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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 Weavers' Triangle Visitor Centre
Currently closed for refurbishment. The visitor centre contains displays including period rooms, a Victorian Parlour and weaver's dwelling.
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The Cottage Museum, Lancaster
Welcome to 15 Castle Hill, the home of Richard and Ann Thompson.
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The Ditchburn Jukebox Museum
Take a trip back in time, when jukebox music was in every coffee bar and milk bar in the UK.
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Ribble Steam Railway and Museum
Lancashire is the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. A place where many incredible things happened that shaped our lives, our society and our world.
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Queen Street Mill Textile Museum
Queen Street Mill is Grade 1 listed and the last surviving 19th Century steam powered weaving mill in the world.
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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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