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Top Lancashire Picnic Spots
Posted on:
21 May 2026
There’s no better way to enjoy the spring sun than sharing a delicious picnic with friends or family. Take a look at some of Lancashire's best picnic spots
Garstang
Garstang is a traditional market town with a long history and a strong connection to the surrounding countryside. Known as the world’s first Fairtrade Town, its weekly market remains a key part of town life, while the centre is filled with independent shops, cafés and tearooms that make it a popular stop. Nearby Flower Bowl at Barton Grange offers a modern addition with dining, entertainment and leisure all in one place.
The landscape around Garstang lends itself well to walking and cycling, with routes linking the town to both Morecambe Bay and the Forest of Bowland. The Wyre Way passes through here, following the river, while the nearby Lancaster Canal provides a quieter setting for towpath walks and boat trips.
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Be Inspired
Lancashire has some of the best walks in England including beautiful countryside and coastal views. It’s important everybody can enjoy walks, which is why we have put together this list of walks perfect for both wheelchair users and pushchairs.
Calling all food lovers! We've put together a list of great places to eat across Lancashire that are either completely plant-based or have a fantastic vegan or vegetarian range of meals on their menu
Garstang Businesses
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The Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre
Welcome to Lancashire's newest and most unusual leisure venue, offering a range of exciting activities under one grass-covered roof! You'll be blown away by the building, a unique mix of Vegas razzmatazz and floral art.
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Barton Grange Garden Centre
The award-winning Barton Grange Garden Centre is on the A6 at Brock between Preston and Garstang, set in beautiful Lancashire countryside and was named Destination Garden Centre of the Year in 2012 and 2013 and oozes style and originality.
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Blooms Restaurant
With its gorgeous flower-themed interior and bright and cheery service to match, Blooms is the perfect setting for every occasion.
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The Ocean Fish and Chip Restaurant
Dive into The Ocean for delicious, freshly-prepared dishes designed for the whole family to enjoy. This popular sea-themed restaurant offers a crowd-pleasing menu and a laidback atmosphere.
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Claylands Park Holiday Homes
At Claylands Park you can enjoy the countryside and wildlife for yourself.
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The Royal Oak Hotel
The Royal Oak Hotel is a 17th Century coaching Inn in the heart of the first fair trade market town of Garstang.
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Free | Outdoors
Trough of Bowland Cycling Route
Duration4 hours
Distance34 miles
A 34 mile loop taking you through the beautiful Trough of Bowland and Forest of Bowland National Landscape starting in Garstang
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