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Family Attractions

When it comes to family attractions - Lancashire and Blackpool are in a league of their own. Family fun and entertainment is plentifully available - and it's spectacular, affordable, diverse and increasingly stylish.

Pleasure Beach Blackpool

Britain's No. 1 attraction with over 6 million visitors per year and with 145 rides, attractions and magnificent shows, you can have your thrills then chill out in the fabulous family-friendly surroundings of the adjacent Big Blue Hotel. The new ride Infusion at Pleasure Beach, Blackpool is sure to thrill. An exhilarating infusion of the elements, this new £8m ride is the World's first suspended looping rollercoaster totally over water.

Blackpool Tower and Circus

Blackpool Tower and its renowned Circus, which runs for 38 weeks this year, are definitely worth a visit. Try the glass floored Walk of Faith at 116m...if you dare! Or relax in the Hornpipe Galley Family Bar, with great live music and your very own children's entertainer, Uncle Russ.

But Blackpool is only half the story ...

Camelot Theme Park

At Charnock Richard, Camelot Theme Park boasts five Lands jam-packed with fun; from the exhilarating Whirlwind to Merlin's Playland for younger guests, and the School of Wizardry for your very own Harry Potters.

New in 2007 was 'Knightmare' - a ride of over half a
mile full of twists, turns and steep drops including a
mid-ride plunge 'the psycho drop', after which riders
are subject to extreme g-forces.

Ribble Valley Sculpture Trail

Explore the sculpture trail from Brungerley Bridge to Crosshill Quarry along part of the Ribble Way. See 15 sculptures by 12 artists showing an abundance of styles and ways of working in response to this diverse natural environment.

Prestige Karting,Colne

Go Karting for younger children using the special Kadet Kart or Twin Kart. This challenging circuit can be experienced by adults and children alike.

National Football Museum, Preston

An amazing journey through football history located in Preston. This unique interactive experience brings alive the fascinating story of football. See the finest collection of historic football memorabilia in the world - the FIFA collection and eight other major displays of outstanding historical significance.

International League of Protection of Horses - Penny Farm

Penny Farm is the winner of Small Attraction of the Year 2007 and is open weekends and Wednesdays 11am-4pm. It rescues horses and ponies from neglect. See how Penny Farm helps to rehabilitate and re-home these animals on a guided tour - and look out for special events running throughout school holidays.