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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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Becconsall Lancashire's Living Museum and Heritage Park
Celebrating the industrial, social and craft heritage of historic Lancashire.
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Warton Village, St Oswald's Church and the Old Rectory
North of Carnforth, this village has strong links to the Washington family, ancestors of the USA's first President George Washington. The local church bears the Washington coat of arms, and flies the Stars & Stripes flag every 4th July.
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Lune Aqueduct
Lancaster Lune Aqueduct was designed by John Rennie and carries the 20 foot wide canal over the Lune. The aqueduct was restored in 2011-2012, and can now be enjoyed on foot or by canal boat.
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Gawthorpe Hall
An Elizabethan Gem in industrial Lancashire, period rooms, work by Charles Barry and Pugin, nationally important Rachel Kay - Shuttleworth textile collection, National Portrait Gallery paintings, connections to English Civil War.
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Williamson Park - Ashton Memorial and Butterfly House
Highly commended as 'Best Small Visitor Attraction 2008` Williamson's Park features 54 acres of parkland, a butterfly house, cafe, walks & play areas and breathtaking views to the Fylde Coast and the Lake District.
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The Leeds Liverpool Canal
The Leeds and Liverpool Canal was the first of the Trans-Pennine canals to be started and the last to be completed. The length and the complexity of the route meant that the canal took 46 years to build at a cost of five times the original budget.
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