one grass-covered roof! You’ll be blown away by the building, a unique mix of Vegas razzmatazz and floral art.
