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Free Days Out

If you’re on a hunt for a budget-friendly day out, why not plan a visit to Lancashire? We’ve put together a range of free things to do, perfect for those days when you are looking for something to do without costing you the earth.

With acres of quaint countryside to be explored, bustling market towns, historic houses, and art galleries, most of which have free admission, there is something to keep everyone smiling. As well as the many free walking and cycling routes waiting to be explored.

Although we have tried our best to ensure that they are free, we would like to remind you that small charges for things like parking may still apply.

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The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery

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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.
Clitheroe Castle Museum

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Castle / Fort

Clitheroe

This historic landmark, in the heart of Ribble Valley provides a stunning vantage point. Intriguing galleries take you through 350 million years of history and geology of the local area.
Williamson Park - Ashton Memorial and Butterfly House

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Municipal Park

Lancaster

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.
Comedy Carpet Blackpool

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Arts, Crafts & Galleries

Blackpool

The Carpet, a permanent walk-on installation on the new Tower Festival Headland at the foot of Blackpool Tower
Avenham & Miller Parks

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Parkland/Woodland Garden

Preston

The Grade II* parks, a 5 minute walk from the city centre, boasts many fine features, from the Swiss Chalet and beautiful Japanese Garden to a fountain centre piece and Italianate terrace. Stroll along the riverbank before enjoying lunch at the cafe.
Fairhaven Lake

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Natural Feature

Lytham St Annes

Fairhaven Lake is an extremely popular destination and offers a choice of boat rides, a snack or meal by the waterside, bird watching, nature walks, tennis, bowling, adventure playground, an eighteen hole adventure golf course, and a Spitfire…
Singing Ringing Tree - Panopticon

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Arts, Crafts & Galleries

Burnley

Burnley's Panopticon, 'Singing Ringing Tree', is a unique musical sculpture which overlooks Burnley from its position high above the town on Crown Point.
Barley Picnic Site

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Picnic Site

Barley

One the very best picnic sites in the North West, there are many footpaths in the area, and good walks can be obtained between Barley and the picturesque villages of Rimington and Downham in the shadow of Pendle Hill.
The Tolkien Trail - in the Footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien

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Walking Route

Hurst Green

Please be aware that due to health and safety risks there is a short diversion in place around Winkley Hall Farm. A 9km (5 1/2 miles) circular walk starting and finishing at Hurst Green in Ribble Valley, Lancashire. The village of Hurst Green is…
Scott Park - Burnley

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Parkland/Woodland Garden

Burnley

Scott Park has a beautiful Victorian bandstand, woodland walks bowling greens and an excellent play area for children including a giant draughts board.
Gisburn Forest

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Forest Area / Park

Gisburn

All year round, Gisburn Forest offers different experiences for different people. Explore on foot, on horseback or by bike. Find popular trails and quiet glades or explore this accredited Dark Sky Discovery Site after dark.
Preston Guild Wheel

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Cycle Route

Preston

The Preston Guild Wheel is a 21 mile "Greenway" that encircles the city of Preston, linking the city to the countryside. The Guild Wheel route makes the most of the different landscapes that surround the city
Blackpool Beach

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Beach

Blackpool

There’s nothing quite like a day at the seaside, and Blackpool is one of the best beach resorts you will find in the UK.
The whole family will love relaxing in the sun and enjoying an ice cream along the promenade here in Blackpool.
There is…
Brockholes Nature Reserve

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Nature Reserve

Samlesbury, Preston

Brockholes is full of nature moments just waiting for you to find.
Centre of the British Isles

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Natural Feature

CLITHEROE

Dunsop Bridge has been officially declared by the Ordnance Survey as the nearest village to the exact centre of the British Isles.
Haworth Art Gallery and Artists’ Studios

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Historic House

Accrington

Haworth Art Gallery is best known for its collection of Tiffany art glass.
Ribchester Roman Bath House

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Heritage / Visitor Centre

Ribchester

Although long disused, it is still possible to see the remains of the sweating room (sudatorium), the warm room (tepidarium), and the hot room (caldarium) in the ruins of Ribchester Bath-House.
Stanley Park

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Municipal Park

Blackpool

Stone statues star across formal borders and frothing fountains in the show piece Italian Gardens. There are pathways galore leading to quiet corners, while bridges carry you across the lake.
Corporation Park

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Municipal Park

Corporation Park (18 ha) is a traditional Victorian park close to the centre of Blackburn and has been awarded the prestigious Green Flag award status.
Fleetwood Beach Wheelchairs

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Outdoor Pursuits

Fleetwood Beach Wheelchairs offer wheelchair users the chance to enjoy the fabulous Fleetwood coastline.