Fill your summer with flying colours as Dragonfly Festival returns to Martin Mere
This summer, WWT – the wetland charity – celebrates the return of its Dragonfly Festival, back and more colourful than ever.
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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.
This summer, WWT – the wetland charity – celebrates the return of its Dragonfly Festival, back and more colourful than ever.
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Independent makers, street food and live music draw the crowds, with the monthly market leading a wave of investment and excitement across the village
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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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Read MoreBorn from a road trip across America's Southern States, we learnt all things smokin' from the best pitmasters across the region.
Read MoreWindmill 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.
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 MoreDiscover more about Lancaster's past from the Romans to the present day and trace the pedigree of Lancaster's regiment from 1680 onwards at the King's Own Royal Regiment Museum.
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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: 9th May 2026 - 27th Jun 2026
Whether your child loves crafting or just wants to try something new, Mini Makers Club is a friendly, creative space to experiment and explore.
Read MoreDates: 26th Jun 2026 - 27th Jun 2026
The annual concert of musical theatre songs performed by KTB Music Theatre Chorus.
Read MoreDates: 26th Jun 2026 - 28th Jun 2026
Magic Weekend brings together immersive experiences, entertainment, and exclusive local offers for guests of all ages.
Read MoreDates: 27th Jun 2026 - 28th Jun 2026
A perfect family day out filled with fun, laughter, and a-meow-zing memories.
Read MoreDate: 28th Jun 2026
A good old fashioned day out for all the family.
Read MoreTwo courses for £20 or three courses for £25
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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