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Local Events Calendar

Local Events Calendar

Browse our events calendar for comprehensive listings across the district
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The Jungle Book

The Jungle Book

  A Wild & Wonderful Adventure at The Dukes Play in ... Read More

The Storey: Festive Wreath Making - Dried Flowers

The Storey: Festive Wreath Making - Dried Flowers

This popular Wreath Making class is heading to the beautiful ... Read More

Others

  • Ryelands Park Car Boot Sale
  • Animal Experiences
  • Lancaster & District Choral Society at The Priory
  • Family Shows at The Dukes
  • Lancaster Rewind Festival
  • There Be Dragons!
  • Williamson Park: Summer Holiday Activities
  • St John's Hospice - Chapel Island Walk
  • Leighton Hall - Dragon Quest Adventure
  • History Month On Your Doorstep
  • Guided Walks by Peter Wade
  • St John's Hospice - September Events
  • Escape Events - Ghost of the Gallows
  • The Storey: Winter Candle Making & Glass Painting Workshop
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Walking

Walking

Explore the city on foot with our free walking trails and guides.
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Walks with Stories

Walks with Stories

Explore our city with this unique series of walks with ... Read More

All things to see and do in Lancaster

All things to see and do in Lancaster

View all things to see and do in Lancaster. Read More

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  • Cycling
  • Lancaster Attractions
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Best spots for coffee in ...

Best spots for coffee in Lancaster

You’ll know you’re in Lancaster when you smell the coffee roasting...
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Find vegetarian or vegan friendly places in Lancaster

Find vegetarian or vegan friendly places in Lancaster

Taking part in #Veganuary ? Lancaster has lot’s of veggie ... Read More

Best places for Sunday Roast in Lancaster

Best places for Sunday Roast in Lancaster

We love Sundays in Lancaster! And that’s mainly because ... Read More

Others

  • The Cornish Bakery
  • Best Beer Gardens in Lancaster
  • Journey Social
  • Diggles Cafe & Deli
  • The Herbarium
  • Gallico Lounge
  • The Fleece Inn
  • Hodgson's Fish & Chips
  • Two Thai restaurant
  • Buccellis
  • Spaghetti House
  • Casa Pepe Tapas
  • The Quarterhouse
  • Sun Hotel & Bar
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Short Breaks Ideas

Short Breaks Ideas

See our short break ideas for families and couples for the perfect city getaway.
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Holiday with history in Lancaster

Holiday with history in Lancaster

Welcome to Lancaster, one of England’s historic cities. History ... Read More

Lancaster House Hotel

Lancaster House Hotel

This is a 4 star events & leisure hotel with leisure ... Read More

Others

  • The Little Crooked House
  • Patty's Barn
  • 17 Piccadilly Close
  • The Royal Hotel and Bar
  • Lakewood Cottages
  • Quite Simply French Boutique Bedrooms
  • Blossom Narrowboat Hire
  • Lancaster Barn
  • Travelodge - Lancaster M6
  • Lancaster Town House
  • Water Babies Narrowboat Hire
  • Holiday Inn Lancaster
  • The Borough Rooms
  • Castle View
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Buy local from home

Buy local from home

Clothes, gifts, fresh food and takeaways - buy local online!
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Buy gift vouchers

Buy gift vouchers

Buy unique gifts and amazing experiences for you and your ... Read More

Lancaster Charter Market

Lancaster Charter Market

Lancaster’s bustling Charter Market can be found in Lancaster’... Read More

Others

  • Shopping in Lancaster
  • Support Lancaster's local shops
  • JOSEPH+CO
  • Lapel Menswear
  • Single Step
  • Down to Earth
  • Brighten up your home office with #lovelancaster essentials
  • Spotlight on Northern Yarn
  • Spotlight on Baked by Brew
  • Atkinson's Coffee Roasters
  • GB Antiques Centre
  • Hornby Butchers
  • Spotlight on Kitty Brown Boutique
  • The Runners Centre
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Lancaster Visitor Information Centre

Lancaster Visitor Information Centre

Contact us for friendly advice and information...
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Maps & Guides

Maps & Guides

Download free walking guides and maps to Lancaster. Read More

Getting here

Getting here

How to travel to Lancaster by road, rail, bus, air ... Read More

Others

  • Plan your visit with our Visitor Information Centre
  • Green your visit to Lancaster
  • About Lancaster
  • Getting Around Lancaster
  • Online Event Ticketing
  • Love Lancaster Gifts and Guides
  • Sign-up to our e-newsletter
  • Student City Guide - Lancaster
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Spotlight on Lancaster Brewery

Spotlight on Lancaster Brewery

In the coming weeks, we’re shining the spotlight on some of the brilliant independent ...
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Lancaster Grand Theatre

Lancaster Grand Theatre

Lancaster Grand Theatre first opened in 1782 and was known simply ... Read More

Spotlight on The Sweet Escape

Spotlight on The Sweet Escape

Lancaster’s bustling Charter Market can be found in the ... Read More

Others

  • Rachael Hearne - Goldsmith & Jeweller
  • Spotlight on Northern Yarn
  • Spotlight on Thrift n Shout
  • Spotlight on Penny Street Collectables
  • Spotlight on Runners Centre
  • Spotlight on Single Step
  • Spotlight on Atkinsons
  • Spotlight on Go Burrito
  • Spotlight on Arteria
  • Spotlight on Filberts
  • City of Surprises
  • Spotlight on Williamson Park
  • Spotlight on Single Step Co-op
  • Spotlight on Baked by Brew
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Maps & Guides

Maps & Guides


Lancaster Visitor Leaflet
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Lancaster - Free Heritage City Trail
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Lancaster Slave Trade, Abolition and Fair Trade Trail
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Lancaster Guide for Groups
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Lancaster Map, Attractions and Accommodation Listings
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Downloadable Walking Trail - Lancaster And The Lune
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Downloadable Walking Trail - Lune Valley
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Lancaster Cycling Map and Guide
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Downloadable Walking Trail - Forest of Bowland
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What's On
  • The Storey: Winter Candle Making & Glass Painting Workshop
  • Leighton Hall - Dragon Quest Adventure
  • Black Axe Throwing Co
  • St John's Hospice - Chapel Island Walk
  • Gresgarth Hall Gardens 2022 Open Days
Attractions
  • Lune Aqueduct
  • Roman Bath House and Wery Wall Remains
  • Lancaster Escape
  • Lancaster University Sports Centre
  • The Cottage Museum
Getting here
Lancaster is easily reached from all over the UK. Just over two hours from London and Edinburgh on the West Coast Line, Lancaster is well served by main line rail.The M6 motorway (The backbone of Britain) provides quick and convenient car travel to the length of the country. In just over an hour from Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds you could be exploring our beautiful City.
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