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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.
A newborn foal is already winning hearts at HAPPA, the Burnley-based equine welfare charity, after arriving safely to rescued mum Sugar and given the name Kane in a playful nod to England’s World Cup campaign.
British pop favourites Five are set to make sure Everybody Gets Up for the biggest night in the resort’s calendar, as they take centre stage at this year’s Illuminations Switch On.
Born from a road trip across America's Southern States, we learnt all things smokin' from the best pitmasters across the region.
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…
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…
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.
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 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 MoreBorn from a road trip across America's Southern States, we learnt all things smokin' from the best pitmasters across the region.
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 MoreMark Birchall's award winning neighbourhood restaurant, The Barn, holds a Michelin star and three AA rosettes.
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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: 1st Jun 2026 - 30th Jun 2026
Read MoreDates: 1st Apr 2026 - 30th Jun 2026
Read MoreDates: 1st Jun 2026 - 30th Jun 2026
Read MoreDate: 4th Jul 2026
Silent disco for all the family.
Read MoreDate: 4th Jul 2026
A fun dog show with nine classes. Also, street food pop ups,, including burgers, curry, pulled pork rolls, jacket spuds.
Read MoreTwo courses for £20 or three courses for £25
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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