Blog (History and Heritage) - Visit Lancashire

Although much more associated with Yorkshire, The Brontë sisters actually spent much of their lives in Lancashire walking from the family home at Haworth across the South Pennine Moors.

The year was 1612, a turbulent time in England’s history, an era of religious persecution and superstition.

You only have to spend a day in the beautiful county of Lancashire to understand why it has been the inspiration for so many literary greats. 

Blackpool’s beautiful Grade II* listed Grand Theatre attracts the best in award-winning touring companies, including The National Theatre, English Touring Theatre, UK Productions, Opera and Ballet International and the Russian State Ballet. But here's 10 things you might not know about 'Blackpool's hidden gem'.

If you’ve ever wondered where your favourite TV series was filmed or been momentarily distracted by a stunning view in the background of a film and thought you’d like to go there, you are not alone. 

Over the last few years Blackburn with Darwen has become a cultural hot spot with notable events and festivals popping up throughout the year.

Lancashire has always been the home of forward thinkers and the industrial revolution was no exception. With the help of an entrepreneur, Richard Arkwright, Lancashire’s cotton industry flourished, and you can still see and visit some of the mills used then today.

An area of outstanding natural beauty, well-known for its scenic countryside, delicious food and famous landmarks, Ribble Valley is at the official centre of the Kingdom and is a place infused with history.

Lancashire really is a county of diversity and the history, as you would expect, is no different. 

From rare Murano glass chandeliers to paintings of some of our county’s most influential people, you can immerse yourself in the cultural beauty of Lancashire.