Warton Old Rectory
Old Rectory, Warton is a free-to-visit ruin of a 14th-century rectory near Lancaster, showcasing historic architecture and medieval manorial court history under English Heritage protection.
Lancashire
Lancashire is a historic county in North West England offering a mix of cultural heritage, scenic countryside, coastal resorts, historic sites, and vibrant market towns.
Formby
Formby is a coastal town in Merseyside known for its sandy beaches, extensive sand dunes, and a National Trust reserve protecting endangered red squirrels. It offers outdoor wildlife experiences, walking trails, and is popular with day trippers. The town also features historic links golf courses and nearby natural reserves.
Near Cattle grazing walk and talks
7 Oct, 12 Oct
Join a Formby ranger for a walk and talk about the conservation benefits of grazing English longhorn cattle on the dunes, with an opportunity to ask questions.
Salford Shopping Centre
Salford Shopping Centre is a large indoor shopping mall located in Pendleton, Salford, Greater Manchester. It features 81 stores, an indoor market, a Tesco superstore, Aldi, and KFC, offering a comprehensive retail experience in an urban setting.
3 miles from Online Talk: The Shadows of Salem – Myth V Reality in Lois the Witch and Other Tales
14 Oct (next Wednesday)
Author Livi Michael gives an online talk exploring how Elizabeth Gaskell used the Salem witch trials in her novella *Lois the Witch*, and how historical fact and Victorian fiction intersect in stories about witches.
Houndshill Shopping Centre
Houndshill Shopping Centre is an indoor shopping mall in Blackpool, Lancashire, featuring more than 55 stores including major retailers and cafes. It offers a large multistory car park and an extension opened in 2008, situated centrally opposite Blackpool Tower.
Located in Blackpool
Blackpool is a lively seaside town in Lancashire renowned for its seven miles of sandy beach, iconic Blackpool Tower, historic piers, and vibrant cultural scene including theatres, music festivals, and nightlife. It offers diverse attractions such as amusement parks, parks, and an important LGBTQ+ community.
Swan Court Shopping Arcade
Swan Court Shopping Arcade is an open-air shopping centre in Clitheroe, Lancashire, known for its historic connection to the Swan & Royal ancient coaching inn. It offers an outdoor retail experience in a quaint town setting.
Located in Clitheroe
Clitheroe is a historic market town in Lancashire, England, featuring a Norman castle, a vibrant arts and culture scene, diverse shops, and annual festivals making it a popular base for visitors to the Forest of Bowland.
Fishergate Shopping Centre
Fishergate Shopping Centre in Preston is a major indoor retail venue with a variety of shops, eateries, and convenient transport links including adjacent railway and bus services.
St George's Shopping Centre (Preston)
St George's Shopping Centre is a large indoor shopping mall in Preston, Lancashire, featuring over 100 stores, a central glass-roofed rotunda, several entrances, food outlets, and convenient transport links including a multi-storey car park and nearby bus and rail stations.
Whalley Abbey
Whalley Abbey is a historic former Cistercian abbey in Lancashire featuring extensive ruins and a modern retreat and conference house with visitor facilities including a coffee shop and exhibitions. Visitors can explore ancient monastic foundations and enjoy the blend of outdoor ruins and indoor hospitality spaces.
Manchester Arndale
Manchester Arndale is a major indoor shopping centre in Manchester, England, featuring over 210 shops, a large food court, and connections to major department stores. It is known as one of Europe's largest city-centre malls with extensive retail space and has undergone significant redevelopment since a major bombing in 1996. The centre attracts millions of visitors annually and offers a comprehensive urban shopping experience.
Sawley Abbey
Sawley Abbey is the ruins of a historic Cistercian monastery founded in 1149, open to the public as an English Heritage site. Visitors can explore the remains of the abbey's cloister, church, and associated earthworks within an enclosed medieval precinct while learning about its history through onsite boards.
The Galleries (Wigan)
The Galleries was a historic indoor shopping centre in Wigan town centre featuring over 50 retail stores across three sections, including the Marketgate Shopping Centre and Makinson Arcade. It closed in 2022 and is undergoing a major redevelopment to include new leisure and residential facilities.
Grand Arcade (Wigan)
The Grand Arcade is a large indoor shopping centre in Wigan town centre featuring 39 retailers, a carbon neutral design, and cultural exhibits including a George Formby statue and memorabilia from Wigan Casino. It also offers food options and ample parking.
Located in Wigan
Wigan is a historic market town in Greater Manchester, England, known for its rich industrial heritage, Roman and medieval history, cultural venues, and sporting traditions including rugby league and football.