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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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The Cottage Museum, Lancaster
Welcome to 15 Castle Hill, the home of Richard and Ann Thompson.
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Showtown Blackpool
Showtown is Blackpool's brand new, side-tickling, eye-popping, toe-tapping, mind-boggling family attraction.
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British Textile Biennial
A free festival of contemporary art, commissioning artists and designers from all over the world to make work inspired by the context and legacy of the textile industry.
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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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Hoghton Tower
An historic house with magnificent state apartments, banqueting hall, ballroom, grounds and dolls' houses on display.
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Towneley Sculpture Trail
On a stroll through Thanet Lee Woods you will encounter the ever changing sculpture trail, carved from fallen and damaged trees, discover birds, mammals and even a crocodile emerging from its watery home.
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