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Superstition ain't the way here in Lancashire. Embrace black cats and look out for lucky number 13, here's 13 reasons to feel lucky in Lancashire...

Many areas of the UK claim to have inspired JRR Tolkien’s creation of middle earth but the author certainly spent much of his time at Stonyhurst College whilst he was working on Lord of The Rings during the Second World War.

John Ruskin, the Victorian artist, poet and art critic famously wrote of the Lune Valley ‘I do not know in all my own country, still less in France and Italy, a place more naturally divine.’

Blackpool Pleasure Beach is offering unlimited access to the park for the whole of the 2020 season for just £90. 

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.

Turn back time to the 80s this summer and get ready for a night of nostalgia with the incredible chart toppers Tony Hadley, T’pau, Doctor and the Medics and Pat Sharp.

The free ticket ballot for the 2020 Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On event is now open!

In celebration of the Blackpool Grand Theatre’s 125^th year, 2020 will see the launch of a brand-new loyalty membership, the ‘1894 CLUB’, aptly named after the year the theatre was built!

David Baddiel returns to the stage with a brand new one-man show, Trolls: Not The Dolls. 

Over 30 years since Tommy Cooper's untimely passing, the appetite for his surreal slapstick, classic routines and snappy one-liners, continues to be re-discovered by old and new fans alike.

Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows anywhere in the world. Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years, appearing at Darwen Library Theatre on Friday 7th February, has toured the globe extensively receiving standing ovations and selling out theatres night after night.

The Blackpool Resort Pass is back for 2020! Visitors will once again have the opportunity to make big savings on their favourite attractions whilst having fun in the UK’s most popular seaside destination.

Celebrate Chinese New Year - the Year of the Rat - at the Harris with a fantastic day of events for everyone to enjoy.

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 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.

The year was 1612, a turbulent time in England’s history, an era of religious persecution and superstition.

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

Lancashire is thriving with Christmas Markets, Fairs, Light switch ons, Grottos and much more! So get stuck into the festive spirit and find out what’s on this weekend…

This weekend is busy with lots of fun and exciting things to do in the county, whether you want to get in the Halloween spirit, spend time with the kids or enjoy an evening of film, we have you covered.

Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s hair-raising horror story, spooky dystopian thriller The Body Snatcher steals its way onto The Dukes’ stage this November. 

Merging mystery, morality and music, including live performances of songs by David Bowie and The Clash, and shot through with humour, this entertaining new adaptation from theatre company Thunder Road brings Stevenson’s Burke-and-Hare-inspired tale into the 21st century.

Enjoy all of your favourite rides from morning until nightfall as Late Night Riding returns at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. 

Home to £16.25 million ICON, the UK’s most ride intensive theme park is offering adrenaline junkies the chance to enjoy its 10 thrilling rollercoasters after dark. 

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Britain’s best-loved bear has been given the ultimate accolade – pride of place on Blackpool’s famous Golden Mile.

Lancashire is the perfect place for an adventure. Explore the wilderness, fly through the trees, learn to ride a bike, or go bug hunting, the possibilities are endless. Keep the kids active, have fun and make lots of great memories.

Lancashire is the perfect place to tick some things off your Bucket (and Spade) list. We have put together just some of the experiences and hidden gems waiting for you to discover.

As the days get shorter and the leaves begin to fall, Lancashire comes to life with an array of events set to light up the darker autumn skies. 

You only have to spend a day in the beautiful county of Lancashire to understand why it has been the inspiration for so many literary greats. 

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Looking for something to do this weekend. Here in Lancashire it's another busy weekend full of world famous and award-winning events.

It’s here, August bank holiday weekend is here. Keep calm and have lots of fun.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Pyrotechnic teams from all over the world will go head-to-head in the annual World Fireworks Championship Blackpool this September.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

The summer holidays are here - yeah! And we have a great weekend full of events to help you celebrate.

Blackpool’s beautiful Grade II* listed Grand Theatre attracts the best in award-winning touring companies, including The National Theatre, English Touring Theatre, UK Productions, Opera and Ballet International and the Russian State Ballet. But here's 10 things you might not know about 'Blackpool's hidden gem'.

The summer holidays are here - yeah! And we have a great weekend full of events to help you celebrate.

Here’s a few of the fantastic things going on this weekend in Lancashire -  13 - 14 July 2019.

Here’s a few of the fantastic things going on this weekend in Lancashire.

Here’s a few of the fantastic things going on this weekend in Lancashire.

Here’s a few of the fantastic things going on this weekend in Lancashire including lots of great Father's Day fun and events.

Here it is: The ultimate fun guide for those in search of unique, must-do holiday experiences that will create some unforgettable memories.

Lancashire has always been the home of forward thinkers and the industrial revolution was no exception. With the help of an entrepreneur, Richard Arkwright, Lancashire’s cotton industry flourished, and you can still see and visit some of the mills used then today.

May Half Term is upon us. Luckily, there's lots going on across Lancashire throughout the holidays - Monday 27 May - 2 June 2019.

An area of outstanding natural beauty, well-known for its scenic countryside, delicious food and famous landmarks, Ribble Valley is at the official centre of the Kingdom and is a place infused with history.

Lancashire really is a county of diversity and the history, as you would expect, is no different. 

It’s here, the bank holiday weekend! Here in Lancashire there’s so many fab events and things to do across the county throughout the weekend.

It’s here, the Easter Bank Holiday weekend and the sun is shining!

Make the most of the extra long weekend and have fun in Lancashire. Across the county you will find lots of great events and things to, you'll be spoilt for choice. Here's a selection of great events to keep you busy having fun.

Thinking up things for children to do can be one of the biggest challenges for parents and grandparents. So why not use visitlancashire.com for inspiration and ideas.

For memories that don’t cost a penny (or thereabouts), pack up the family, dust off your
walking boots, and indulge your creative instincts on one of these invigorating sculpture
trails.
 

The fertile land and waters of Lancashire means that we have a range of growing conditions, and each changing season brings new tastes to enjoy.

Lancashire is home to a fantastic array of animals and wildlife. Take a walk on the wild side and encounter the largest and rarest animals at Blackpool Zoo or get up close and personal with the cute and loveable farm animals at one of the farm parks in the county.

12 must visit landmarks in Lancashire. Here in Lancashire there are no shortages of iconic landmarks that are filled with character and history which makes Lancashire stand out from the rest.

There is no need to worry about those purse strings, exploring the breadth of Lancashire’s offer doesn’t have to be expensive.

Whether you are shopping for that special someone or just picking something up for yourself Lancashire offers an unrivalled shopping experience.

The expanses of sky above dramatic sweeps of open moorland not only make it captivating by day but after the sun sets there’s a whole new world to discover in the dark skies over Bowland. 

With 354 recorded bird species, native mammals such as red deer and otters, and millions of creepy crawlies that include tiger moths and common lizards, Lancashire’s wilder side offers up some great days out.

The world-famous Blackpool Illuminations need little introduction. Commencing in 1894, three million people now visit the greatest free light show on Earth each year, extending Blackpool’s tourism season from the end of August until early November.

So much to do, so much to see and so much to enjoy! Blackpool features world-class attractions from a theme park to an aquarium, stunning beaches to the Blackpool Illuminations, a waterpark to a zoo, wax figure celebrity look-a-likes and the unforgettable Blackpool Tower.

Autumn is a fantastic time to get out and see the changing colours of the leaves in Fylde. Take a bracing walk through the extensive grounds of Lytham Hall or explore rural Fylde’s villages and countryside on two feet, two wheels or four hooves via the extensive network of footpaths and bridleways.

Offering some of the best coastal and rural views in Lancashire, Wyre is the perfect place for a relaxing short break.

Nestled between the beautiful hills of the South Pennines, Rawtenstall is the perfect location to take in the natural country setting and enjoy the peaceful ambience of the coffee shops, markets and microbreweries dotted around the historic cobbled high street.

A visit to Lancashire offers the opportunity to learn something new. Discover a new talent or re-ignite an old with hands on experiences and courses, or simply view Lancashire from another angle by foot, canal boat or steam train.

Located in the heart of West Lancashire, the historic market town of Ormskirk is steeped in character and history, offering the perfect spot for a short break.
 

Enjoy a peaceful, rural weekend away in Blackburn with Darwen, and discover something new. 

Lancashire’s long and rich history is part of the county’s lasting appeal, however as with every good historic tale, it usually comes with something a little more sinister.

Pendle is the perfect place to take an autumn break. Shrouded in history, this picturesque area of Lancashire sits in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering stunning views across the hills and valleys.

Take an exclusive luxury spa break at the global award-winning Woodland Spa.

Like spring, autumn breezes bring in a sense of new beginnings and a want to get organised and renew your energy and what more of a perfect way to refresh than with a short break in Lancashire.

It’s here, August bank holiday weekend is here. Keep calm and have lots of fun.

There’s no better way to enjoy the summer sun than sharing a delicious picnic with friends and family. With miles of soft golden sand and luscious green countryside to explore, Lancashire is home to some of the best picnic spots in the country.

If you’re looking for a great day out this summer then the award-winning Chorley Flower Show, in the heart of Lancashire, will delight you with the sights, smells and sounds from the most magnificent garden.

Selladoor Worldwide & Winter Gardens Blackpool collaborate to program exciting new work accessable to Northern audiences and restore the prestegious grade 2 listed building.

It’s here, the bank holiday weekend and sun is still shining! Here in Lancashire there’s so many fab events and things to do across the county throughout the weekend.

May half term is upon us. Luckily, there's lots going on across Lancashire throughout the holidays - Monday 29 May - 4 June 2018.

Visiting Accrington’s Haworth Art Gallery is like stepping into a jewellery box. The oak panelled entrance hall and richly carved interior features are classic examples of the Arts and Crafts movement.
 

The Ribble Valley’s stunning landscape and rich heritage is integral to the food grown and produce made here. Enjoy a delicious 24 hours eating your way around this bountiful part of Lancashire.

ICON the UK’s first double launch coaster at Blackpool Pleasure Beach on 25 May 2018. To celebrate the opening we thought we share some interesting and record breaking facts about the UK’s favourite seaside resort.
 

It’s here, the bank holiday weekend and the Met Office have promised us sunshine!
Here in Lancashire there’s so many fab events and things to do across the county throughout the weekend.

"The world's favourite season is the spring. All things seem possible in May" - Edwin Way Treale.

With the longer days, lighter nights, 2 bank holidays and May Half Term we have got lots to shout about this month here in Lancashire.

We have put together our 'bucket and spade' list to help inspire and uncover some of the many unique Lancashire experiences and hidden gems waiting for you to discover and capture.

Just because it’s winter that’s no excuse to pack away the picnic gear and hide away indoors.

Morecambe Bay is a place of big views and big skies. The vast sands and mud flats are nature’s larder for hundreds of thousands of birds, and it is one of the most important places in Britain for birdlife.

There is something for everyone, with countryside, canals, coast and towns. Enjoy stunning views, quiet lanes, rare wildlife and our famous Lancashire coastline.

If you’ve ever wondered where your favourite TV series was filmed, or been momentarily distracted by a stunning view in the background of a film and thought you’d like to go there, you are not alone.

A trip to Blackpool has to be on every kid’s wish list, so whether you bring the family for the very first time or you haven’t been for a while you’ll want to make sure that it’s completely unforgettable for everyone.

With 354 recorded bird species, native mammals such as red deer and otters, and millions of creepy crawlies that include tiger moths and common lizards, Lancashire’s wilder side offers up some beastly experiences.

Historic houses, wild Pennine moorland and an emerging cultural vibe makes Burnley an exciting place to explore in 24 hours.

What do Brief Encounter, The Trip and Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children all have in common? Whether it be a quaint railway station, award winning restaurants or iconic landmarks these and many other television programmes and films have been filmed in Lancashire.