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Summer is here, and Lancashire is the place to be! Whether you’re planning a fun-filled family getaway, a trip with friends, or a romantic escape, Lancashire has it all. Enjoy miles of golden beaches, delicious food and drink, and stunning cities, towns, and countryside.
This summer, the events are bigger and better than ever. From the brand-new Wanderland Festival in Wyre to unique events like the World Gravy Championships and the dazzling Blackpool Illuminations, there’s something for everyone.
Our guide has all the details on the best events happening in July, August, and September, with a special section for August Bank Holiday weekend. It’s the perfect time for a short break in Lancashire.
Start making unforgettable memories this summer in Lancashire. Dive into our guide and find the perfect events for you and your family today!
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JULY
Medieval Tile Craft
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Ribble Valley 1st - 31st July
Horse + Bamboo: Film Club, Nomadland (12)
Horse + Bamboo
Rossendale 2nd July
Evening Talk LM 756, F-Freddy- A Lancaster Bomber Memorial Story
The Atkinson West Lancashire 3rd July
Grateful Fred’s: Americana & Roots Music
The Atkinson West Lancashire 3rd July
Eternity: Hot Ice Show 2024 at Pleasure Beach Resort
Pleasure Beach Arena
Blackpool 4th July - 7th September
Lytham Festival
Lytham Green, Lytham St Annes. 3rd - 7th July
Lytham Festival returns this summer with headliners Shania Twain, Courteeners, James and many more all taking to the stage.
Richard Herring: Can I Have My Ball Back?
Lancaster Grand Theatre
Lancaster 4th July
Viva Country Legends - A Night At The Grand Ole Opry
VIVA Blackpool
Blackpool 4th July
Mill Fest Live Music Weekender
Holmes Mill
Ribble Valley 5th - 7th July
Alfie Boe
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool 5th July
Rob Lamberti presents Perfectly George
VIVA Blackpool
Blackpool 5th July
The Dynamos at Mytton Fold
Mytton Fold Hotel
Blackburn 5th July
The UK Rock Show
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley 5th - 6th July
The Ultimate ABBA Experience - The Dynamos Live
Mytton Fold Hotel
Blackburn 5th July
Garstang Scarecrow Festival
Garstang
Wyre 5th - 7th July
Family Antics at The Whitaker: Pride
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
Rossendale 6th July
LANX Walking Club
Mitton Road Business Park
Ribble Valley 6th July
Late Night Riding & Fireworks at Pleasure Beach Resort
Pleasure Beach Resort
Blackpool 6th July
Mrs Dowsons Wedding Fair
Mrs Dowsons Farm Park
Blackburn 6th July
Music At The Mill - Liz Simmons & Flynn Cohen - Folk and Roots
Helmshore MIlls Textile Museum
Rossendale 6th July
Preston City Mela 2024
Moor Park
Preston 6th July
Showtown Relaxed Hour
Showtown Blackpool
Blackpool 6th July
The
Lancashire Hotpots
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley 6th July
National Festival of Making
Blackburn Town Centre 6th-7th July
The FREE family festival returns to Blackburn town centre this summer with plenty of workshops and entertainment. As well as our Taste Lancashire tent which will once again be returning.
Leye’s Big 30 year’s
Anniversary Celebration
VIVA Blackpool
Blackpool
7th July
Science Museum Live on Tour
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool
7th July
Toy Story Afternoon Tea
Barton Manor Hotel
Preston 7th July
Woof Shack at HAPPA
Shores Hey Farm
Burnley 7th July
Classic and Performance Motor Show
Leighton Hall Carnforth 7th July
Cake & Classical Music Calderbank Duo
The Atkinson West Lancashire 8th July
Zog and the Flying Doctors
The Atkinson West Lancashire 9th July
Bowie Live
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool 11th July
Dreamboys
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool 11th July
SHOWTOTS: Baby and toddler session
Showtown Blackpool
Blackpool 11th July
Teeth Tell Tales with Dr Allison Stewart
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Ribble Valley 11th July
Morecambe Music Festival
Various locations
Morecambe 11th - 14th July
Bread Making
Flavours Cookery School
Ribble Valley 12th July
Freddie Davies: A Comedy Life
Joe Longthorne Theatre
Blackpool 12th July
Jim Davidson Swimming Against The Tide!
VIVA Blackpool
Blackpool 12th July
An Audience with Mick Miller
Showtown Blackpool
Blackpool 12th - 13th July
An Evening Of Swearing and Shouting with Gavin Webster
Old Electric
Blackpool 13th July
Ormskirk Gingerbread Festival
Ormskirk Town Centre, West Lancashire 14th July
Head to Ormskirk this July for the return of the popular Gingerbread festival where you can expect free children’s entertainment, an artisan market and plenty of gingerbread.
Blackburn Chamber
Choir: Vivaldi Gloria
Blackburn Cathedral
Blackburn 13th July
Blackpool Colour Run 2024
Blackpool Colour Run 2024 Blackpool 13th July
Blackpool Comedy Festival: Jason Manford & Friends
Winter Gardens Blackpool Blackpool 13th July
Darwen Pride
Darwen Market Square
Blackburn with Darwen 13th July
‘I photograph comedians!’ by Andy Hollingworth
Showtown Blackpool
Blackpool
Various Dates
Jason Manford & Friends
Winter Gardens Blackpool Blackpool 13th July
Little Smith Sunshine
Old Electric Blackpool 13th July
Murder Mystery Night
Lancashire Manor Hotel West Lancashire 13th - 14th July
Showtown’s Funny Craft
Showtown Blackpool Blackpool 13th July
Dino Fest
Lancaster City Centre
Lancaster 13th - 14th July
The 1635 Household
Gawthorpe Hall
Burnley 13th - 14th July
What are you laughing at?
The Old Electric Blackpool 13th July
Lancashire Local History Walk
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Preston 14th July
Pirate Day
Heskin Hall
Chorley 14th July
Princess and Pirates Day at West Lancashire Light Railway
West Lancashire Light Railway
West Lancashire 14th July
Showtown: Comedy Legends talk
Showtown Blackpool
Blackpool 14th July
The Upbeat Beatles
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool 14th July
Colne Family Fun Day
Colne town centre
Pendle 14th July
Winckley Square Walk: A Regency Promenade with Afternoon Tea
Winckley Square Gardens
Preston 14th July
Sister Act
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool 15th - 20th July
Footloose
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool 17th July
Summer toddler party
Thornton Hall Country Park
Pendle 17th - 18th July
Chateau d’Esclans Dinner
Northcote Hotel & Restaurant
Blackburn with Darwen 18th July
Beat-Herder Festival
Gisburn Road
Ribble Valley 18th - 21st July
A Wildflower Year guided walk
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Preston 19th July
Genesis Connected
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley 19th July
The Giant Killers
Darwen Library Theatre
Blackburn with Darwen 19th - 20th July
Whitney Houston Tribute Night
Lancashire Manor Hotel
West Lancashire 19th - 20th July
Morecambe Rides Again
Scooter Weekend
Morecambe Promenade
Morecambe 19th - 21st July
Flourishing & Gold Ink Calligraphy Workshop
Cedar Farm
West Lancashire 20th July
Meet and greet with fairytale Princesses
Fishergate Shopping Centre, Preston 27th July
Calling all fairytale lovers! Join our meet and greet at Fishergate Shopping Centre as you step into a world of wonder and meet the stunning Elsa, adventurous Ariel and the spirited Rapunzel.
Holmes Mill Summer Sessions 2024
Holmes Mill
Ribble Valley 20th July
Festival of Fun
Thornton Hall Country Park
Pendle 20th July - 1st September
History Beneath Your Feet: Clitheroe Castle Archaeology Tour
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Ribble Valley 20th July
Lowther’s Ice Cream Festival 2024
Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens Fylde 20th - 21st July
Rossendale Pride in the Park 2024
The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
Rossendale 20th July
The Country Music Experience
King George’s Hall
Blackburn with Darwen 20th July
Green Fayre
Beacon Country Park
Upholland 20th - 21st July
Heysham Village Viking Festival
Town Centre
Heysham 20th - 21st July
As You Like It: Outdoor
Theatre
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Preston 21st July
Fleetwood Festival of Transport - Tram Sunday
Fleetwood Town Centre
Wyre 21st July
The
Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever Preston
Miller Park
Preston 21st July
Time To Dance
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool 21st July
Colne Grand Prix
Colne town centre
Pendle
23rd July
&Juliet
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
23rd - 27th July
Summer codebreakers trail
WWT Martin Mere
West Lancashire
23rd July - 1st September
Summer Circus ShowAdventure on the sea
Joe Longthorne Theatre, North Pier
Blackpool
24th July - 21st August
440 Outdoor Theatre
Heskin Hall
Chorley
25th July
All Night Long: The Soul & Motown Show
Showbar, Central Pier
Blackpool
25th July - 1st September
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Junior Archaeologists: Dig Pits
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Ribble Valley
25th July
Miss Rachel UK – A Live ‘Ms Rachel’ Tribute Show
VIVA Blackpool
Blackpool 25th July
Clitheroe Castle Museum Junior Archaeologists: Medieval Tile Pottery Workshop
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Ribble Valley 26th July
Everything Changes - The Take That Tribute Show
VIVA Blackpool Blackpool 26th July
SeekOut Festival
Stephen Park
Ribble Valley 26th - 28th July
What’s Love Got To Do With It?
Lancaster Grand Theatre
Lancaster 26th July
Chorley Flower Show
Astley Park, Chorley 26th - 28th July
Bigger and better than ever, the award-winning Chorley Flower Show is back for 2024 with more entertainment and activities than ever before!
The
Dukes Play in the Park: Alice in Wonderland
Williamson Park, Lancaster 19th July – 25th Aug
The Dukes Park Show Returns! Marvellous Madness Awaits as you step into the world of Alice in Wonderland – an immersive theatrical experience that will transport you to a wonderland like no other!
Armchair Archaeology with Ribble Valley Archaeology
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Ribble Valley
27th July
Morecambe Pride
Morecambe Promenade
Morecambe 27th July
Oak Fest 2024
Oak Hill Park
Hyndburn 27th July
The Lancashire Festival 2024
Avenham + Miller Park
Preston 27th July
Irish Sea Day
Half Moon Bay
Heysham 27th July
Lowther’s Folk, Roots & Maritime Festival 2024
Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens
Fylde 27th - 28th July
The Haunting of Blaine Manor
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool
31st July - 3rd August
Wanderland
Cottam Hall Playing Fields, Poulton-le-Fylde 27th July
A brand-new family festival is coming to Poulton-leFylde and you can expect plenty of fun including live entertainment, arts and crafts and adorable animals.
AUGUST
Maize Maze at Ridgeway Farm
Ridgeway Farm
Blackpool 1st - 31st August
Rebellion Festival
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool 1st - 4th August
Glitter Tattoos and Face Paint at HAPPA
Shores Hey Farm
Burnley 2nd August
Hyndburn Sound Music Festival 2024
Various venues
Hyndburn 2nd - 4th August
Lowther Outdoor Cinema: Barbie (12A)
Lowther Pavilion & Gardens
Fylde 2nd August
Nestival
Brindle Distillery
Chorley 2nd - 4th August
Free fun and games at Fishergate Shopping Centre
Fishergate Shopping Centre
Preston 3rd August
Open Garden Day
Gibbon Bridge
Ribble Valley 3rd August
The Morecambe 1940s Revival Festival
Morecambe War Memorial Hall
Morecambe 3rd - 4th August
Sense-O-Matic
Preston Markets
Preston 3rd August
Brockholes Village Fete
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Preston 3rd - 4th August
S
M J Falconry
Bowland Wild Boar Park
Ribble Valley 4th August
Lipstick on Your Collar
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool 4th August
Fairhaven Dog Festival
Fairhaven Lake Fylde 4th August
Street Monkeys
Bowland Wild Boar Park
Ribble Valley 7th August
Clitheroe Food Festival
Clitheroe Town Centre 10th August
Expect delicious produce from Lancashire and beyond, inspirational chefs and exciting culinary activities at this year’s Clitheroe Food Festival.
Grateful Fred’s: Americana & Roots Music
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
7th August
Make a lucky Horseshoe
Gawthorpe Hall
Burnley 8th August
The Magic Of Motown
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool 8th August
Barry Steele presents: The Roy Orbison Story
Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens
Fylde 9th August
Thank You For The Music
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool 9th August
The Music of Bob Dylan performed by The Zimmermen
Garstang & District Arts Centre
Preston 10th August
A
Few Feet Up
Preston Markets 10th August
eBublio Magic Bubbles
Bowland Wild Boar Park
Ribble Valley 11th August
A Celebration of the Opening of Game Season
Northcote Hotel & Restaurant
Blackburn with Darwen 15th August
Blackpool Air Show
Blackpool Promenade 10th - 11th August
Blackpool Air Show returns with some of the world’s finest military and civilian aircraft performing over the iconic seafront, including the famous Red Arrows.
Horrible Histories: Rotten Royals
The Atkinson West Lancashire 16th August
The UK Rock Show
VIVA Blackpool
Blackpool 16th August
A Day of Knights with the Silver School of Arms
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Ribble Valley 17th August
Legends of Soul & Motown with Dayton Grey
The Joe Longthorne Studio Blackpool 17th August
Lowther Outdoor Cinema: The Dam Busters (PG)
Lowther Pavilion & Gardens
Fylde 17th August
Lytham 1940’s Weekend
Lytham Green
Fylde 17th - 18th August
Preston City Wrestling 2024
Preston Flag Market
Preston 17th August
The Funguys
Preston Markets
Preston 17th August
Grease The Musical
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool 19th August
Lowther Outdoor Cinema: Wonka (PG)
Lowther Pavilion & Gardens
Fylde 22nd August
Make your own treasure box
Gawthorpe Hall
Burnley 22nd August
Peppa Pig Family Fun Day
East Lancashire Railway
Rossendale 22nd - 23rd August
The Art of Sabrage
Northcote Hotel & Restaurant
Blackburn with Darwen 22nd August
A Evening with Cheryl Fergison
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool 23rd August
Lowther Outdoor Cinema: Dirty Dancing (15)
Lowther Pavilion & Gardens
Fylde 23rd August
Bank Holiday Weekend
As the August Bank Holiday approaches and summer starts to wind down, there’s still plenty of time to create unforgettable memories in Lancashire. Make the most of your long weekend by experiencing the array of exciting events happening across the region.
Lancashire offers something for everyone this August, whether you’re planning a family outing, catching up with friends, or continuing an annual tradition. From vibrant festivals to charming local fairs, our diverse range of events ensures a fantastic time for all.
Stay up to date with the latest event information by visiting our website at visitlancashire.com. Don’t miss out on making the most of your summer in beautiful Lancashire!
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The World Gravy Wrestling Championship
Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival
Colne Town Centre 23rd - 25th August
The annual and much-loved festival is once again taking over Colne with a range of amazing local bands all taking to the stage across several town centre venues.
Great Eccleston Tractor Pulling Championships 2024
Great Eccleston Showground Fylde
23rd - 25th August
Accrington Soapbox Challenge
Accrington Town Centre
Hyndburn 24th August
The Straits UK
Lancaster Grand Theatre
Lancaster 24th August
An audience with Tommy Cannon
Joe Longthorne Theatre
Blackpool 24th August
Lowther’s Food & Drink Festival 2024
Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens
Fylde 24th - 26th August
Rawtenstall Pop Up Bank Holiday Weekend Extravaganza
Rawtenstall Town Square
Rawtenstall 24th - 26th August
Angelica Sprockets Pockets: Outdoor Theatre
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Preston 25th August
Druthers Festival
Heskin Hall
Chorley 25th August
The World Gravy Wrestling Championship
Rose ‘N’ Bowl
Rossendale 26th August
Burnley Canal Festival
Finsley Gate Wharf 25th August
Head to Finsley Gate Wharf for this years
Burnley Canal Festival where you can join in with the art and craft workshops, makers market, live performances and much more.
Ride the Lights
Blackpool Promenade
Blackpool
27th August
Big Girls Don’t Cry
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
29th August
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool
29th August - 1st September
Queen The Greatest Hits Tour’ - The Bohemians
Joe Longthorne Theatre
Blackpool
30th August
The Blackpool Illuminations Switch- On
Tower Festival Headland
30th August
Join in the fun at this two-hour unforgettable show hosted by Hits Radio with a line-up of some top music talent before the big iconic switch-on moment.
Lancaster’s Belgian Refugees by Henry Holborn
Judges Lodgings
Lancaster
30th August
Blackpool Illuminations 2024
Blackpool Promenade
Blackpool
30th August - 5th January
The British Country Music Festival
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
30th August
80s Live!
Lancaster Grand Theatre
Lancaster
31st August
Vintage by the Sea
Morecambe Promenade
31st August – 1st September
The Morecambe seafront provides a stunning backdrop once again for a programme of art and culture inspired by the 20th century from the 20s to the 90s!
Darwen Market: Dark Moon Comic Fair!
Darwen Market Hall
Blackburn with Darwen 31th August
Rumpelstiltskin
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
31st August
Fawlty Towers Weekend
Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Preston 31st August - 1st September
Paris Bubbles
Preston Markets
Preston 31st August
SEPTEMBER
Blood Brothers
Winter Gardens Blackpool Blackpool 3rd September
Grateful Fred’s: Americana & Roots Music
The Atkinson
West Lancashire 4th September
Johnny Hates Jazz ‘Turn Back the clock’
Lancaster Grand Theatre
Lancaster 5th September
Country Rocks
Thornton Hall Country Park Pendle 6th September
The UK Rock Show
The Atkinson West Lancashire 6th September
Heritage Open Days
Various locations
Various 6th - 15th September
Fylde
Coast food and drink festival
Marine Hall, Wyre 1st September
Back for its 12th year, this fantastic, food-filled day out will once again be showcasing the finest food and drink from around the region. With award-winning exhibitors, this event caters for everyone’s tastes.
Radio 2 in the Park
Moor Park, Preston 6th- 7th September
BBC Radio 2’s flagship annual live music event, Radio 2 in the Park will take place this year at Moor Park in Preston with Sting, Pet Shop Boys, Manic Street Preachers and many more all taking to the stage.
Thornton Rocks
Thornton Hall Country Park
Pendle
7th September
Baga Chipz - The ‘Much Betta!’ Tour
Darwen Library Theatre
Blackburn with Darwen 7th September
The
Haunting of Blaine Manor
The Atkinson West Lancashire
7th September
60s Festival
Rawtenstall Town
Rawtenstall 7th- 8th September
Heritage Open Day at Lancaster Grand Theatre
Lancaster Grand Theatre
Lancaster 8th September
An Evening with Lord Ian Botham
Lancaster Grand Theatre
Lancaster 9th September
Calling Planet Earth
Winter Gardens Blackpool Blackpool
12th September
Lionel
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley 12th September
World Fireworks Championship Blackpool
Blackpool
7th & 21st September and 5th October
These stunning firework displays will provide some jaw-dropping entertainment of all the family and even better, it’s free!
St Annes Kite Festival
St Annes Beach 13th – 15th September
The fabulous international Kite Festival returns to St Annes this summer for another dazzling show where you can expect to see kites of all shapes and sizes.
Celine- My Heart Will Go On
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley
13th September
Elvis Unleashed! A cirque fantasy
VIVA Blackpool
Blackpool 13th September
Fastlove 2024
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool 13th September
The Great Victorian Ghost Hunt
Samlesbury Hall
South Ribble
13th September
Heritage Open Day at Gawthorpe Hall
Gawthorpe Hall
Burnley 14th September
G4 20th Anniversary Tour
Lancaster Grand Theatre
Lancaster 14th September
Hits Out of Hell - The Legend of Meat Loaf
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley 14th September
The Foundations In Concert
Joe Longthorne Theatre
Blackpool 14th September
The World Famous Elvis –Starring Chris Connor
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool 14th September
Park Hall Onam Celebration
Park Hall Hotel
Chorley 15th September
Whitney – Queen Of The Night
Winter Gardens Blackpool Blackpool 15th September
Lord Of The Dance: A Lifetime Of Standing Ovations
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool 17th September
Preston Encounter Festival
Preston City Centre 21st – 22nd September
Immerse yourself in captivating performances, vibrant installations, and exciting activities as you join in the celebrations of the arts, culture, and heritage of Preston.
What Now My Love?
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley
18th September
Buffy Revamped
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool
20th September
Meat Loaf & The Symphony Orchestra
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
20th September
Morecambe Poetry Festival
Morecambe Winter Gardens
Morecambe
20th - 24th September
Art workshops with Encounter Festival
Fishergate Shopping Centre
Preston 20th - 22nd September
Robbie Williams Tribute Night
Barton Manor Hotel
Preston
20th September
Sherlock Holmes: The Last Act
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
20th September
Artisan Market “Hydrangea”
Holden Clough Nurseries
Ribble Valley 21st - 22nd September
David Essex
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool 21st September
Festival of History
Heskin Hall
Chorley 21st September
Come What May
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool 22nd September
Working Engines Day
West Lancashire Light Railway
West Lancashire
22nd September
PP Arnold
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley
25th September
Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience
Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort
Burnley
26th September
An Evening With Blackburn
Rovers Legends at Stanley House Glass Marquee
Stanley House Hotel & Spa
Ribble Valley 27th September
East 17
Joe Longthorne Theatre Blackpool 27th September
Riot and Rebellion - The Power loom riots by Dr Colin Penny
Judges Lodgings
Lancaster 27th September
Transmission: The Sound of Joy Division
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley
27th September
An Audience with Gerry Anderson
Joe Longthorne Theatre Blackpool 28th September
Bingo That’s Bonkers
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley
28th September
Catch Your Breath – The Secret Life Of a Sleepless Anaesthetist
The Atkinson West Lancashire 28th September
Chris McCausland - Yonks!
King George’s Hall
Blackburn with Darwen 28th September
Michael Bublé Tribute night
Lancashire Manor Hotel
West Lancashire
28th - 29th September
Preston Pride 2024
Preston Flag Market
Preston 28th September
SNEAK PEEK
World Fireworks Championship
Blackpool
5th October
Lancaster Music Festival
Lancaster
10th - 13th October
Lightpool Festival
Blackpool 18th - 26th October
North West Bird Watching Festival at Martin Mere WWT
West Lancashire 19th-20th October
Light up Lancaster
Lancaster 7th - 9th November
Astley illuminated
Chorley 8th November
Christmas By The Sea
Blackpool From 15th November
Lancashire Day
Various Locations 27th November
Cinderella at King Georges Hall
Blackburn 5th - 31st December
Festive Fire Garden
Preston 7th December
PLANNING YOUR TRIP
By Road
The M6 runs right through Lancashire connecting to the M61, M65, M55 and several major A roads. In less than an hour’s drive from Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds you could be exploring the vast Pennine Fells, beautiful Ribble Valley or driving along the world famous Blackpool promenade.
By Water
If you’re lucky enough to travel by water then both the Lancaster canal and Leeds-Liverpool canal give you the chance to sail right into the heart of places like Lancaster, Garstang and Burnley, whilst you’ll also get amazing views of our stunning countryside and wildlife on route.
By Rail
Lancashire has excellent rail connections from all over the country – just two hours from London on the West Coast Line with Avanti West Coast with stations at Preston and Lancaster. Change at Preston to reach the towns of Clitheroe, Burnley, Blackburn, Colne and Ormskirk. There are also direct trains traveling from Manchester to most Lancashire towns and cities.
By Air
Both Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Airport have frequent flights serving Europe and international airports including Beijing, Hong Kong and New York. Manchester Airport has direct trains to many Lancashire destinations every 30 minutes and it’s less than an hour’s drive from Manchester to Preston.
By Bike
Bring your bike to Lancashire (or hire one when you get here) and appreciate the variety of terrain and breath-taking views. You can pick up hire bikes from a number of railway stations including Morecambe, Blackburn, Preston and Ormskirk, all at reasonable prices. Leisure Lakes Bikes in Lancaster city centre has a range of hire bikes including electric and hybrid, and Blackpool hire scheme has comfortable yellow bikes from the Palatine Leisure Centre. See cyclelancashire.com for a full list of cycle hire venues.
For more information on travelling to and around Lancashire go to visitlancashire.com
Half Term Xplorer Challenge
Leighton Hall Lancaster
3rd - 5th June
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