things to do in lancaster 2015

Things to do, places to visit, eat and shop in Lancaster and the surrounding area

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Come and find out why we are renowned for great food and fantastic service in the heart of Lancaster.

Serving homemade British classics and contemporary dishes, stop by for lunch or dinner.Awarded the ‘highest quality assured’ award from Taste Lancashire, our ‘field to plate’ ethos is well ingrained in our menus and quality ingredients are sourced locally and cooked fresh

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Comedy | Ballet | Opera | Drama | Music | Musicals Touring Productions | Family shows to name but a few ...

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300 spaces to park*

24 shops

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We’re home to big brand names like Next, Boots, Argos, The Entertainer Toy Shop, Iceland and Trespass. We offer great places to relax after your shopping, with delicious snacks from Vincenzo’s Coffee House and restaurant, Subway or Costa Coffee. Our undercover multi story carpark with 300 spaces will keep you out of the elements.

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Whether it’s shopping or relaxing you’re after, St. Nics is the place to be.

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Fantastic Food and Cocktails, with stunning views across Morecambe Bay & the Lakeland fells.

www.aspectbar.com320-323 Marine Road, Central Promenade, Morecambe Tel: 01524 416404

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3 Courses, Drinks & Nibbles 26/28 Church St., Lancaster LA1 1LH (01524) 36340

www.redbankfarm.co.uk | 01524 823196Red Bank Farm, The Shore, Bolton Le Sands, Carnforth, LA5 8JR

A working farm. with Cafe & Pets Corner

SALT AYRE SPORTS CENTRELancaster’s largest sports centre with swimming pool and a wide range of facilities.Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JS• 01524 847540 • www.lancaster.gov.uk/saltayre

REEL CINEMAMulti screen cinema complex with all the latest movies.Central Drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DW • 01509 221155 • www.reelcinemas.co.uk

COCOA HEARTS - CHOCOLATE WORKSHOPSLearn the art of chocolate making and create your very own chocolates!40-42 Victoria Street, Morecambe, LA4 4AL • 01524 418595 • www.cocoahearts.co.uk

LANCASTER GRAND THEATREThe home of comedy in the North. A wide variety of shows, plays, music and comedy.St. Leonardgate, Lancaster, LA1 1NL• 01524 64695 • www.lancastergrand.co.uk

PLEASURELANDLarge Family Entertainment Centre and Kids Soft Play Area.Winter Gardens, Marine Road, Morecambe, LA4 4BU • 01524 424212

GREENLANDS FARMEnjoy our open farm, artisan village and Wellies cafe. A fun day out for the whole family!Tewitfield, Carnforth, LA6 1JH• 01524 784184 • www. greenlandsfarmvillage.co.uk

SUNSHINE CYCLE HIREFamily cycle hire in central Morecambe with the best cycle routes for a family day out.202/203 Marine Road West, Morecambe, LA4 4BU • 01524 414709 • www.coopersamusements.co.uk

THE DUKESAn award winning theatre, cinema & café bar that plays host to live music, comedy & drama.Moor Lane, Lancaster LA1 1QE • 01524 598500 • www.dukes-lancaster.org

THE ROBERT GILLOWLancaster’s Premier Live Music Venue. music every day, food served till 12am, bar open till 1am. 64 Market St, Lancaster, LA1 1HP• 01524 36092 • www.robertgillow.com

HOLIDAY ACTIVITY PROGRAMMEFun filled activities for children to choose from every school holiday. Be the first to find out about discounts & deals by signing up to our mailing list via: www.lancaster.gov.uk/holidayprogramme

ASHTON GOLF CENTREBeautiful, Challenging 9 Hole Pay and Play Golf Course and Driving Range.Ashton with Stodday, Lancaster LA2 0AJ • 01524 752221 • www.ashtongolfcentre.co.uk

REGENT PARK STUDIOSFor Fun, Fitness and FriendshipTrampolining, Martial Arts and MediaRear of 93 Regent Road, Morecambe, LA3 1AF • 01524 419861 • www.regentparkstudios.co.uk

VUE CINEMAState-of-the-art multiplex modern cinema with 6 screens.Church Street Lancaster LA1 1LP• 0871 224 0240 • www.myvue.com

RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVEGo wild on nature trails and events, visit superb gift shop and award-winning cafe.Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SW• 01524 701601 • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss

LANCASTER COMEDY CLUBHeld every Sunday at The Borough, Lancaster!3-5 Dalton Square Lancaster LA1 1PP• 01524 64170 • www.lancastercomedy.co.uk

THE PLATFORMPremier venue for entertainment and live music, attracting world famous talent.Station Buildings, Promenade, Morecambe, LA4 4DB • 01524 582803 • www.lancaster.gov.uk/platform

The Lancaster Grand TheatreImage by Lancaster Grand Theatre

MOLLY’S GRILL-PIZZERIAA family owned restaurant serving great food in the best possible way.46-48 Church Street, Lancaster, LA1 1LH• 01524383436 • www.mollyslancaster.co.uk

Grill - Pizzeria

MARCOS ITALIAN RESTAURANTOpen kitchen, relaxed informal atmosphere, special offers, child friendly, parties welcome.27 North Road, Lancaster, LA1 1NS• 01524 844445 • www.marcosrestaurant.com

GREAVES PARK - BAR & DININGRenowned for great food! Serving homemade British classics and contemporary dishes.Bowerham Road, Lancaster, LA1 3AH• 01524 389335 • www.greavespark.co.uk

ASHTON HALL - PEAR TREE CAFÉDelicious home-style light meals. A seasonal menu provides fresh, nutritious fare all day.Ashton Road, Thurnham, Lancaster, LA2 0AJ• 01524 751767 • www.ashtonhallgardencentre.co.uk

THE HALLAssemble in The Hall for Coffee & Events.10-12 China Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EX• 01524 65470 • www.thecoffeehopper.com

THE MUSIC ROOMA great atmosphere and range of speciality coffee, tea and cakes.Sun Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1EW• 01524 65470 • www.themusicroomcafe.com

THE ROBERT GILLOWLancaster’s Premier Live Music Venue. music every day, food served till 12am, bar open till 1am. 64 Market St, Lancaster, LA1 1HP• 01524 36092 • www.robertgillow.com

THE BOROUGHFine Ale, Food, Wine and Rooms.

3-5 Dalton Square Lancaster LA1 1PP• 01524 64170 • www.theboroughlancaster.co.uk

Atkinsons - The Hall, LancasterImage from Atkinsons

HURLEY FLYERWe hope you will enjoy our delicious menu in our lovely pub.Christie Way, Morecambe, LA4 4TB• 01524 419044 • www.hurleyflyerpubmorecambe.co.uk

BELLA ITALIAFamily friendly restaurant offering a broad menu of all things Italian.26-28 Church St Lancaster, LA1 1LH• 01524 36340 • www.bellaitalia.co.uk

PIZZA MARGHERITAPizza restaurant, celebrating over 30 years of quality, style and service.2 Moor Lane Lancaster, LA1 1QDt • 01524 36333 - www.pizza-margherita.co.uk

POTTS DELI ‘N’ PIES Award winning pies, sandwiches, salad boxes and deli counter.56 Bowerham Rd, Lancaster• 01524 65834 • www.pottspies.co.uk

RED BANK FARM - ARCHERS CAFEA working farm and pets corner with a cafe serving homecooked food & beautiful views!The Shore, Bolton le Sands, Carnforth, LA5 8JR • 01524 823196 • www.redbankfarm.co.uk

PIZZA HUTFamily friendly, dine in or take away, great food for over 50 years.Kingsway Retail Park, Lancaster LA1 1DQ• 01524 599222 • www.pizzahut.co.uk

THE STORK AT THURNHAM HALLServing tea, coffee, cakes and meals until 9pm. Non-residents very welcome.Thurnham Hall, Lancaster, LA2 0DT• 01524 751766 • /thestorkthurnham @storkthurnham

ASPECT BAR & BISTROMorecambe’s finest cocktail Bar & Bistrooffering the best quality food and drink.320-3 Marine Road Central, Morecambe, LA4 5AA • 01524 416404 • www.aspectbar.com

WILLIAMSON PARK54 acres of parkland, Edwardian Butterfly House, Pavilion Cafe and Ashton Memorial.Wyresdale Road Lancaster, LA1 1UX• 01524 33318 • www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark

RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVEGo wild on nature trails and events, visit superb gift shop and award-winning cafe.Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SW• 01524 701601 • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss

RUSKIN LIBRARYA fascinating collection relating to the great Victorian writer and artist John Ruskin.Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancaster, LA1 4YH• 01524 593587 • www.lancaster.ac.uk/users/ruskinlib

LANCASTER CITY MUSEUMSituated in the historic and culturalLancaster in an elegant Georgian building.Market square, Lancaster, LA1 1HT• 01524 64637 • www.lancashire.gov.uk

LANCASTER MARITIME MUSEUMExplore Lancaster’s Golden Age and rich maritime and natural history.Custom House, St George’s Quay, Lancaster, LA1 1RB• 01524 382264 • www.lancashire.gov.uk

JUDGES LODGINGS MUSEUMDiscover the treasures of Lancaster’s oldest town house. Church Street Lancaster LA1 1YS• 01524 32808 • www.lancashire.gov.uk

SIZERGH CASTLE Beautiful Medieval house surrounded by rich gardens.Sizergh, Nr Kendal, LA8 8AE• 015395 60951 • www.nationaltrust.org.uk /sizergh

HAPPY MOUNT PARKA traditional park, free to enter with beautiful gardens, woodland walks & additional attractions. Marine Road East, Promenade, Morecambe• 01524 582808 • www.lancaster.gov.uk/happymountpark


MORECAMBE FESTIVAL MARKETTraditional covered market close to More-cambe Promenade with more than 100 stalls.Central Drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DW• 01524 414251 • www.lancaster.gov.uk/festivalmarket

CHARTER MARKETA traditional, twice weekly bustling street market at the heart of Lancaster city centre.Market Square, Market Street & Cheapside, Lancaster, LA1 1XD• 01524 414251 • www.lancaster.gov.uk/chartermarket

LOW SIZERGH BARNWe are a working farm with trail, tea room, craft galleries and farm shop.Low Sizergh Farm, Sizergh, Kendal, LA8 8AE• 015395 60426 • 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• 015394 46139 • 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 • 01524 823196 • www.redbankfarm.co.uk

QUAKER TAPESTRY KENDALMuseum, Café & Shop. Café open year round, Exhibition open Apr-Dec. Children FREE. Friends Meeting House, Kendal LA9 4BH• 01539 722975 • www.quaker-tapestry.co.uk

ASHTON HALL GARDEN CENTREWhether a keen or casual gardener, find what you need here and much more.Ashton Road, Thurnham, Lancaster, LA2 0AJ• 01524 751767 • www.ashtonhallgardencentre.co.uk

Ashton Memorial, Williamsons ParkImage by Lancaster City Council

13 THE WAREHOUSE3 floor Boutique Department Store with fabrics, crafts, gifts & coffee stop. Where shopping is fun!13 Queen Street, Morecambe, LA4 5EQ• 01524 401600 13 The Warehouse @13theWarehouse

MARKETGATE SHOPPING CENTREShopping for all seasons! 110 space car park.Award-winning toilets and parent room.Marketgate Shopping Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1JF • 01524 382845 • www.marketgatelancaster.co.uk


ASHTON HALL GARDEN CENTRE SHOPHome and garden related products, quality homemade food & drink, and much more.Ashton Road, Thurnham, Lancaster, LA2 0AJ• 01524 751767 • www.ashtonhallgardencentre.co.uk

GORRILLS OF LANCASTERWe stock a large range of homeware as well as gifts for all the family. 61-63 Penny Street, Lancaster, LA1 1UD• 01524 62667

LEES GAMESConsoles, Games, DVD’s bought, sold and exchanged!280 Marine Road Central, Morecambe, LA4 5BY • 01524 425404 • www.leesgamesltd.co.uk


SILVER TREE JEWELLERYExtensive range of jewellery includes our Pandora shop-in-shop.67 Penny Street, Lancaster, LA1 1XF• 01524 847100 • www.silvertreejewellery.co.uk

THE VINTAGE CUPBOARDVintage china, books and homewares.

GB Antiques,Wyresdale Road, Lancaster, LA1 3LA• 07947 571247 • wearevintagecupboard

THE BOTTLE SHOPA purveyor of craft beers, fine wines and speciality spirits from around the world.The Bottle Shop, No.17 Sun Street, Lancaster, LA1 1HP• 01524 389975 • www.thebottle.guru

RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVE SHOPEverything you need to help give nature a home where you live.Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SW• 01524 701601 • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss

ATKINSONS COFFEE SHOPAward winning international coffee and tea house with over 60 varieties.12 China Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EX• 01524 65470 • www.thecoffeehopper.com

WATERHOUSE MENSWEAR & WOMENSWEARWide range of clothing, footwear & accessories from Superdry, Fly London, Skunkfunk and Chunk. 7 Rosemary Lane, Lancaster, LA1 1NRt • 01524 845253

ASSEMBLY ROOMS - INDOOR MARKET & CAFEAn Aladdin’s cave of period, vintage and alternative clothing and accessories, antiques and collectables, arts and crafts.King Street, Lancaster • 01524 414251 • www.lancaster.gov.uk/assemblyrooms


ST NICHOLAS ARCADESLancaster’s leading shopping centre.

12 Lancaster Gate, Lancaster, LA1 1NB• 01524 846569 • www.stnicholasarcades.co.uk

MORECAMBE FESTIVAL MARKETTraditional covered market close to More-cambe Promenade with more than 100 stalls.Central Drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DW• 01524 414251 • www.lancaster.gov.uk/festivalmarket

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280 Marine Road Central, Morecambe Tel: 01524 425404

Plants | Trees Seeds | Pots G i f t s | C a f eWhether you’re a keen or casual gardener, you are sure to find what you need here and much much more.

Ashton Road ThurnhamLancaster LA2 0AJ

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Open from 9am serving tea,

coffee, cakes and meals until 9pm.

Non-residents very welcome.

Thurnham Hall, Lancaster, LA2 0DT

01524 751766 /thestorkthurnham @storkthurnham

A bustling street market found at the heart of Lancaster city centre every Wednesday and Saturday - 9am - 4.30pm.

Combine shopping with sightseeing at Lancaster’s historic

Charter Marketwww.lancaster.gov.uk/chartermarket

Tewitfield, Carnforth LA6 1JH www.green l andsfarmvi l l age.co.u kTel: 01524 784184

Artisan Villagevisit our numerous shops for gifts, skincare, jewellery, country clothing & delicious foods.

Farming & FunAnimals, donkey rides, go-karts, mini tractors, indoor soft play, picnics, parties, mini golf & more.

Wellies Cafehome-cooked, locally sourced food & drink

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ADULTS AND CHILDRENS BIKES, TANDEM, TRICYCLE, TRAILER AND TAG A LONGS ALL AVAILABLE

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LANCASTER ACCESSIBILITYBy 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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