Attractions/Things to do in the Lancaster and Morecambe area

There are lots of great days out and things to do as a family in the Lancaster and Morecambe area. Here are just a few ideas all within a short travelling distance.

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Old Holly Farm
Cabus Nook Lane, Garstang, Preston, PR3 1AA
Tel/Fax: 01524 791200
www.oldhollyfarm.com

Children pet the animals at Old Holly Farm Children pet one of the horses at Old Holly Farm

Old Holly Farm is an enchanting restoration of traditional country ideals destined to appeal to visitors of all ages. The spring chickens amongst our visitors can experience the thrill of coming face to face with our traditional Lancashire farm animals in our courtyard which could be followed by hours of 'rough and tumble' in the soft play barn. The whole family could then enjoy an appetizing and nutritious home made meal or snack from our busy kitchen! Or, failing that, speciality and local foods can be purchased in the farm shop so that you can enjoy a reminder of your experience at Old Holly Farm in your own home! Remember you won't want to go home before watching the cows come home for milking at the end of the day.

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Happy Mount Park
Marine Road East, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 6AB
Tel: 01524 582845

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Williamsom Park
Quernmore Road, Lancaster LA1 1UX
Tel: 01524 33318

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Pay and display car parking is available

Morecambe Promenade
Marine Road, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 4DB

The extensive promenade lends itself to a leisurely walk and whichever part of the prom you decide to tackle the views over the Bay won't disappoint. Look out for the unusual artwork of The Tern Project along the way and don't forget to take a walk along the stone jetty. You can now cycle along the promenade.

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Pay and Display car parking available at various locations along the Promenade.

Leighton Moss Nature Reserve
Myers Farm, Silverdale, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 0SW
01524 701601

Cinderbarrow Picinc Site
by the A6 between Carnforth and Milnthorpe

A lovely picnic site, ideal for a short walk and if you visit on a Sunday during the Summer you'll be able to climb aboard a miniature railway. Entry to Cinderbarrow is FREE but donations are welcome.

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There are no toilet facilities at this location

Crook o' Lune Picnic Site
Crook O' Lune, Lancashire, LA2 9NB
Tel: 01524 32878

Beautiful (and popular) picnic site on the banks of the River Lune.

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There is usually a mobile snack van at this site. There are toilets near the car park.

Glasson Dock
A588 south from Lancaster. West onto B5290 at Condor Green, (by the Stork Hotel), then you can't miss it.

A lovely place to while away an afternoon. Watch yachts move from the marina to the lock then out to sea and check out the local wildlife including many types of water birds. There is a new playground opposite the cafe, Lantern O'er the Lune and Glasson also has a couple of pubs offering meals a snack bar.

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Canals in the Lancaster and Morecambe area
Why not venture down to your local stretch of canal to feed the ducks and take in some amazing scenery. The Lancaster canal can be reached via Lancaster City Centre at Aldcliffe Road and other good locations are Galgate, Glasson and Hest Bank.

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Fell Foot Park (but you must pay for parking)
Newby Bridge, Ulverston, Cumbria LA12 8NN
Tel: 015395 31273

Restored Victorian park. Access to the lakeshore of Windermere.

Parking is pay & display.

Train journey from Lancaster to Grange-Over-Sands

The journey takes around 25 minutes and costs from £7.20 adult return (kids under 5 travel for free). The scenery is beautiful as you travel along the coast towards Grange. Once there you can feed the ducks at the pond (take lots of bread as there are loads of them), take a walk along the promenade where you'll find a couple of decent playgrounds or treat yourself to lunch in one of the many local cafes.

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Low Sizergh Barn
Low Sizergh Farm, Sizergh, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AE
Tel: 015395 60426

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Waterslack Garden Centre
Ford Lane, Silverdale, Lancs, LA5 0UH
Tel: 01524 701255

Aquarium of the Lakes
Lakeside, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8AS
Tel: 015395 30153

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Pay and display car parking is available

Sealife Centre, Blackpool
Central Promenade, Blackpool, FY1 5AA
Tel: 01253 622445

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Pay and display car parks nearby.

Blackpool Tower (includes entry to Aquarium, Circus, Jungle Jims, Tower Ballroom and more)
Bank Hey St, Blackpool, FY1 4BJ
Tel: 01253 622242

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Blackpool Zoo and Dinosaur Safari
East Park Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 8PP
Tel: 01253 830830

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Blackpool Model Village
East Park Drive Stanley Park Blackpool Lancashire FY3 9RB
Tel: 01253 763827

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Picnic area nearby

Bowland Wild Boar Park
Chipping, Preston, PR3 2QT
Tel: 01995 61554

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Docker Park Farm Visitor Centre
Arkholme near Carnforth, LA6 1AR
015242 21331

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Ducky's Park Farm
Moor Lane, Flookburgh, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7LS
Tel: 015395 59293

Farmer Parrs Animal World
Wyrefield Farm, Rossall Lane, Fleetwood. FY7 8JP
Tel:(01253) 874389 / 770484

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South Lakes Wild Animal Park
Broughton Road, Dalton in Furness, Cumbria, LA15 8JR
Tel: 01229 466086

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The World of Beatrix Potter
The Old Laundry, Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District, Cumbria LA23 3BX
Tel: 015394 88444

No parking - but disabled can ring to book ar car parking space in the courtyard of the attraction

Lakeland Wildlife Oasis
Hale, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7BW
Tel: 015395 63027

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Please let us know if you have been on a day out which you think should be included in this directory. We would also be interested to know what you think of the venues and attractions featured here. Email daytrips@babymaze.co.uk

It is always advisable to check details before travelling as prices and opening times are subject to change.

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