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Heritage / Visitor Centre
Burnley
Located in the Wharfmaster's House and Canal Toll Office at Burnley Wharf, the Visitor Centre contains displays about The Weavers' Triangle, the Leeds & Liverpool Canal and the cotton industry and its workers. Admission is FREE.
Castle / Fort
Lancaster
Steeped in almost 1000 years of history including the trials of the Pendle Witches and the Birmingham Six, Lancaster Castle is one of the most important historic monuments in the North West. Come and visit the old cells, Shire Hall and Crown Court.
Steam Railway
Preston
Today in the heart of Preston’s historic docklands, Ribble Steam Railway volunteers keep the entrepreneurial spirit alive and well. This heritage attraction connects the story of the north’s industrial railways, charting their rise and fall,…
Historic House
Preston
Built in 1325 Samlesbury Hall is steeped in fascinating history, retaining its original typical black and white exterior, the Hall is almost equidistant between Blackburn and Preston, yet retaining a rural feel.
History & Heritage
Preston
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.
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Squires Gate Lane, Blackpool
Located in an original RAF Hangar, the Spitfire Visitor Centre will transport you back in time to the dark days of WW2, bringing to life the realities of fighting in the air and supporting the aircrews on the ground.
Arts, Crafts & Galleries
Burnley
This 14th century grade 1 listed hall has a rich history with many stories to tell, with grand period rooms decorated with oil paintings and sculptures covering several centuries of life at the hall which was the home of the Towneley family for over…
Museum
Burnley
Queen Street Mill is Grade 1 listed and the last surviving 19th Century steam powered weaving mill in the world.
Museum
Rossendale
Set in the beautiful Whitaker Park in Rawtenstall, it’s a great day out for all. A traditional and contemporary a museum, but with a modern twist.
Historic House
Burnley
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.
Windmill
Lytham
The Windmill is situated on Lytham Green and is open to the public during the season and entry is free of charge.
Historic House
Accrington
Haworth Art Gallery is best known for its collection of Tiffany art glass.
Railway
Hesketh Bank
Lancashire's only narrow gauge railway, A short 2ft operational, narrow gauge steam railway with an historic collection of locomotives.
Historic House
Samlesbury
Throughout 2025 Samlesbury Hall will be celebrating the Hall's 700th anniversary with a whole host of special events over a 12 month programme called Samlesbury 700.
Historic Site
Clitheroe
The college also holds the oldest museum in the English-speaking world, which is an incredible resource for the children of Stonyhurst to learn and enjoy.
Family Days Out
Blackpool
Showtown is Blackpool’s brand new, side-tickling, eye-popping, toe-tapping, mind-boggling family attraction.
Historic House
Astley Village, Chorley
One of the most intriguing historic houses in the North West, Astley Hall, located in the beautiful surroundings of Astley Park, offers a fascinating look into over 400 years of history and the lives of the families who once called it home. Visitors…
Gallery
Southport
A busy arts centre providing fun, creativity and a varied day out. It's free too.
Museum
Helmshore
Visit a place where Lancashire’s industrial past is brought to life through a multi-sensory experience like no other.
Museum
Lancaster
The Judges' Lodgings dates back nearly 400 years on a site that has been at the centre of Lancaster's history for nearly 2000 years