visit lancashire summer guide 2015

SUMMER#wherelifefeelsgood

Free days out Family breaks Outdoor fun Historical adventures

Tasty treats Summer shows...and much more!

WINone of two family breaks in Lancashire

Including an 11 page Lancashire Whats on guide

Afternoon picnics in the park, watching outdoor theatre, ice creams aplenty, cycle rides in the countryside with friends, the smell of BBQs wafting through the air, camping out and waking up to hear the dawn chorus Life really does feel good in the summer! And where better to spend your summer than in Lancashire. From country escapes to seaside breaks; castles and museums to theme parks and animal attractions all topped off with a great range of family friendly places to stay and eat, not to mention a huge variety of summer events.

We are also excited to announce that the award winning St Annes Beach Huts will be opening their stylish NEW Beach Apartments this summer, giving us yet another an excuse to spend more time on the coast. And it wouldnt be summer without a trip to The Blackpool Tower. With f ive attractions under one roof youre guaranteed a fantastic day out for all the family whatever the weather! See page 17 for details on the Blackpool BIG ticket.

WIN ONE OF TWO FAMILY BREAKS IN LANCASHIREWin a 3 night break staying at Ribby Hall Village near Blackpool together with BIG tickets to 7 Blackpool attractions for a family of 4.

OR Win a 2 night break staying at the Beach Apar tments with annual Xplorer passes to 11 Lancashire Museums for a family of 4.

TOP 10 SUMMER EVENTS IN LANCASHIRE

Oliver Twist Play in the Park 3 July 15 August, Williamson Park, Lancaster

CATS 9 July 5 Sept, Blackpool Opera House & Winter Gardens

Blackpool Tower Circus Until 1 Nov, Mooky & Mr Boos Big Day Out

Fleetwood Festival ofTransport (FREE) 19 July

Garstang Show 1 August

Lytham Festival 2-9 August

Royal Lancashire Show 7-9 August, Ribchester

Blackpool iFEST Illumination Switch On (FREE), 4 Sept

Vintage by the Sea (FREE) 5-6 Sept, Morecambe

Blackburn Heritage Festival (FREE) 12-13 Sept

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19FRIPack a picnic and explore the trails Witton Country Park, Blackburn

21SUN

Open Air Theatre Emma - Brockholes

21SUN

Scorton Steam Brass in the Park Scott Park, Burnley

17WED

Midweek Meander Brockholes Nature Reserve

20SAT

Countryside comes to town - Blackburn Centre

15MON

Hire a Beach Hut forthe day - St Annes Beach Huts

26FRI

Shop till you drop Freeport, Fleetwood

16TUES

Take a trip 380ft into the sky to the top Blackpool Tower

20SAT

Family Fun Weekend with Peppa Pig & George - East Lancashire Railway, Rawtenstall

27SAT

Lytham Club Day Lytham Hall & Centre

28SUN

Brass in the Park Memorial Park, Padiham

27SAT

Catch the Wind Kite Festival - Morecambe Promenade & Beach

28SUNBacup & Stackstead Carnival - Stubbyleed & Moorside Park, Bacup

28SUN

Leyland Society Gathering - Leyland

29MON

Whitworth Scarecrow Festival Venues throughout Whitworth

30TUES

A quest to discover hidden treasure - Jungle Jims Play Centre, Blackpool Tower

18THU

Fylde Rock & Roots Festival - Great Birchwood Country Park, Lytham St Annes

25THU

Ribchester Music &Art Festival Ribchester

25THU

Lancashire Science Festival - UCLAN, Preston

23TUES

Thrill filled journey through 1000 yrs of Lancashires history Blackpool Tower Dungeon

22MON

Blackpool Armed Forces Week Various locations

24WED

Ride the new Red Arrows Sky Force Blackpool Pleasure Beach

21SUN

JUNE HISTORIC HOUSES MUSIC FESTIVALS SPORTS EVENTS KITES

EXCITING RIDES FAMILY FUN DAYS OUT VINTAGE VEHICLES...

20SAT

Leyland Festival Leyland Centre & Worden Park

Caribbean Carnival Moor Park, Preston

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3FRISymphony at the Tower - Status Quo (3rd), Blake & Lucy Kay (4th) with the Heart of England Orchestra, Hoghton Tower

5SUN

The Crown Affair Dance & Music Festival The Crown Inn, Bacup

5SUN

Picnic in the Park Astley Park, Chorley

4SAT

Lytham Music & Arts Festival Various locations in Lytham

1WEDCross Bay Walks Morecambe Bay, from Arnside to Kents Bank

10FRI

Horrible Histories Grand Theatre, Blackpool

4SAT

Ormskirk Dance Festival Coronation Park, Ormskirk

11SAT

St Annes Carnival Festival & Fun Day Town Centre & Ashton Gardens, St Annes

12SUN

Brass in the Park Ightenhill Park, Burnley

12SUN

Rawtenstall Annual Fair Rawtenstall Town Centre

13MONHire a Beach Hut forthe day St. Annes Beach Huts

14TUES

Pongos Party - Marty MacDonalds Farm, Grand Theatre, Blackpool

15WED

Colne Grand Prix Colne

16THU

RV International Piano Festival - Westholme School Theatre, Blackburn

2THU

Pendle Cycle Festival Venues across Pendle

8WED

Experience the wonders of underwater life at SEALIFE - Blackpool

9THU

CATS opens Blackpool Opera House and Winter Gardens

7TUES

The spade speaks of Roman, Viking & Norman discoveries South Ribble Museum

6MON

Oliver Twist TheDukes Williamson Park, Lancaster

7TUES

Fleetwood Scarecrow Festival Fleetwood

5SUN

SCARECROWS ARTS FESTIVALS CARNIVALS TOWN FAIRS

PICNICS SYMPHONY CONCERTS MUSICAL THEATRE...

4SAT

Rockprest Moor Park, Preston

Brass in the Park Queens Park, Burnley

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JULYApril - Sept

July - Sept

11-12 July 11-12 July 15-18 July

3- 4 July

3 July - 15 August

4-5 July

7 July - 29 Aug 7-20 July

4-11 July

7-11 July9 July - 5 Sept

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17FRI

Food & Drink Festival Flag Market, Preston

22WED

The Handlebards AMidsummer NightsDream Rufford Old Hall, Ormskirk

17FRI

Beat Herder Festival - Sawley

OUTDOOR THEATRE MUSIC FESTIVALS PICNICS CRAFTING

NATURE EXPLORING COUNTRY FAIRS FARMERS MARKETS...

JULY

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17-19 July 17-18 July

27MON

St Annes Music Festival Lytham St Annes

26-27 July

23THU 25SAT

Green FayreBeacon Country Park, Upholland

25SAT

FamilyfestFlag Market, Preston

26SUN

Lancashire County Fair - Samlesbury Hall

24FRIBe a Nature Explorer at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre Burscough

25SAT

St Annes Kite Festival St Annes Beach

Pack a Picnic and visit the Wyre Estuary Country Park - Thornton The BEST

PICNIC SPOTS in

Lancashire24 July -

3 Sept 25-26 July 25-26 July

18SAT

Blackburn Canal Festival Eanam Wharf, Blackburn

19SUN

The American Road Show - British Commercial Vehicle Museum, Leyland

20MON

Generation Noise Exhibition Towneley Hall, Burnley

18SATGreat Eccleston Agricultural Show The Show Ground, Great Eccleston

21TUE19SUN

Fleetwood Festival of Transport Fleetwood Town Centre & Seafront

Summer Holiday family craft workshops Queen Street Mill Textile Museum, BurnleyMORE

about canal holidays in Lancashire18-19 July 9 July - 6 Oct

Tues/Thurs until the end of Aug

18-19 July

28TUES

Weekday Family Craft Activities - Helmshore Mills Textile Museum, Haslingden

30THU29WED

The Tiger who came to Tea Preston Guild Hall

31FRI

Picnic Cinema 0 TheShining Leighton Hall, Carnforth

31FRI

A Day in the Life, 1915 - Queen Street Mill Textile Museum, Burnley

CATS - Blackpool Opera House & Winter Gardens

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Weekday am 27 July - 28 Aug 29-31 July9 July - 5 Sept

18SAT

Animals in the Park Astley Park, Chorley


4TUES

West Lancashire Walking Festival Various locations in West Lancashire

1SAT

Garstang Show The Showfield, Garstang

2SUN

Chorley Flower Show Astley Park, Chorley

8SAT

Clitheroe Food Festival - Clitheroe

8SAT

Alice in Wonderland Lancaster Castle

6THU

Summer Holiday Crafts & Activities with Mistress Marjorie Samlesbury Hall, Preston

1SAT

Day out withThomas East Lancashire Railway, Rawtenstall

12WED

Kids Activity Tour Lancaster Castle

7FRI

Royal LancashireShow Salesbury Hall Ribchester

3MON

Lytham Festival Lytham Green and other venues in Lytham

10MON

Last chance to see Oliver Twist at the Play in the Park

9SUN

The Classic CarShow British Commercial Vehicle Museum, Leyland

11TUES

Hire a Beach Hut forthe day St Annes Beach Huts

9SUNWyre Estuary Country Park OpenDay - Thornton

8SAT

Revival Preston Flag Market

9SUN

Blackpool Air Show Blackpool

7FRI

MUSICALS FLOWER SHOWS AGRICULTURAL SHOWS

CLASSIC CARS VINTAGE FESTIVALS STEAM RAILWAYS...

5WED

Meet the horses & ponies at WHW Penny Farm Blackpool

Basil Brush The Full Fox Tour Marine Hall, Fleetwood

13THU

WW1 Workshops & Craft Activities - Lancaster Castle

15SATLytham 1940s Wartime Festival - Lytham Green

14FRI

Drop the Beat Festival Towneley Park, Burnley

16SUN

Fylde Coast Food &Drink Festival Marine Hall, Fleetwood

16SUN

Robin Hood theMusical Walled Garden, Astley Park, Chorley

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AUGUST1-2 Aug

2-9 Aug

5, 12, 19 & 26 Aug

1-14 Aug

14-15 Aug 15-16 Aug

3-31 Aug

9-10 Aug Until 15 Aug

7-9 Aug

1-2 Aug


21FRINature Tots Brockholes Nature Reserve, Preston

18TUES

Unleash your inner ape - Go Ape Rivington

19WED

Meet some of Britains best known celebrities - Madam Tussauds, Blackpool

26WED

Lord Chamberlains Men perform TwelfthNight Rufford Old Hall, Ormskirk

25TUES

Enjoy splash park fun at Happy Mount Park Morecambe

22SAT

Darwen 1940s Day Darwin Market Square

17MON

Pendle Walking Festival - including family-friendly walks

29SAT

Great Eccleston Tractor Pull Great Eccleston Showfield

23SUN

The Sorcerers Apprentice Outdoor Theatre - Lytham Hall

20THU

Meet the Land Army Girl and join in family activities Lancaster City Museum

29SAT

Theatre in the Park - Mr Stink - The Walled Garden, Astley Park, Chorley

28FRI

Breakfast with PeppaPig & George Wellies Cafe, Greenlands Farm, Carnforth

29SAT

Family Fun weekend with Peppa Pig & George East Lancashire Railway, Rawtenstall

28FRIMarty Macdonalds Farm - Pongos Party Thornton Little Theatre

27THU

Pack a picnic and explore Worden Park Leyland

28FRI

Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival - Colne

24MON

RHYTHM & BLUES FAMILY FUN GRAVY WRESTLING TRACTORS

MOTORFEST OUTDOOR THEATRE WALKING FESTIVALS...

21FRI

Pinocchio OutdoorTheatre Avenham & Miller Parks, Preston

Mooky & Mr Boos BigDay Out Blackpool Tower Circus

30SUN

Ormskirk Motorfest Ormskirk Town Centre

30SUNSummer Festival fun day Greenlands Village, Carnforth

30SUN

Samlesbury Skirmish Samlesbury Hall

31MON

World Gravy Wrestling Rose N Bowl, Stacksteads

31MON

Burnley Canal Festival - The Inn on the Wharf, Burnley

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15-23 Aug

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28-31 Aug

30-31 Aug 29-31 Aug

29-30 Aug

28-29 Aug 29-31 Aug


5SAT

Vintage by the Sea Morecambe

BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS CYCLING HERITAGE FOLK MUSIC

11FRIWorld Fireworks Championships Blackpool Promenade

11FRI

Heritage Weekend & Woodland Festival Towneley Park, Burnley

12SAT

Blackburn Heritage Festival Blackburn Centre

10THU

Burnley Beer Festival Burnley Mechanics

13

Rossendale 1960s Festival - Rawtenstall

OYSTER FESTIVAL VINTAGE SHOWS AND MUCH, MUCH MORE.

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7MON

Tour of Britain Stage2 Ribble Valley & Pendle, Clitheroe to Colne

9WED

Midweek Meander Brockholes Nature Reserve, Preston

8TUES

Mooky & Mr Bobs Big Day Out Blackpool Tower Circus

6SUNFylde Folk N Roots Festival Venues in Fleetwood

4-6 Sept Until 1 Nov 10THU

Heritage Open Days Venues across Lancashire

List of all Heritage

open days

10-13 Sept

11, 18, 25 Sept & 2 Oct 11-13 Sept10-12 Sept 12-13 Sept 11-13 Sept

1TUES

Ride the Lights Blackpool Promenade

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2WED

Last chance to see CATS in Blackpool starring Jane Mcdonald. Blackpool Opera House & Winter Gardens

3THU

Guys Oyster Festival Guys Thatched Hamlet, Bilsborrow

4FRI

Blackpool iFest Switch-on Weekend Blackpool Tower Festival Headland

Until 5 Sept 3-6 Sept 4-6 Sept 4FRI

4 Sept - 8 Nov

Blackpool Illuminations Blackpool

Best View from a tram

5-6 Sept

Explore Brockholesthis summer Eventsthroughout

the summer

Get in Touch 01772 872000 [email protected]

www.brockholes.org

eatshop playLocated straight off junction 31 of the M6 at Preston

Brockholes @visitbrockholes

Experience our floating Visitor Villagewithin a 250 acre nature reserve

FREE THINGS TO DOIN LANCASHIRE THIS SUMMERBrockholes NatureReserveExplore the natural world at the unreserved Brockholes Nature Reserve near Preston.

St Annes Beach Build sandcastles, f ly a kite or just sit back and enjoy the view across the open sands of St Annes Beach

Blackburn Museum &Art GalleryGet crafty with free craft sessions throughout the summer at Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery

Bay Cycle Way Cycle the stunning coastline of Morecambe Bay on the brand new Bay Cycle Way from Glasson Dock to Barrow

Singing Ringing TreeWalk up to the highly unique Singing Ringing Tree in Burnley for amazing views and stunning sounds

Mythical CoastlineTrailHave your picture taken with an Ogre on Cleveleys Waterfront and discover the other sculptures on the Mythical Coastline Trail

World Horse WelfarePenny FarmMeet the 70 horses and ponies at World Horse Welfare Penny Farm near Blackpool. (The stables are undercover so its a good even if its a wet day)

Samlesbury HallDiscover the history of Samlesbury Hall and Gardens, complete with ghosts, Henry VIII and witches. (Small fees apply for tours and events)

Tolkien TrailPack a picnic and follow the 5.5 mile trail from the village of Hurst Green in the beautiful and inspirational Ribble Valley - look out for Hobbits!

Whitaker Museum & Art GalleryNatural history, contemporary exhibitions and local ar tefacts await discovery at the Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery in Rawtenstall

Pendle Sculpture TrailFollow the Pendle Sculpture Trail at Barley to f ind out which witches were involved in the famous 1612 Lancashire Witch Trials.

Rivington PikeTake a trek to the top of Rivington Pike near Chorley andenjoy the stunning scenery of the West Pennine Moors

Beacon Country ParkWith 300 acres of countryside to explore theres plenty of space to let off steam

ACCESS ALL AREASXPLORER MULTIPASS gives unlimited access for two adults and two concessions to visit all 11 Lancashire museums for a whole year.

A GREAT DEAL FOR KITTENSKids go Half Price on Tuesday - Thursday shows of the west end musical hit CATS at Blackpools Opera House from 6 July 5 September

BIG SAVINGS IN BLACKPOOLTHE BLACKPOOL BIG TICKET gives you access to 7 Blackpool attractions including the famous Tower, SEALIFE and Blackpool Dungeon for just 45 for adults and 32 for children aged 3-14. Saving you over 50 per person if you were to buy individual tickets.

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Explore Brockholesthis summer Eventsthroughout

the summer

Get in Touch 01772 872000 [email protected]

www.brockholes.org

eatshop playLocated straight off junction 31 of the M6 at Preston

Brockholes @visitbrockholes

Experience our floating Visitor Villagewithin a 250 acre nature reserve

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Grab your ruck sack, pack a picnic and head out into Lancashires countryside. Fresh air, hundreds of miles of footpaths and trails, stunning views and more than our fair share of wildlife, life feels good when youre exploring Lancashires great outdoors.

Start your adventure today!The f lat towpath along the Leeds Liverpool Canal is perfect for walking and cycling taking you through a mix of urban and rural landscapes.

Monkey around for less at Go Ape Rivington with our great offer

For more cycle routes go to cyclelancashire.com

Download over 50 FREE walking routes

Cycle the NEW Morecambe Bay cycle way

Star t of the Tour of Britain stage 2 on 7 Sep

End of the Tour of Britain stage 2 on 7 Sept

See the straight mile at Burnley, one of the Wonders of the British Waterways.

Get a taste of rural life at one of Lancashires Agricultural Shows

Picnic stop at Dunsop Bridge the geographical centre of Great Britain

Make new friends at one Lancashires animal attractions and farm parks

Photo Opportunity at the Crook o Lune

The Guild Wheel cycle route. A 21 mile, safe and mainly off-road way to explore the area along the River Ribble, past ancient woodland, historic city centre parks, the largest nineteenth century dock in Europe and Brockholes Nature Reserve.

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Summer Fun at Penny Farm

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The entrance to Penny Farm is situated on the A583, Preston New Road, near Peel Corner, Blackpool.

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FREEENTRY

Family Fun Days every Wednesday in August

Dales Trail Activity Walk

Snacks, homemade cakes and afternoon tea in the coffee shop

Medieval Fair Saturday 5th September 2015

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Friday 7 August, 11am and 2.30pmMarine Hall, FleetwoodThe Basil Brush Show - The Full on Fox TourAdults 13, children 11, family of four ticket 38

Sunday 16 August, 10am 4pmMarine Hall , Fleetwood

The Fylde Coast Food and Drink Festival Free entry

Friday 28 August, 2pmThornton Little TheatreMarty Macdonalds Farm Pongos PartyGreat summer holiday fun for all the family 9

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JANE MCDONALDS BLACKPOOLWhat do you love most about working in Blackpool?So many reasons! The people are the main reason but the Opera House is one of the best venues in the UK to perform in without doubt.

What three words sum up Blackpool to you?Vibrant, exciting and welcoming

Have you ever been to the top of Tower or ridden the BIG One at the Pleasure Beach ?I have done both! I have been to the top of Blackpool Tower several times and had a ride on the Big One

Did you come to Blackpool as a child? Are there any particular Memories youd like to share?I came to Blackpool as a child, teenager and adult. I remember the f irst time I saw the Illuminations when I was a child, it was truly magical and something I will never forget. My mum and I always saw the shows in Blackpool, it was so exciting and spectacular. I remember ballroom dancing with my father in the Tower Ballroom, he was a lovely dancer. How lucky am I to have such wonderful memories.

CATS is at the Blackpool Winter Gardens from 9 July - 5 September. Tickets start from 20, with half price childrens tickets Tues-Wed. Watch the preview trailer HERE

Make the most of warm summer evenings and long sunny days with a visit to one of Lancashires outdoor theatre productions and concerts.

MUSIC ON THE GREENNow 8 days long, Lytham Festival is packed full of live music including Faithless, Rae Morris, Elaine Paige and Marti Pellow, not forgetting picnic cinema and comedy nights. From 2-9 August. And dont forget you can now stay at the NEW Beach Apartments in St Annes.

Experience the UKs BIGGEST walkabout theatre in Lancaster from 3 July - 15 August

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OUTDOOR EVENT SURVIVAL GUIDE DONT FORGET!

Deck chairs or a rug to sit on

Picnic - Make sure its portable if youre going to a Walkabout Theatre event.

Waterproofs, warm clothing and sun tan lotion - so youre covered whatever the weather.

Flags - especially if youre going to a proms concert. Singing Land of Hope and Glory without a f lag just isnt the same!

Camera or phone - to capture those magical moments to share with friends.

Get a full list of outdoor theatre and festivals in Lancashire this summer... including Emma at Brockholes Nature Reserve near Preston and A Midsummer Nights Dream at Rufford Old Hall.

SUMMER SHOW STOPPERS

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Throughout the School Holidays: Betsy Bumble Bees interactive talks for kids of all ages!

The Halcyon Day - Sunday 26th JulyMusic and Songs from local artists - 4ppSamlesbury Skirmish

30th & 31st AugustNew for 2015: The Jacobite rebellion re-enactment

samlesbury halllancashires historic home

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Lancashires Museumscomms: 4221

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A fantastic group of 11 exciting, family friendly museums across Lancashire. Discover a variety of activities over the school holidays to keep the kids entertained, and exhibitions and events to commemorate the WW1 centenary.

Historic houses and castles Lancaster Castle, Gawthorpe Hall*, Clitheroe Castle, Judges Lodgings Museum and The Cottage Museum*Gawthorpe Hall is closed due to essential building conservation work during 2015

Textile and maritime heritage Helmshore Mills Textile Museum, Queen Street Mill, Fleetwood Museum and Lancaster Maritime Museum

Fascinating rich social heritage and military collections Museum of Lancashire and Lancaster City Museum

Kids go free at all venues (except Lancaster Castle) and for even better value why not buy an Xplorer ticket.See www.lancashire.gov.uk/museums

for details of all venues, opening times and events. Follow us on twitter @LMuseums

IN LANCASHIREDISCOVER HISTORY

Did you knowLancaster Castle is owned by the Queen, and that in Lancashire shes called the Duke of Lancaster? The court rooms are still is use today and it was still a working prison until 2011. Be on your best behaviour or you might get locked in a cell!

Samlesbury Hall is renowned as one of the most haunted locations in Britain. Resident spirits include the legendary White Lady, Dorothy Southworth who died of a broken heart and has been seen many times within the Hall and grounds. Join one of the tours to get the spooky lowdown.

Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery is home to a unique and enthralling collection of Beetles and an Egyptian Mummy? Plus its completely free to visit.

Helmshore Mills Textile Museum & Queen Street Mill Textile Museum The noise created by the spinning and weaving machines in Lancashires mills was so loud that workers had to use lip-reading to talk to one another. For the full effect visit Helmshore Mills Textile Museum nr Haslingden and Queen Street Mill Textile Museum in Burnley

Love Dressing Up?Morecambes Vintage by the Sea 5-6 September. Set around the uber-glamorous Midland Hotel this annual festival been has been likened to a big dressing up box of vintage fun!

DONT MISSBLACKBURN HERITAGE FESTIVAL, 12-13 SEPTEMBER Includes steam engines, a Victorian fairground, clog dancing, canal trips, history walks, vintage market traders, street theatre and a pop up bandstand.

ALL ABOARDSeeing Thomas the Tank Engine AND Peppa Pig on the EAST LANCASHIRE RAILWAY between Rawtenstall and Bury over the summer. Ride steam engines, take par t in family activities and get all excited about meeting these much loved childrens characters.

Quick QuizWhich famous playwright is reputed to have performed at Rufford Old Hall near Ormskirk?

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Lancashires Museums

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www.lancashire.gov.uk/museums

A fantastic group of 11 exciting, family friendly museums across Lancashire. Discover a variety of activities over the school holidays to keep the kids entertained, and exhibitions and events to commemorate the WW1 centenary.

Historic houses and castles Lancaster Castle, Gawthorpe Hall*, Clitheroe Castle, Judges Lodgings Museum and The Cottage Museum*Gawthorpe Hall is closed due to essential building conservation work during 2015

Textile and maritime heritage Helmshore Mills Textile Museum, Queen Street Mill, Fleetwood Museum and Lancaster Maritime Museum

Fascinating rich social heritage and military collections Museum of Lancashire and Lancaster City Museum

Kids go free at all venues (except Lancaster Castle) and for even better value why not buy an Xplorer ticket.See www.lancashire.gov.uk/museums

for details of all venues, opening times and events. Follow us on twitter @LMuseums Kids activity days running throughout the

summer at Lancaster Castle includes a special tour especially for the under 12s.

6.50 PER CHILD

Royal Lancashire Show7th - 9th August - Salesbury Hall - Ribchester

A great day out for all the family!Equestrian events, displays, childrens entertainment, vintage

vehicles, food & drink, country crafts and much much more

www.royallancsshow.com

TASTY LANCASHIRELife really does taste better in Lancashire, and this is never truer than during the summer months. Tuck into homemade ice cream, freshly picked strawberries, picnics on the beach, and seasonal menus packed full of locally grown tomatoes, new potatoes, peas, beetroots and fresh f ish. Is your tummy rumbling yet?

NEW FOR 2015A stunning ar t nouveau feature of Blackpools Winter Gardens, dating back to 1896, was uncovered during recent work to the building and is now a feature of the new Gourmet Burger Restaurant which opened in the spring. The theatre inspired menu features a range of gourmet burgers and is the perfect pre-CATS place to dine this summer.

A MOVEABLE FEAST Enjoy a f irst class f ine dining aboard an historic steam engine whilst journeying through picturesque Lancashire countryside with the East Lancashire Railway. For a truly quintessentially British experience book in for afternoon tea and indulge in a selection of sandwiches, cakes, scones and of course, copious amounts of tea.

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TOP TIPS FOR SUMMER PICNICSForget soggy sandwiches stop off at a Lancashire farm shop on route to pick up freshly made pies, quiches, pastries, ar tisan cheeses, home-made chutneys and fresh fruit for your perfect picnic.QUICK QUIZ

How many ar tisan Cheesemakers are there in Lancashire?Click here to find out more

Royal Lancashire Show7th - 9th August - Salesbury Hall - Ribchester

A great day out for all the family!Equestrian events, displays, childrens entertainment, vintage

vehicles, food & drink, country crafts and much much more

www.royallancsshow.com

BUY LOCAL & FRESHAgricultural shows are a great way to discover new producers, pick up tasty treats to take home and generally reconnect with our rural heritage. This year the Garstang Show celebrates its 200th anniversary and the Royal Lancashire Show returns to Ribchester with a variety of crafts, food stalls and demonstrations to make your mouth water.

WorldFunFamous

madametussauds.com/blackpoolBooking/Info: 0871 282 9200

Open daily from 10amLocated on the Promenade opposite Central Pier

The images shown depict wax figures created and owned by Madame Tussauds

WorldFunFamous

madametussauds.com/blackpoolBooking/Info: 0871 282 9200

Open daily from 10amLocated on the Promenade opposite Central Pier

The images shown depict wax figures created and owned by Madame Tussauds

Holidays and days out at the seaside are the stuff of childhood memories. But it doesnt have to be complicated. Think donkey rides, building sandcastles, f ish & chips and youre already there. Throw in a summer show or free event like the illuminations and youve got the makings of a great day out beside the sea.

BESIDE THE SEASIDE YOUR SEASIDE CHECKLISTBuild a sandcastle, complete with flags and shell decorationsTry the beaches at St Annes, Blackpool, Cleveleys, Fleetwood and Morecambe.

See a Summer Show or CircusBook to see CATS at the Winter Gardens and for younger audiences the Blackpool Tower Circus and Basil Brush at Marine Hall, Fleetwood would be perfect.

Visit childhood favouritesGo to the top of Blackpool Tower, eat ice cream walking along a pier or have your photo taken with a host of celebrities at Madame Tussauds, Blackpool.

Hire a Beach HutWhatever the weather a Beach Hut is the perfect base for brews, general snoozing and summer par ties. Hire the award winning St Annes Beach Hut for the day or week.

SCREAM loudly at a Theme ParkFor serious thrill seekers Blackpool Pleasure Beach is not to be missed AND this year theres the NEW Sky Force Red arrows ride to try!

Our Lancashire seaside holidayWe set off really early in the morning on a really sunny day. The first thing we did when we got to Blackpool was to walk up to the tower and we spent ages looking at the jokes that were on the ground in front of the tower. I didnt understand them all but my Mum and Dad were laughing at them. Next we went all the way to the top of the tower. It was very high and it was a bit scary walking on the glass floor. We went to the tower circus, which was at the bottom of the tower. I had my face painted like Mooky the clown and liked the acrobats the best.

The next day we drove along the seafront to another beach at Cleveleys. We had fun looking at the sculptures, my favourite was the Ogre. Later we built sandcastles on the beach and had a picnic. In the afternoon we walked around the shops and then went into the Fleetwood Maritime Museum. I pretended to steer a boat and did a quiz. I liked having fish & chips sat watching the boats. Oliver, aged 10 QUICK

QUIZBlackpool Illuminations

has been enthralling millions of people for over 100 years

but do you know when the illuminations were f irst introduced to the resor t?

Click here for the answer

Summer Fun in FleetwoodTheres a lot happening for families in Wyre during summer 2015! Its a great place to be and why not be one of the first people to try out the new facilities! Discover Fleetwoods picturesque waterfront, seafront splash zone and dine al fresco in the family dining area. The ever popular beach playground also has an accessible play area for children with disabilities. These attractions coupled with some great family friendly events in the district make for a perfect short break.

Call 01253 887445 for more information or visit www.visitwyre.co.uk

JUMP FORjoy 4 NIGHTSUMMER HOLIDAYFROM ONLY

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Just 10 minutes from the bright lights of Blackpool, our 5-star Holiday Village is the perfect place for your next holiday!

With over 100 acres of luxury self-catering accommodation, restaurants, cafs and bars, leisure facilities and an award-winning Spa, youll find Ribby Hall Village is the perfect place to enjoy a holiday with family and friends.

To book or request a brochure call us FREE on 0800 107 1933 or visit ribbyhall.co.uk

(Lines open 8am 8pm)

*Terms and conditions apply. Price based on 6 sharing a Poppy Cottage for 4 nights between the 29th May 25th June. Subject to availability.

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Visit Merlins magical attractions including The Blackpool Tower

Free Summer Kids Workshops at Freeport Fleetwood

See Jane MacDonald in CATS at the Winter Gardens

Enjoy the best of country life at the Royal Lancashire Show in August

Stay at the New Beach Apartments & get free beach hut hire for the day

Dont miss the Blackburn Heritage Festival in September

Book a 5 Star family break at Ribby Hall Village

Start your natural adventure this summer at Brockholes

Monkey around for less at Go Ape Rivington

Catch the UKs biggest Walkabout Theatre - Oliver Twist

See SpareParts Arts as part of the Fleetwood Festival of Transport

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