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Discover the best things to do in Lancashire, from outdoor activities and family days out to cultural experiences and relaxing escapes.
Explore beautiful countryside walks, cycling routes, and nature trails, or enjoy fresh air adventures. Lancashire is perfect for walking holidays, outdoor activities, and wildlife experiences.
Uncover the region’s rich heritage with museums, historic sites, art galleries, and cultural attractions, or enjoy family-friendly entertainment, theme parks, and attractions for all ages.
Whether you’re planning a short break, weekend getaway, or family holiday in Lancashire, you’ll find plenty of activities to suit every interest.
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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.
Windmill Animal Farm
Windmill Animal Farm is a great family day out, offering visitors the chance to experience the every day running of an actual working farm, while still having the chance to…
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
There's a fantastic day ahead of you at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Enjoy splashing, dipping, playing, feeding, paddling and getting up-close-and-personal to some of nature's…
World Horse Welfare Penny Farm
Penny Farm is a horse rescue and rehabilitation centre operated by the charity World Horse Welfare. They welcome visitors 3 days a week to meet the ponies & find out more…
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X-Height Climbing Walls at Salt Ayre Leisure Centre, Lancaster
Come down and try the ultimate indoor climbing challenge with our 18 exhilarating walls. Suitable for all the family (5 years +), X-Height provides an exciting introduction to climbing as well as a healthy workout.
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The TERN Project
Come and celebrate the birds and wildlife of Morecambe Bay. The TERN project is a stunning series of sculptures situated along Morecambe's promenade for you to discover. Pick up a trail leaflet from Morecambe Visitor Information Centre. Please note - due to promenade renovation works, some of the sculptures have been removed or re-sited, please contact Morecambe Visitor Information Centre for more details.
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Samlesbury Hall
Built in 1325, Samlesbury Hall is steeped in fascinating history, retaining its original typical black and white exterior.
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Carnes Fine Art
Carnes Fine Art are proud to be an independent art gallery, specialising in original paintings, sculptures and works on paper. The gallery is located at Cedar Farm in the rural and beautiful setting of Mawdesley, Lancashire.
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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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Helmshore Mills Textile Museum
Visit a place where Lancashire's industrial past is brought to life through a multi-sensory experience like no other.
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