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Lancashire is the perfect place for a family-friendly day out, with plenty of activities to keep all ages entertained. From exciting attractions and outdoor adventures to interactive experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy together. Little ones can burn off energy at adventure playgrounds and nature trails, while older children will love exploring parks, attractions and hands-on experiences designed to spark curiosity and fun.
Across the county, families will find welcoming venues, open spaces and year-round events that make spending time together easy and enjoyable. Whether you’re planning a relaxed day in the countryside, visiting a popular attraction or discovering something new in a local town, Lancashire offers endless opportunities to create lasting family memories.
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With more people taking to the roads for a family roadtrip this summer, we're giving you the best spots to go to if you need to take a break off the M6 motorway
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WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
There's a fantastic day ahead of you at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Enjoy splashing, dipping, playing, feeding, paddling and getting up-close-and-personal to some of nature's…
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Windmill Animal Farm
Windmill Animal Farm is a great family day out, offering visitors the chance to experience the every day running of an actual working farm, while still having the chance to…
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Hickory's Smokehouse Hutton
Born from a road trip across America's Southern States, we learnt all things smokin' from the best pitmasters across the region.
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The Hole in Wand Blackpool
Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.
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Family Friendly | Coastal | Free
World Horse Welfare Penny Farm
Penny Farm is a horse rescue and rehabilitation centre operated by the charity World Horse Welfare. They welcome visitors 3 days a week to meet the ponies & find out more about the work of the charity.
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Windmill Animal Farm
Windmill Animal Farm is a great family day out, offering visitors the chance to experience the every day running of an actual working farm, while still having the chance to watch, feed and touch the animals.
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Hickory's Smokehouse Hutton
Born from a road trip across America's Southern States, we learnt all things smokin' from the best pitmasters across the region.
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WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
There's a fantastic day ahead of you at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Enjoy splashing, dipping, playing, feeding, paddling and getting up-close-and-personal to some of nature's most wonderful wildlife.
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Family Friendly | Coastal | History & Heritage
The Hole in Wand Blackpool
Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.
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Family Friendly | Coastal | History & Heritage
Rossall Tower
Rising 42 feet above the sand dunes, climb to the top and enjoy views across Morecambe Bay and towards Blackpool. Get involved in events, walks and tours from the Tower.
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Get 15% off a midweek stay
Get 15% off a midweek stay in a luxury Shepherd's Hut.
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Family Friendly | TASTE
Set Lunch menu from £20
Two courses for £20 or three courses for £25
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Family Friendly Routes & Trails
Family Friendly | Free | 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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Family Friendly | Free | 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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Family Friendly | Outdoors
Own a Pony Day
At HAPPA Own a Pony Day, children get the opportunity to own a HAPPA pony for the day, gaining valuable knowledge and an insight into what it is like to care for a pony, via hands on practical learning.
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Family Friendly | TASTE
Flavours Cookery School
New cookery school located at Sidings Business Park, in Whalley, Ribble Valley, Lancashire. Purpose-built kitchen and dining facilities hosting cookery courses and social events centred around healthy, nutritious and balanced home-cooking.
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