Attractions in Lancashire

Blackpool Grand Theatre, 33 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 1HT - Visit now

The Blackpool Grand theatre is home to a high quality touring programme including drama, musical theatre, opera, ballet and dance.

Prism Contemporary, 14-16 Lord Street West, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 1JX - Visit now

Established in 2016, Prism Contemporary is an independent gallery run by artists, curators and producers showcasing new and evolving work.

SHIP at Half Moon Bay, DECO PUBLIQUE, 3 Northumberland Street, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 4AU - Visit now

SHIP at Half Moon Bay – a striking Corten steel sculpture by artist Anna Gillespie celebrating Morecambe’s maritime heritage. Outdoors, and perfect for walkers.

The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1QE - Visit now

The Dukes is the only producing theatre in Lancashire, hosting touring productions, comedy, dance and music in the oldest cinema in town.

Blackpool Tower, The Blackpool Tower, The Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 4BJ - Visit now

Blackpool Tower first opened to the public in 1894, and includes the Blackpool Tower Circus and Blackpool Tower Ballroom.

Pendle Hill, Pendle Hill, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 6LG - Visit now

Most famous for its links to the now notorious witch trials of 1612, Pendle Hill is a truly bewitching area of Lancashire.

White Elephant Gallery, 40 Euston Road, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA45DD - Visit now

The White Elephant Gallery, Morecambe. A radical arts space showcasing everything from photography and sculpture to installations and painting.

Blackpool Winter Gardens, 97 Church St, Blackpool, FY1 1HL - Visit now

Blackpool’s Winter Gardens is an opulent collection of theatres, exhibitions halls, ballrooms and event spaces.

Street Art Blackburn at The Weavers Triangle, Blackburn, Until 31 December 2021, free entry - Visit now

The Blackburn Open Walls bring forgotten elements of history back to life with the creation of a vibrant outdoor gallery.

Blackpool Illuminations, Blackpool, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 5AA - Visit now

Blackpool Illuminations: the number one free light show in the world stretches along Blackpool’s promenade every autumn for 66 nights.

Burnley’s Singing Ringing Tree, Crown Point, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 3RT - Visit now

The Singing Ringing Tree is a unique musical sculpture which overlooks Burnley from its position high on Crown Point.

Bay Cycle Way, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA44BU - Visit now

The Bay Cycle Way is a perfect introduction to long-distance cycling. Morecambe Bay is one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the UK. As you cycle along the route you’ll be rewarded with incredible views, world-class historic sites and artefacts, traditional food and rare wildlife.

Lancaster Castle, Castle Parade, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1YJ - Visit now

Lancaster Castle dates back almost 1,000 years and offers visitors a fascinating insight into the history of the judiciary and penal reform in England.

Grundy Art Gallery, Queen Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 1PU - Visit now

Grundy Art Gallery is recognised as a leading contemporary arts venue in the northwest, with a programme featuring established and emerging artists from the UK and around the world, alongside historic art from its own collection.

The Weavers Triangle, The Weavers' Triangle Visitors Centre, 85 Manchester Road, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 1JZ - Visit now

The Weavers Triangle is an area on the banks of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal that was once at the heart of Burnley’s textile industry.

More Music, 13-17 Devonshire Road, Morecombe, Lancashire, LA3 1QT - Visit now

More Music is Morecambe’s award-winning community, music and education charity offering a year-round programme of activity for all ages.

The Comedy Carpet, Tower Festival Headland, Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 1NE - Visit now

Blackpool’s Comedy Carpet sits in the shadow of the world famous Blackpool Tower – and it’s one of the largest pieces of public art ever commissioned in the UK.

Gawthorpe Hall, Burnley Road, Padiham,, near Burnley,, Lancashire,, BB12 8UA - Visit now

Gawthorpe Hall, or the ‘Downton of the North’, was redesigned in the 1850s by Sir Charles Barry, designer of Highclere Castle, the ‘real’ Downton Abbey.

The Grand Theatre, Lancaster, St Leonardgate, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1NL - Visit now

The Grand Theatre Lancaster is one of the oldest working theatres in England and hosts plays, comedy, dance, music and musicals.

The Great Promenade Show, New South Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 1RW - Visit now

The Great Promenade Show consists of ten pieces of artwork along Blackpool Promenade from South Pier heading south.

Blackpool North Pier, North Pier Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 1NE - Visit now

The oldest and longest of Blackpool’s three Victorian-era piers, North Pier features a theatre, sun lounge and amusement arcade.

Pendle Witch Experience Tours at Pendle Hill, Blackburn, Until 31 December 2021, from £18 - Book now

Pendle Hill Experience Tours allow visitors to learn all about the dark deeds and wicked plots surrounding the Pendle Witch Trials in the 1600s.

Winter Gardens Theatre, 209 Marine Road Central, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 4BU - Visit now

The Winter Gardens theatre is a truly extraordinary Grade II* listed building on Morecambe’s waterfront, run entirely by volunteers.

Stanley Park Blackpool, West Park Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 9HQ - Visit now

There’s so much to see and do in Blackpool’s Stanley Park – so it’s no wonder it’s one of the nations favourite parks.

Blackpool Central Pier, Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 5BB - Visit now

Blackpool Central Pier is home to the iconic Big Wheel alongside an array of attractions, amusements, shows and shopping.

Lancaster Arts, Lancaster University, Lancaster, LA1 4YW - Visit now

Lancaster Arts is Lancaster University’s public contemporary cross-arts organisation and showcasing work that spans boundaries and art forms.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach, 525 Ocean Blvd,, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 1EZ - Visit now

Home to over 125 rides and attractions, including the world famous Big One and Infusion, the world’s only suspended looping coaster completely over water. Pleasure Beach Arena is also home to the Hot Ice show, the longest running ice show in the world.

Abingdon Studios, 14 Abington Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 1DE - Visit now

Abingdon Studios is a not-for-profit, artist-run contemporary art studios and project space situated in the heart of Blackpool town centre.

Judges’ Lodgings, Church Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1YS - Visit now

Judges’ Lodgings is the oldest townhouse in Lancaster – close to Lancaster Priory it’s a popular destination hosting exhibitions and events.

Blott Studio, Blott Artist Studios, 53 King Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 3EJ - Visit now

Since opening in 2000, Blott Studio has provided a platform for local, regional, and visiting guest artists.

The Waterloo Music Bar, 166 Waterloo Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 2AF - Visit now

The Waterloo Music Bar is a buzzing, characterful pub-slash-gig venue that sits proudly as one of the pillars of Blackpool’s live music scene.