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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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Showtown Blackpool
Showtown is Blackpool's brand new, side-tickling, eye-popping, toe-tapping, mind-boggling family attraction.
Read MoreLancashire Archives and Local History
Explore 900 years of Lancashire's history in one place; a place full of stories about the people, landscapes, culture and events that have shaped this historic county.
Read MorePendle Heritage Centre
The Pendle Heritage Centre is open daily and includes a Garden Tearoom, 18th Century Walled Garden, Cruck Frame Barn, a Parlour shop, Tourist Information Centre, Pendle Arts Gallery and a Conference Centre.
Read MoreWycoller Hall
The hall was built by the Hartley family at the end of the 16th century and subsequently extended in the 18th by Squire Henry Owen Cunliffe, in order to attract a wealthy wife. Charlotte Brontë is thought to have frequently visited Wycoller village.
Read MoreTowneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum
Towneley Hall is a magnificent historic house, art gallery and museum, set in over 400 acres of historic parkland and small formal gardens with woodland walks, trails, and a large children's play area.
Read MoreWorden Park
Worden Park is a hidden gem, situated on the edge of Leyland.
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