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Lancashire’s history and heritage are shaped by its influential role in the Industrial Revolution, with mill towns and historic landmarks telling the story of its development. Castles, stately homes, and preserved sites across the county reflect a rich past that continues to define its character today.
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Dukes Theatre and Cinema
Cultural centre and theatre in Lancaster screening a wide range of films and own produced and touring work. Hosts annual outdoor Promenade productions.
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Go Quest Adventures
Dive into an interactive treasure hunting experience that turns the whole city centre into your adventure playground.
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Lancaster City Museum
Discover 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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Bury Transport Museum
The industrial heritage of the north west is brought to life before your very eyes.
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Gawthorpe Textile Collection Northlight
Gawthorpe Textiles Collection is an internationally renowned collection of global textiles located in the heart of Pennine Lancashire.
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Lancashire Police Museum
Take a trip through time and learn about some of the pivotal moments across Lancashire Constabulary's history.
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Roman Bath House and Wery Wall Remains
The Wery Wall is an interesting surviving fragment of Roman walling on the east slope of Castle Hill and represents a section of a bastion of the last Roman fort on the site. Adjacent to the wall are the excavated remains of a small Roman bathhouse.
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