Lancashire Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities Guide

recommended places to visit and things to do in Lancashire


  • museum
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  • family-friendly
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  • free admission
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  • open year round
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  • limited opening
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  • virtual tours
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  • shop
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  • antiques
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  • art
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  • history
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  • local history

collections covering fine art, decorative art, Egyptology, coins, manuscripts, natural history, social history and South Asia with hands on interactive displays for children

  • landmark
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  • family-friendly
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  • free admission
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  • open year round

Six miles of traditional festoons, tableaux and interactive features along the Promenade, commonly known as the greatest free light show on Earth!

  • nature reserve
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  • family-friendly
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  • free admission
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  • open year round
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  • café
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  • shop
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  • visitor centre
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  • cycling
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  • nature
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  • walking
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  • wildlife

185 acres of extensive conifer woods and moorland with forest walks and viewpoints including a summit of 266m above sea leavel

  • place of worship
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  • family-friendly
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  • all-weather attraction
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  • free admission
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  • open year round
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  • architecture
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  • art
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  • history

Blackburn's cathedral since 1926, this church dates from much earlier, & includes a Georgian nave, sculptures by John Hayward & some splendid windows

  • leisure facility
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  • family-friendly
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  • all-weather attraction
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  • seasonal opening
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  • café
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  • music
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  • theatre

Britain’s biggest tourist attraction. The park boasts approximately 150 rides, live entertainment including ice and magic shows and offers over 30 restaurants and cafes

  • landmark
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  • viewpoint
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  • family-friendly
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  • all-weather attraction
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  • open year round
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  • café
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  • shop

The Tower is one of Blackpool's landmarks, and most popular attractions, including the Tower Eye and famous Tower Ballroom.

Blackpool Zoo

Blackpool

  • zoo
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  • family-friendly
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  • open year round
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  • café
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  • shop
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  • nature
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  • wildlife

Over 400 animals, from Aardvarks to Zebras. Keepers give regular talks & demonstrations to enable visitors to learn more about the animals.

  • family-friendly
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  • seasonal opening
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  • café
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  • shop
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  • toys & models

this miniature kingdom is set in 2½ acres of landscaped gardens and is situated on the edge of Blackpool’s Stanley Park

  • art gallery
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  • free admission
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  • open year round
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  • art

The Great Promenade Show consists of ten pieces of artwork forming an outdoor gallery reflecting Blackpool's history and character.