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Discover Lancaster for a day out where history and culture come together in one of Lancashire’s most characterful cities. Overlooked by the impressive Lancaster Castle, the city’s streets are filled with historic buildings, independent shops and places to eat, all set alongside the River Lune. The castle itself offers a fascinating insight into centuries of history, while nearby museums and galleries add to the city’s cultural appeal.

Step a little further and you’ll find green spaces such as Williamson Park, home to the iconic Ashton Memorial and offering wide-reaching views across the surrounding area. The riverside provides an easy route for walking and cycling, linking the city to more open countryside and coastal surroundings. It’s a place where you can take your time, with plenty of different corners to explore as you go.

Also part of England’s Heritage Cities.

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What's on this weekend 21st to 23rd August

Posted on: 21 August 2026

Another great weekend of fun awaits in Lancashire this week! From celebrating the 1940s to the heritage of one of Lancashire's most famous fishing ports, through to monsters and fire feasts, there is something for everyone

Lytham 1940s weekend
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What's on this weekend 14th to 16th August

Posted on: 11 August 2026

Lancaster Businesses

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Dukes Theatre and Cinema

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Bay View Garden Centre

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Patty's Barn

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Countrystyle Kitchen

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Warton Crag

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Lancaster Grand Theatre

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Lancaster Events

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Henry Paker: Pencil Case - Lancaster Grand Theatre

Date: 4th Mar 2027

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Nashville Live - Lancaster Grand Theatre

Date: 21st Oct 2026

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Fastlove: A Tribute to George Michael - Lancaster Grand Theatre

Date: 13th Feb 2027

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Hey, Old Friend: A Tribute to Sharon Bell - Lancaster Grand Theatre

Date: 3rd Oct 2026

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Imagine Lennon - Lancaster Grand Theatre

Date: 10th Jul 2027

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Gilbert O’Sullivan: Live in Concert - Lancaster Grand Theatre

Date: 21st Sept 2026

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Lancaster Itineraries

Free things to do | Arts & Culture | History & Heritage

Lancashire Set-Jetting: Morecambe, Lancaster and the surrounding areas

DurationThree Days

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Lancaster Routes & Trails

Coastal | Outdoors

Way of the Roses Cycling Route

Distance170 miles

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Cycling for All: Lancaster, Morecambe and the Lune Valley - Longer routes

DistanceBetween 20 and 35 miles

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Cycling for All: Lancaster, Morecambe and the Lune Valley - Shorter Routes

DistanceBetween 7 and 15 miles

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Outdoors

Lunesdale Walk - Part 6

Distance6 miles

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