April 17 2018

Lancashire travel guide

Lancashire Cottage Holidays

Varied landscapes and rare wildlife

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From Morecambe Bay to the Forest of Bowland, Lancashire offers a diverse range of things to do and places to visit. Its famous coastline includes gems such as Blackpool, the Ribble Estuary National Nature Reserve and, of course, Morecambe.

There’s plenty more to enjoy away from the seaside. The Forest of Bowland is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and covers over 800 square kilometres. It’s an excellent place to visit for bird watching, photography, walking, cycling and stargazing. There are also many welcoming towns and villages to stay in across the county. Depending on when you choose to visit, you may be able to catch one of the many events taking place throughout the year.

Lancashire is home to miles of countryside and moorland, as well as a network of waterways. It’s perfect for outdoor adventures or a simple afternoon stroll.

With such stunning views and a wild range of wildlife to spot, there is something waiting for you around every corner. Over 350 bird species have been recorded here and the stargazing it pretty exceptional too.

As well as beautiful countryside, Lancashire is dotted with interesting castles, stately homes and other places of historic interest. Rufford Old Hall and Whalley Abbey are featured here.

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Reasons to Visit Lancashire

The most beautiful places in Lancashire!

Explore Lancashire

Lytham St Annes

Lancashire isn’t short of places to enjoy a seaside holiday, but Lytham St Annes has to be one of the best. With its wide sandy beach and other attractions including a lake, pier and beautiful gardens, there’s lots to love.

Morecambe

With its sweeping bay, Morecambe is perfect for a coastal holiday in Lancashire. Enjoy picnics, kite flying, building sandcastles and jumping waves in the sea. It’s also great for bird watching too.

Lancaster

The city of Lancaster offers plenty for visitors to explore. From its imposing castle to Williamson Park and the Charter Market there is so much to see and do in this gem of Lancashire.

Types of Holiday in Lancashire

Pet friendly

Lancashire is a lovely place to go on holiday with your dog. With its countryside, beautiful coast and pet-friendly accommodation there is plenty for you to explore together.

Hot tubs

Imagine relaxing into warm bubbles after a long day in the great outdoors. By choosing a cottage with a hot tub in Lancashire, this could be you on your next staycation.

Log fires

On those cooler evenings, what could be more welcoming than curling up beside a roaring fire. Lancashire had plenty of properties with log fires to choose from. It’s ideal for a cosy evening in with your friends or family.