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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.
Darwen Festival of Fun Returns for Sixth Year with Free Family Day of Live Entertainment, Markets and Street Food Darwen Market Square to host a full day of performances, workshops, artisan stalls on 29th August 2026
With many of the kids breaking up this week, its time to get the summer started! Why not check out a few of these great events to celebrate?
Earlier today a number of parks and green spaces all around the world have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag award, and over 50 of them are right here in Lancashire.
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…
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…
Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.
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…
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Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.
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Read MoreThere'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.
Read MorePenny 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.
Read MoreA 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.
Read MoreAt The Wheatsheaf the importance of providing high quality food in a relaxing environment is understood.
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Date: 4th Sept 2026
The world-famous Illuminations need little introduction. With six miles of traditional festoons, tableaux and interactive features along the Promenade, no wonder it’s commonly known as the greatest free light show on Earth!
Read MoreDates: 18th Jul 2026 - 19th Jul 2026
Local residents are invited to discover a new sport and get active at Fulwood Leisure Centre
Read MoreDates: 18th Jul 2026 - 19th Jul 2026
Local residents are invited to discover a new sport and get active at West View Leisure Centre
Read MoreDate: 19th Jul 2026
Read MoreDates: 18th Jul 2026 - 19th Jul 2026
Join Affinity as they splash into plastic free July with a weekend full of free family fun.
Read MoreDate: 19th Jul 2026
The transport festival, known locally as Tram Sunday, has been one of Fleetwood’s biggest spectacles for more than three decades and combined with SpareParts, launched by Fylde coast art company LeftCoast in 2014
Read MoreGet 15% off a midweek stay in a luxury Shepherd's Hut.
Read MoreDuration1 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.
Read MoreDuration1 hour 30 mins
Distance2 miles
This circular walk takes in some fantastic views of the surrounding countryside from Darwen Moors.
Read MoreAt 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.
Read MoreNew 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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