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Viewpoint
Rossendale
Rossendale's Panopticon, 'Halo', is an 18m-diameter steel lattice structure supported on a tripod five metres above the ground.
Museum
Preston
The cultural heartbeat of Preston, a hub of creativity and community.
Picnic Site
Lancaster
Bull Beck, located to the east of Caton in the Lune Valley, offers some extremely pleasant walks along the Lune Valley, towards the lovely villages of Hornby and Gressingham, or towards Lancaster.
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.
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.
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…
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
Arts, Crafts & Galleries
BLACKPOOL
The Great Promenade Show consists of ten pieces of artwork along Blackpool Promenade from South Pier heading south. It is generally thought of as an outdoor art gallery reflecting Blackpool’s history and character, with the works commissioned from…
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.
Forest Area / Park
Wigan
Nestled on the side of Parbold Hill, is a beautiful woodland walk called 'Fairy Glen'. Stroll through this enchanted forest and discover plenty of cliff edges and spectacular waterfalls. Parking is located just outside of the park and there are…
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.
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.
Viewpoint
Morecambe
With a stunning backdrop of Morecambe Bay, no trip to Morecambe is complete without seeing the larger-than-life Eric Morecambe Statue. The statue and the arena below it are equally sensational at night, with superb lighting effects bathing the area.
Parks & Gardens
Preston
Haslam Park is a particularly good example of a fine Victorian influenced town park, with many of the original features still in place.
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.
Beach
Morecambe
Long, stone jetty offering a walking path, bay vistas & bird & animal sculpture
Wildlife & Bird Watching
Lytham St Annes
Providing information about the lake’s heritage as well as the local wildlife.
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.
Model/Miniature Village
Preston
Earlier this year a bronze statue of animated penguin villain Feathers McGraw was unveiled as part of the grand opening for Animate Preston. Located close to the statue of his arch enemies Wallace and Gromit, which opened in September 2021
Arts, Crafts & Galleries
Blackburn
Blackburn's Panopticon, Colourfields, is a dramatic transformation of the former cannon battery in Blackburn's Corporation Park.