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Join curator Gina, as she explores the gruesome, spooky, and gory, side of The Whitaker's collection.
Expect to hear about witches potions, an unexploded bomb, and terrifying taxidermy.
This talk will be family-friendly
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| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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| Ticket | £3.00 per ticket |
Booking required.
Recommended for 10 years plus.
Partner of Visit Lancashire 2018Situated on the A681 Haslingden to Rawtenstall Road, close to Rawtenstall centre and the East Lancashire Railway station.
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