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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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St Annes Pier
Welcoming visitors since 1885, the beautiful pier at St. Annes. Rain or shine, there is a wide choice of things to do; from restaurants an shops, to amusements with children's cars and rides.
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Stonyhurst College
One of the largest buildings in the North West. This magnificent 16thC manor house is home to a famous Catholic co-educational independent boarding and day school. Tours include dormitories, library, chapels and school rooms.
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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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Bury Transport Museum
The industrial heritage of the north west is brought to life before your very eyes.
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Happy Mount Park
Originally created in the 1920s, Happy Mount Park was and is still very popular today. Woodland walks, Japanese Garden, putting and bowling, a children's Splashpark and play areas, miniature railway, crazy golf, swing boats and more
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Tite & Locke
Lancaster's destination bar with an incredible range of craft beers, select wines and carefully chosen spirits from around the world.
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