Things to do, places to visit, eat and shop in Lancaster and the surrounding area
LANCASTER ACCESSIBILITY By Rob Bracewell
Lancaster is an historic town built between two sets of hills and as such can be a challenge to wheelchair users. The City centre is pedestrianised and almost all shops and services are accessible. Attractions such as the Castle are on top of a steep hill so assistance may be required. Blue Badge parking is free in all City Council car parks but some have time limits. The area is served by low floor buses and the local trains carry ramps. It is recommended, however, to contact individual hotels or the Vistor Information Centres directly with specific requirements. - Lancaster V.I.C. - 01524 582394
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RUSKIN LIBRARY
The Ruskin Library galleries, situated on the Lancaster University campus, opened in 1998, show a changing selec�on from a fascina�ng collec�on of pictures, books, manuscripts and photographs OPENING HOURS DURING EXHIBITIONS Monday‐Friday 10am‐4pm (closed weekends and Bank Holidays) Admission Free Enquiries ‐ 01524 593587 Loca�on On A6, south of Lancaster
With so much to do it’s a real family day out! 54 Acres of Woodland / Butterfly House / Ashton Memorial / Cafe / Mini Beast Cave Playground / Outdoor Theatre / Orienteering / Gift Shop / Birthday Parties
Williamson Park, Lancaster LA1 1UX www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark
01524 33318
Salt Ayre Sports Centre Fun and fitness for everyone!
01524 847540
www.lancaster.gov.uk/saltayre A bustling street
market found at the heart of Lancaster city centre every Wednesday and Combine shopping with Saturday - 9am sightseeing at Lancaster’s historic 4.30pm.
Charter Market
www.lancaster.gov.uk/chartermarket
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Campsite on a working farm. Cafe & Pets Corner
Promoting a city centre alive with vibrancy and culture info@lancasterunlimited.org.uk
www.redbankfarm.co.uk | 01524 823196 Red Bank Farm, The Shore, Bolton Le Sands, Carnforth, LA5 8JR
SALT AYRE SPORTS CENTRE
Lancaster’s largest sports centre with swimming pool and a wide range of facilities.
Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JS t • 01524 847540 - w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/saltayre
THE PLATFORM
Premier venue for entertainment and live music, attracting world famous talent.
Station Buildings, Promenade, Morecambe, LA4 4DB t • 01524 582803 - w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/platform
MORECAMBE SUPERBOWL
Bowling - Food - Pool - Games - Parties
Central Drive Morecambe, LA4 4DW t • 01524 400 974 - w • www.super-bowl.co.uk
THE BOROUGH COMEDY CLUB Held every Sunday at The Borough, Lancaster!
3-5 Dalton Square Lancaster LA1 1PP t • 01524 64170 - w • www.lancastercomedy.co.uk
THE ZONE
5 tier play structure, massive indoor slide, free wi-fi. Tea, coffee and hot food available.
Dalton Square, Lancaster, LA1 1PL t • 01524 382225 - w • www.thezonesoftplay.co.uk
MEGAZONE
The Ultimate indoor Laser Adventure , fun for all the family.
94-96 Marine Road, Morecambe, LA4 4DQ t • 01524 410224 - w • www.megazonemorecambe.co.uk
PLEASURELAND
Large Family Entertainment Centre and Kids Soft Play Area.
Winter Gardens, Marine Road, Morecambe, LA4 4BU t • 01524 424212
NATIVE KNOWLEDGE TOURS
Family run Tour company offering day Hikes in & around Cumbria, Lancashire & Yorkshire.
Anywhere you want picking up from & taking to. t • 07930228512 - w • www.nativeknowledgetours.com
THE DUKES
An award winning theatre, cinema & café bar that plays host to live music, comedy & drama.
Moor Lane, Lancaster LA1 1QE t • 01524 598500 - w • www.dukes-lancaster.org
ASHTON GOLF CENTRE
Beautiful, Challenging 9 Hole Pay and Play Golf Course and Driving Range.
Ashton with Stodday, Lancaster LA2 0AJ t • 01524 752221 - w • www.ashtongolfcentre.co.uk
LANCASTER GRAND THEATRE
A wide variety of shows, plays music and comedy is performed at the historic Grand Theatre.
St. Leonardgate, Lancaster, LA1 1NL t • 01524 64695 - w • www.lancastergrand.co.uk
HOLIDAY ACTIVITY PROGRAMME
Loads of fun sports, arts and museum activities for children every school holiday. Sign up to receive our fun family newsletter at: www.lancaster.gov.uk/holidayprogramme
THE ROBERT GILLOW
Fantastic Live Folk & Jazz music Most days, plus great food, drink and atmosphere!
64 Market St, Lancaster LA1 1HP t • 01524 36092 - w • www.pubfoodlancaster.co.uk
REGENT PARK STUDIOS
All kinds of fun activities from trampolining to martial arts.
Rear of 93 Regent Road, Morecambe, LA3 1AF t •01524 419861 - w • www.regentparkstudios.co.uk
VUE CINEMA
State-of-the-art multiplex modern cinema with 6 screens.
Church Street Lancaster LA1 1LP t • 0871 224 0240 - w • www.myvue.com
RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVE
Go wild on nature trails and events, visit superb gift shop and award-winning cafe.
Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SW t • 01524 701601 - w • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss The Lancaster Grand Theatre Image by Lancaster Grand Theatre
MARCOS ITALIAN RESTAURANT
Open kitchen, relaxed informal atmosphere, special offers, child friendly, parties welcome.
27 North Road, Lancaster, LA1 1NS t • 01524 844445 - w • www.marcosrestaurant.com
THE BOROUGH
Fine Ale, Food, Wine and Rooms.
3-5 Dalton Square Lancaster LA1 1PP t • 01524 64170 - w • www.theboroughlancaster.co.uk
SOUPANOVA
Friendly, retro soup bar specialising in home made, healthy food.
18 Church Street Lancaster LA1 1NP t • 01524 841 488 - w • www.twitter.com/SoupanovaSoups
THE MUSIC ROOM
A great atmosphere and range of speciality coffee, tea and cakes.
Sun Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1EW t • 01524 65470 - w • www.themusicroomcafe.com
THE WHALE TAIL
Exclusive vegetarian cafe creating culinary masterpieces to astound.
78a Penny Street, Lancaster, LA1 1XN t • 01524 845133 - w • www.whaletailcafe.co.uk
FRANKIE & BENNY’S
American & Italian restaurant and bar. Extensive menus with something for everone.
Central Drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DW t • 01524 834 190 - w • www.frankieandbennys.co.uk
THE HALL
Assemble in The Hall for Coffee & Events.
10-12 China Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EX t • 01524 65470 - w • www.thecoffeehopper.com
THE ROBERT GILLOW
Fantastic Live Folk & Jazz music Most days, plus great food, drink and atmosphere!
64 Market St, Lancaster LA1 1HP t • 01524 36092 - w • www.pubfoodlancaster.co.uk
TEATRO
Book a table at Lancaster’s only Brazilian restaurant and it’s yours all night.
60-62 Church Street, Lancaster, LA1 1LH t • 01524 380012 - w • www.teatrolancaster.co.uk
BELLA ITALIA
Family friendly restaurant offering a broad menu of all things Italian.
26-28 Church St Lancaster, LA1 1LH t • 01524 36340 - w • www.bellaitalia.co.uk
COTTAMS FIELD BREWERS FAYRE
Family restaurant on the outskirts of Lancaster with special eating offers.
Caton Road, Lancaster, LA1 3PE t • 01524 384800
PIZZA MARGHERITA
Pizza restaurant, celebrating over 30 years of quality, style and service.
2 Moor Lane Lancaster, LA1 1QD t • 01524 36333 - www.pizza-margherita.co.uk
HURLEY FLYER
We hope you will enjoy our delicious menu in our lovely pub.
Christie Way, Morecambe, LA4 4TB t • 01524 419044 - w • www.hurleyflyerpubmorecambe.co.uk
RED BANK FARM - ARCHERS CAFE
A working farm and pets corner with a cafe serving homecooked food & beautiful views!
The Shore, Bolton le Sands, Carnforth, LA5 8JR t • 01524 823196 - w • www.redbankfarm.co.uk
PIZZA HUT
Fun times and great food for over 50 years.
Kingsway Retail Park, Lancaster LA1 1DQ t • 01524 599222 - w • www.pizzahut.co.uk
ASPECT BAR & BISTRO
Morecambe’s finest cocktail Bar & Bistro offering the best quality food and drink.
320-3 Marine Road Central, Morecambe, LA4 5AA t • 01524 416404 - w • www.aspectbar.com
Teatro Restaurant, Lancaster Outside The Music Room ImageImage by Teatro from Atkinsons Coffee
WILLIAMSON PARK
54 acres of parkland, Edwardian Butterfly House, Pavilion Cafe and Ashton Memorial.
Wyresdale Road Lancaster, LA1 1UX t • 01524 33318 - w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark
RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVE
Go wild on nature trails and events, visit superb gift shop and award-winning cafe.
Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SW t • 01524 701601 - w • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss
RUSKIN LIBRARY
A fascinating collection relating to the great Victorian writer and artist John Ruskin.
Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancaster, LA1 4YH t • 01524 593587 - w • www.lancaster.ac.uk/users/ruskinlib
SIZERGH CASTLE
Beautiful Medieval house surrounded by rich gardens.
Sizergh, Nr Kendal, LA8 8AE t • 015395 60951 - w • www.nationaltrust.org.uk /sizergh
LANCASTER CITY MUSEUM
Situated in the historic and cultural Lancaster in an elegant Georgian building.
Market square, Lancaster, LA1 1HT t • 01524 64637 - w • www.lancashire.gov.uk
LANCASTER MARITIME MUSEUM
Explore Lancaster’s Golden Age and rich maritime and natural history.
Custom House, St George’s Quay, Lancaster, LA1 1RB t • 01524 382264 - w • www.lancashire.gov.uk
JUDGES LODGINGS MUSEUM
Discover the treasures of Lancaster’s oldest town house.
Church Street Lancaster LA1 1YS t • 01524 32808 - w • www.lancashire.gov.uk
HAPPY MOUNT PARK
A traditional park, free to enter with beautiful gardens, woodland walks & additional attractions.
Marine Road East, Promenade, Morecambe t • 01524 582808 - w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/happymountpark
GREENLANDS FARM
Enjoy our open farm, artisan village and Wellies cafe. A fun day out for the whole family!
Tewitfield, Carnforth, LA6 1JH t • 01524 784184 - w • www. greenlandsfarmvillage.co.uk
MORECAMBE FESTIVAL MARKET Over 100 stalls selling everything you need
Central drive Morecambe LA4 4DW t • 01524 414251
CHARTER MARKET
A traditional, twice weekly bustling street market at the heart of Lancaster city centre.
Market Square, Market Street & Cheapside, Lancaster, LA1 1XD t • 01524 414251 w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/chartermarket
QUAKER TAPESTRY KENDAL
Museum, Café & Shop. Café open year round, Exhibition open Apr-Dec. Children FREE.
Friends Meeting House, Kendal LA9 4BH t • 01539 722975 - w • www.quaker-tapestry.co.uk
LOW SIZERGH BARN
We are a working farm with trail, tea room, craft galleries and farm shop.
Low Sizergh Farm, Sizergh, Kendal, LA8 8AE t • 015395 60426 w • www.lowsizerghbarn.co.uk
BLACKWELL, THE ARTS & CRAFTS HOUSE
A breathtaking Arts & Crafts historic home exuding craftsmanship from every room.
Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JT t • 015394 46139 - w • wwwlakelandartstrust.org.uk
RED BANK FARM
A working farm and pets corner with a cafe serving homecooked food & beautiful views!
The Shore, Bolton le Sands, Carnforth, LA5 8JR t • 01524 823196 - w • www.redbankfarm.co.uk
LAKELAND WILDLIFE OASIS
The little zoo with lots to do!
Hale, Milnthorpe, LA7 7FE t • 015395 63027 - w • www.wildlifeoasis.co.uk Ashton Memorial, Williamsons Park Image by Lancaster City Council
MARKET GATE SHOPPING CENTRE
Shopping...it’s in the Bag! + 110 space car park and Award Winning Toilets & Parent Room.
Market Gate Shopping Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1JF t • 01524 382845 - w • www.marketgatelancaster.co.uk
ST NICHOLAS ARCADES
Lancaster’s leading shopping centre.
12 Lancaster Gate, Lancaster, LA1 1NB t • 01524 846569 w • www.stnicholasarcades.co.uk
CHARTER MARKET
A traditional, twice weekly bustling street market at the heart of Lancaster city centre.
Market Square, Market Street & Cheapside, Lancaster, LA1 1XD t • 01524 414251 w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/chartermarket
THE VINTAGE SHOP
Vintage Ladies’ & Men’s Clothing & Accessories.
4 Gage Street, Lancaster (off Dalton Square) t • 07774 321264 w • Facebook: Vintage-Shop Lancaster
GORRILLS OF LANCASTER
We stock a large range of homeware as well as gifts for all the family.
61-63 Penny Street, Lancaster, LA1 1UD t • 01524 62667
13 THE WAREHOUSE
3 floor Boutique Department Store with coffee shop. Where shopping is fun!
13 Queen Street, Morecambe, LA4 4EQ t • 01524 401600
ARNDALE CENTRE
Essential big name stores & independent retailers. Activities through school holidays.
Market Street, Morecambe, LA4 5DH t • 01524 416922 - w • www.arndalemorecambe.co.uk
LEES GAMES
Consoles, Games, DVD’s bought, sold and exchanged!
280 Marine Road Central, Morecambe, LA4 5BY t • 01524 425404 - w • www.leesgamesltd.co.uk
MORECAMBE FESTIVAL MARKET Over 100 stalls selling everything you need.
Central drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DW t • 01524 414251
ATKINSONS COFFEE SHOP
Award winning international coffee and tea house with over 60 varieties.
12 China Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EX t • 01524 65470- w • www.thecoffeehopper.com
THE BOTTLE SHOP
Lancaster’s only city centre specialist Beer, Wine and Spirits shop.
The Bottle Shop, No.17 Sun Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EW t • 01524 36092 - w • www. robertgillow.com/bottle-shop
SILVER TREE JEWELLERY
Extensive range of jewellery includes our Pandora shop-in-shop.
67 Penny Street, Lancaster, LA1 1XF t • 01524 847100 - w • www.silvertreejewellery.co.uk
BARE NECESSITIES
Retailer of clothing, toys and gifts for children.
29A Princes Crescent, Morecambe, LA4 6BY t • 01524 409984 - w • www.barenecessities-uk.com
RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVE SHOP Everything you need to help give nature a home where you live.
Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SW t • 01524 701601 - W • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss
TODDS OF KENDAL
The Lake District’s largest retailer of country wear and equestrian clothing and supplies.
Bridle Nook, Mintsfeet Road North, Kendal, LA9 6LZ t • 01539 724311
ASSEMBLY ROOMS MARKET
Indoor Market and cafe - Vintage Clothing, costume hire, tv/film memorabilia, hobby supplies & more.
King Street, Lancaster t • 01524 414251 - w • www.lancaster.gov.uk
Lancaster Town Centre
18 Church Street, Lancaster, LA1 1NP @soupanovasoups TeL: 01524 841488 “A little piece of New York in Lancaster” Vegan options,wheat/gluten gluten free available Vegan options, free available Home made soups, sandwiches and and Home made soups, sandwiches smoothies from locally sourced produce smoothies from locally sourced produce Outside catering
Open 7 days 11am-4pm a week - 11am - 4pm Open: Mon-Sat Sun 11:30am-4pm *Subject to availability. House Rules Apply.
£5 off lane hire after* 6pm with this voucher! 01524 400974 www.super-bowl.co.uk Morecambe Superbowl, Central Drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DW
01524 425404 280 Marine Road Central, Morecambe, LA5 4BY,
A traditional covered market with more than 100 stalls and just a stroll away from Morecambe’s glorious promenade. Open Tues, Thurs, Sat & Sun (9am - 4.30pm) www.lancaster.gov.uk/festivalmarket
MORECAMBE’S No1 FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE
KIDS! Save your tickets and
Win Awesome Prizes in the Kiddies Game Area!
CASH CASINO
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KIDS EAT FREE 3-6pm EVERYDAY* MARINE ROAD CENTRAL 01524 424212 *One child eats free for every full paying adult meal
MEXICAN NIGHT
OUR NEWEST FIESTA OF FLAVOUR from 5pm
L ANCAST ER C OME D Y C L U B EVERY SUNDAY
Ian D Montfort
John Bishop
Boy With Tape On His Face
Justin Moorhouse
John Thomson
Tom Stade
Ivan Brackenbury
Imran Yusuf
Gary Delaney
including acts from
Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Mock The Week, Tramadol Nights, Father Ted & Phoenix Nights! all acts are subject to change
8pm in the drawing room at the borough £7 in advance / £9 on the door main course & comedy ticket £12 mention our ‘things to do’ advert & get the comedy meal deal for £10 3 Dalton Square, Lancaster LA1 1PP www.theboroughlancaster.co.uk | Tel: 01524 64170