Top Things to do in Lancaster District
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Lancaster District, England
Discover the best top things to do in Lancaster District, United Kingdom including St Peter's Church, The Elles Gallery, Trough of Bowland, Williamson Park, Carnforth Station Heritage Centre, Heysham Nature Reserve, Lancaster City Museum, Happy Mount Park, Eric Morecambe Statue, Wolf House Gallery.
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1. St Peter's Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By andythegooner - Goosnargh, United Kingdom
Decided to escape our four walls and see St.Peter's Church, not knowing the area. What a lovely surprise. Always associated Heysham for the nuclear power station. The views from this church were amazing and the village has made every effort with their community garden for children and adults to enjoy . Well done. We Will be back to enjoy the various walks.
2. The Elles Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
An intimate gallery in the center of historic Lancaster showcasing the work of artist John Elles. The main theme of John's work is Lancaster itself - the architecture and street scenes reflect John's interest of colorful nostalgia and borrow themes from the French masters. A must-see for tourists and visitors to the town.
Reviewed By alaurentoherself - Huddersfield, United Kingdom
I've long been a fan of John Elles' work. His art, particularly the pieces featuring Lancaster's famous haunts and landmarks (the Ashton Memorial and Town Hall being just two), is absolutely stunning. I recently got in touch with John to enquire about a piece for my parents - Lancaster Town Hall (our wedding venue) with my husband and I in the pic, and I was bowled over with both the final piece and the service John provided. He paid attention to all the little details, including the time we got married (with the town hall's clock hands showing pretty much the exact time we left the venue after tying the knot) and he created a beautifully atmospheric picture. We've given it to my mum and dad as an early Christmas present and they absolutely loved it. Thank you, John. If you're in Lancaster, make sure you pop into the gallery for a look around. John can add his own unique spin to any of your family photos and you will be chuffed to bits with the result, as we were. I challenge you to visit John's gallery and not want to buy at least one piece for yourself.
3. Trough of Bowland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 374 reviews
Reviewed By Cricketdad - Wigan, United Kingdom
Please keep this stunning part of England a secret. It is the most gorgeous place - small villages and rolling countryside in one instance then broody hills and windy fella the next.
4. Williamson Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,245 reviews
Reviewed By sarahwI5463SJ
Beautiful park and memorial building - I climbed to the top and was rewarded by amazing views of Morecambe Bay
5. Carnforth Station Heritage Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 634 reviews
Reviewed By victoriac549 - Chester, United Kingdom
I visited the railway station many years ago because of a love of the film Brief Encounter. I was stunned by how much work has been carried out since I last visited. As well as details of the stations restoration there is a cinema which shows Brief Encounter on a loop in a small replica cinema and there is also a very interesting homage to David Lean. The centre is run by very friendly committed volunteers and is a really great experience it’s free but donations are welcome. If you’re a bit of a film buff I’d throughly recommend this absolutely lovely heritage centre.
6. Heysham Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By raybill54 - Brierley Hill, United Kingdom
Pleasant walk, grandchildren loved the park area. Nice walk into Heysham village. Ideal for nature lovers, good views.
7. Lancaster City Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 360 reviews
Reviewed By MC_Baz
If you are visiting Lancaster for shopping or sightseeing, the city museum is worth a visit. The museum is right in the middle of the shopping area, so needs no special journeys to reach it and entry is free. The downstairs is split into two exhibition rooms and a receeption area. During my visit, one exhibition room was being used for a function of some kind and the other was exhibiting the landscape art of two Lancashire artists which was extremely good. A wide staircase equipped with a stair lift leads to the upstairs areas. The upstairs is split into two areas, the history of Lancaster from the stone age and the history of the Kings Own Royal Regiment from 1680. Both exhibitions are well laid out with exhibits and lots of detail.
8. Happy Mount Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 858 reviews
Happy Mount Park on Marine Road, Morecambe, is a traditional family park with modern facilities and attractions, including a free splash park. Happy Mount Park was originally created in the 1920s as a traditional urban park area. Today's family-friendly attractions cater for more modern tastes, whilst carefully retaining the atmosphere of peace and tranquillity of a traditional park. The park is open from 8.30am all year round and entry is free. Activities and attractions: •Cafe (this is operated by a private company not Lancaster City Council) •Splash Park - free to enter •Pirates In The Park indoor play area inside the cafe. •Unique outdoor natural adventure play area •Ornamental gardens, woodland walk and habitat trail •Crown green bowling green (see Bowling Passes) •18-hole putting green •Miniature railway(this is operated by a private company not Lancaster City Council) •Swing boats, Trampolines, Crazy golf, Children's roundabout (this is operated by a private company not Lancaster City Council) •Floodlit multi-purpose pitch for tennis, basketball, five-a-side football and roller hockey For the latest information please check the Facebook page.
Reviewed By kazlang191270 - Morecambe, United Kingdom
Happy mount park great for kids young and old. Little area for young children where you can stay and watched them,there is the splash zone brilliant time kids love it of all ages. There is a cafe to buy drinks and food if you get peckish.play park with swing and rides even a train that takes you round the park. Something for everyone..
9. Eric Morecambe Statue
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,910 reviews
Reviewed By doug_slicker - Leicester, United Kingdom
A blast from the past, how lovely to see Eric Morecambe doing what he did best, making us laugh and smile, his Statue tells a great story about a great man, strolling up and down the seafront at Morecambe was indeed a blast from the past, childhood memories of holidays from the past, not changed much really.
10. Wolf House Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
The Wolf House Gallery is an emporium of hand picked gifts, homewares and original art by British Artists and Makers, located in the coastal village of Silverdale, Lancashire.
Reviewed By Sherpa100334
Wonderful piece of cake and a really good cup of tea sat in the sunshine. Had pistachio and lemon cake delicious. Then went in the gallery next door. Some beautiful gifts for sale, unusual and reasonably priced. Lovely lady serving us. Very helpful. Bought my friends 70th birthday present and it's not until December. There was an amazing sea glass garland I would have loved. But my husband didn't take the hint. The sun shone lovely day out
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