Sleep in style at one of Lancashire's historic buildings

One thing Lancashire is well known for is its historic houses, with castles, manor houses and stately homes now open to the public as wedding venues, restaurants, museums, art galleries and more.

Amongst the fantastic attractions, those looking for a place to stay in the county can enjoy a good nights sleep within the grounds, or even inside, these magnificent buildings as many of them offer a great range of accommodation.

Browsholme Hall 

Browsholme Hall is only open between May and September, on selected days, but is worth a trip for any history buff. It is Lancashire's oldest family home and is presently the residence of Amanda Parker, the Lord Lieutenant of Lancashire, and her family. During your visit you can embark on guided tours through the building and the gardens, gaining a unique insight into how 14 generations of the Parker Family have lived in this beautiful home, from the times of King Henry VII to the present day.

As the hall is still a family home, you really get a feel for life in this fascinating building. Explore rooms full of oak chests, Gillow furniture, civil war arms and unique relics, sat side by side with children’s toys, flat screen TVs and dog leads! The gardens are laid out in the style of Capability Brown, with open vistas, lawns, a series of lakes and more. A tearoom offers refreshments during visits.

Onsite there are two cottages and a village of 10 luxury glamping lodges within a woodland glade, all featuring double beds, en-suite shower rooms, kitchenette and heating. The lodges sleep up to 4 guests and a number of them are dog friendly too.

Samlesbury Hall

This beautiful 700-year-old historic stately home in the heart of Lancashire is full to the brim with stories of intrigue, witchcraft and centuries of fascinating history.

The home belonged to the Southworth Family, who’s descendants were among the first to set sail to America aboard the Mayflower, you'll even find a miniature replica of the Mayflower Ship and Samlesbury Hall in the children's play area.

Samlesbury Hall is said to be one of the most haunted buildings in the North West with tales of The Lady in White Ghost, who you can find more about in the newly opened Ghost Room. It's not all ghosts though, the Hall has its place in the tale of the Lancashire witches too, with three innocent women from the area unjustly accused of witchcraft in 1612. You can find out more about these stories during the ghost and witch tours that take place at the Hall regularly.

Within the beautiful grounds of the Hall you will find The Hamlet, a collection of beautiful Shepherd’s Huts offering a luxury glamping experience; complete with double beds, electricity and cosy en-suites that sleep up to 4 guests per Hut. There is also a beautiful Victorian Gate House that can be booked sleeping up to 6 guests. Both options are dog friendly, as are the grounds of the Hall and onsite Heritage Café.

Stirk House Hotel

Offering affordable luxury accommodation and wedding capabilities, this 400-year-old ivy clad manor house is an ideal place to stay for exploring the Ribble Valley.
The building dates back to 1635, boasting lots of character and many original features including a magnificent stone arch above the fireplace and the original doorway that welcomes each guest. The manor house was constructed using stonework from the former Sawley Abbey which was dismantled during Henry VIII’s dissolution of the monasteries.
Stirk House has been a hotel sine the 1930s, and survived a great fire in the 1940s, following which the local village residents pulled together to tackle the building. Its gardens offer an awe-inspiring place to visit, with stunning views across the Ribble Valley and Pendle Hill. Guests are invited to stroll through the 22 acres of grounds with its beautiful gardens, an ancient forest and a nature trial.
Chose from one of the 33 bedrooms which combine comfort, character and luxury. There are two-bedroom suites, large suites, doubles and twin rooms and all offer guests the chance to visit Seasons restaurant for breakfast. The restaurant also offers a midday sandwich menu, afternoon tea, a daytime and evening Seasons Menu and Sunday Lunches.

Northcote Hotel and Restaurant

A historic house featuring hotel and Michelin star restaurant, what else could you need?
The building started life in 1880 as a residence for one Elizabeth Yates, a local spinster. The coat of arms on the exterior of the building was the Yates family emblem and it remained a family home until 1979 when it became a four-bedroom hotel with a 50 seater restaurant.
It was in 1983 when Craig Bancroft and Nigel Haworth headed up the restaurant and turned it into the fine dining establishment we know it as today. The hotel has grown since then to 26 luxury rooms offering the ultimate retreat to recharge and refresh. The restaurant held a Michelin star since 1996.
In addition to its status as an award-winning hotel and restaurant, Northcote is home to the Northcote Cookery School and the annual Obsession Festival; a homage to the finest food and wine. The festival, which has been running since 2001, sees guest chefs travelling into Lancashire from all over the world to take over the kitchen for the night and produce a unique Obsession Menu for guests.

Lancashire Manor Hotel

A Grade II listed building, Lancashire Manor Hotel, dates back to 1870 and is situated within beautiful grounds in West Lancashire. The grounds are home to structures which are thought to date back even further, including the imposing entrance pillars and the stone in the hotel's Great Hall. Both are thought to have belonged to Latham House, the last Royal Stronghold of the King of England in the Civil Wars of 1642-46.

The hotel offers a mix of the traditional, tastefully blended with the modern facilities expected from a contemporary hotel. Bedrooms varieties include Manor House Superior and Standard Doubles, spacious family rooms and suites. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, beds big enough to get lost in, super soft duvets and flat screen TVs.
Guests can relax in the lounge bar or restaurant, utilise the fitness suite, or relax in the gardens playing a game of giant chess with a glass of Pimm's.

Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa

A Tudor style manor house on the outskirts of Accrington, the Dunkenhalgh Hotel dates back to the 12^th century when it was built by Roger De Dunkenhalgh and remained a country manor residence until 1947 when it converted to a hotel.

Now the hotel offers an idyllic 4 star experience nestled within the Lancashire countryside, with extensive grounds and a spa to really rejuvenate guests. There are many features of the past still visible within the hotel, including turrets and porticos. Guests are met with a tree lined drive as they enter the grounds, a grand sweeping staircase within the hotel and rooms that offer the ultimate comfort and contemporary style while retaining the grandeur of the building.
The spa at Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh offers a 12-metre indoor heated pool, whirlpool, sauna, ice fountain, steam room and thermal suite, alongside 12 treatment rooms and an aerobic studio. The Cameo Restaurant has been awarded 1 AA rosette due to its exquisite menu and the Cameo Bar is also available for less formal dining.