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Countryside
Clitheroe
Gisburn is a thriving village with a long history. Situated on the A59, between Clitheroe and Skipton, its wide main street still retains some of its cobblestones.
Village
Clitheroe
The tiny hamlet of Mitton is situated on a limestone rise above th River Ribble, near to its junction with the River Hodder.
Village
Wrightington
Wrightington lies to the east of the district and is mostly hilly, rising to a height of 500 feet at Harrock Hill. It contains some of the finest country scenery in the whole for south Lancashire and a very fine panoramic view of the west Lancashire…
Village
Elswick
Elswick village can be found just of the A585. The village’s history is still apparent in the Gothic church and spire which stand next to the original 17th Century nonconformist chapel, the oldest in Lancashire.
Town
Skelmersdale
The modern, vibrant town of Skelmersdale sprang up in 1961 as the North West's first new town, although the area's roots can be traced back to Viking times. The town itself is a hive of urban activity with a number of thriving…
Countryside
Carnforth
Carnforth is at the meeting point of three railways, once had two steam sheds and an iron works. The station was used for the famous film Brief Encounter. There's an exhibition, restored tearoom and items featured in the film.
Village
Lancaster
Hornby is famed for its spectacular castle, now a private residence, overlooking the village. also an ancient castle site, Castle Stede, to the north of the village on the banks of the River Lune. St Margaret's Church is grade 1 listed.
Countryside
Dunsop Bridge is the entrance to the famous Trough of Bowland. Lovely winding paths from here through the moors to Lancaster are popular with thousands of fell walkers.
Coastal
The Esplanade, Fleetwood
Fleetwood on the Lancashire coast is a thriving seaside resort and busy port with a traditional pier, a beautiful yacht marina and a promenade packed full of attractions.
Village
The town is locally referred to as 'Clayton'. To the west lies Rishton, to the north Great Harwood, to the east Altham and to the south, Accrington.
It is thought the town developed while the stretch of Leeds-Liverpool canal that runs through it…
Village
Kirkham
Kirkham is situated amid pleasant villages and farmlands within easy reach of coastal resorts and with excellent shopping facilities
Countryside
Burnley
This unspoilt village is situated in the beautiful Cliviger Gorge three miles south east of Burnley on the A646. The church is of particular interest; built by Thomas Dunham Whitaker in 1794 it is the burial place of several notable Burnley people.
Village
The rural parish of Dalton lies to the north of Up Holland and east of Ormskirk. The landscape is dominated by Ashurst Hill, 570 feet above sea level, which is crowned by a beacon tower re-erected in 1768 by Lord Skelmersdale.
Countryside
Yealand Conyers is a tranquil village with local walks affording impressive views of Morecambe Bay, the Lakeland Fells and Pennines. Leighton Hall, with its origins dating back to 1246 is close by and the village also has a traditional pub.
Town
Barnoldswick
Barnoldswick is a town steeped in history and can trace its history back to the Vikings. The shops in the town often have a more individual flavour than most, and Barnoldswick itself hosts many events throughout the year.
Village
Wennington is a small parish near Tatham, to the north east of Lancaster. It is served by Wennington Railway Station.
Village
Clitheroe
An attractive village, with interesting shops and galleries, where old cottages rub shoulders with Tudor and Georgian buildings along the main street. Whalley is famous for its church and Abbey.
Village
You'll find this area a combination of wonderful countryside, busy village life and fascinating history.
Village
Caton lies amidst woodland and farmland in the beautiful Lune Valley.
City
PRESTON
Preston has so much to offer everyone, whether you are part of an organised group, out with the family or simply out to enjoy there is plenty to keep you busy.
Explore our fantastic history and heritage in our fun-filled museums or take a trip back…