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Top places to see a sunset on the Lancashire coast
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30 October 2026
With the sun now setting earlier and the crisp autumn weather arriving, it is the perfect time to experience some of Lancashire's spectacular sunsets.
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Blackpool Zoo
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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Families across Fylde can start counting down to another spectacular weekend on the sand, as the award-winning St Annes International Kite Festival returns from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 September 2027.
Two of Blackpool’s best-loved trams are to take centre stage on the seafront during the town’s Lightpool celebrations later this week.
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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 Pub at Holland Hall Hotel
Tucked away in the beautiful grounds of Holland Hall, our Victorian pub is a hidden gem brimming with warmth, character and local charm.
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Jules at Mytton Fold Hotel
Jules restaurant is a hidden gem, a brand-new dining hotspot, set in the heart of the Ribble Valley.
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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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The Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens
The entertainment hub at the heart of the Fylde Coast.
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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.
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Jules at Mytton Fold Hotel
Jules restaurant is a hidden gem, a brand-new dining hotspot, set in the heart of the Ribble Valley.
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King George's Hall
One of the area's premier live entertainment complexes and has an exciting programme of music, dance, comedy and variety.
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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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The Lancashire Game and Country Festival
Dates: 12th Sept 2026 - 13th Sept 2026
Lancashire's biggest and best countryside event
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Relaxed Performance of Robin Hood: Family Panto - Lancaster Grand Theatre
Date: 5th Dec 2026
Join us for a special relaxed performance of our spectacular Christmas pantomime, Robin Hood.Designed for adults and children with additional needs, along with their families, carers, and support workers, this performance offers a welcoming...
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Top Secret - The Magic of Science - Lowther Pavilion & Gardens
Date: 8th Nov 2026
Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science.Hang on to your seats and experience a non-stop action packed interactive magical science show with experiments and magic that will capture the imagination.
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American Wrestling - King George's Hall
Date: 6th Feb 2027
American Wrestling returns to KGH continuing over 100 years of wrestling at the hall.Includes: Royal Rumble plus Texas Tag MatchFeaturing Worldwide Champion TINY IRONIncludes free meet and greet
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Alice's Adventures in Wonderland - The Atkinson
Date: 1st Apr 2027
Drawing on the wealth of peculiar episodes from both Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, Box Tale Soup invite you down the rabbit hole into a timeless world of wondrous fantasy.Carroll’s Wonderland floods onto the stage i...
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Dear Santa - Viva Blackpool
Date: 6th Dec 2026
From the author of the well-loved children's book Dear Zoo, Rod Campbell, comes Dear Santa and it's LIVE!
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Smokin' Deals at Hickory's Southport
Seven days of smokin’ deals, eight days a week.
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Smokin' Deals at Hickory's Smokehouse Hutton
Seven days of smokin’ deals. Eight days a week.
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Christmas starts at Jules Restaurant
The countdown to Christmas begins at Jules Restaurant
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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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Get Set for the Tour De France
Looking forward to the Tour De France hitting our screens and roads next year? We can't wait, especially as 2027 will see the riders make their way through the incredible Lancashire landscape!
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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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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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Humblescough Farm Woodland Experiences
Re-connect with nature and restore wellbeing.
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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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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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