2016 promises to be another action packed year in Lancashire including a fantastic range of events and things to do across the county.
Take a look below for some of the many highlights we had to let you know about!
Forest of Bowland AONB sites gain new Dark Sky Discovery Status
During 2016 there will be a series of events at Discovery site locations – during the spring when glittering star clusters and magnificent constellations like Orion grace the sky, and in the autumn when the Milky Way is overhead and meteor showers like the Perseids can put on an amazing show.
New mega-hide at WWT Martin Mere
Visitors to WWT Martin Mere Wetlands Centre will get even closer to its famous spectacle of thousands of geese and swans now a brand new mega-hide has been completed. The 70 metre long hide has four distinct sections for visitors to choose from according to their level of bird watching experience. The ‘discovery’ section is furnished with sofas and has spotting scopes available for novices and those who simply enjoy comfort.
See RSPB Leighton Moss from a new angle
Come and experience a bird’s-eye view of RSPB Leighton Moss nature reserve with the brand new elevated viewing platform known as the ‘Skytower’. The nine-metre high tower is a first for the RSPB and offers visitors the opportunity to see right across the reed bed to the surrounding area.
The award winning Bay Cycle Way
Cycle away at your own leisure, sample some mouth-watering local food and take in the vast vistas on the new cycle way around Morecambe Bay. Have your own big adventure on two wheels!
Enjoy a break by the sea
The brand new Beach Apartments overlook St Annes Beach and are just five minutes away from the award winning beach huts. These stylish new apartments are the ultimate beach havens, consisting of four beautifully appointed units accommodating up to six people. Each apartment offers the luxury and comfort you would expect from a 5 star hotel with the space and personalised touches you can only find in a bespoke self-catering property.
Valhalla gets the Golden Ticket!
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is celebrating as Valhalla has been named The Best Water Ride in the world at the recent Golden Tickets Awards. Valhalla first opened in 2000 and has been thrilling visitors to Blackpool ever since with special effects including fire and snow, exciting drops and plenty of water. Splashing fun for everyone!
Dates for your diary!
Obsession 2016 - 22 January – 7 February
There’s a fantastic line up of chefs from around the world joining Chef Patron Nigel Haworth and his team at Michelin starred hotel and restaurant, Northcote, for Obsession 16 where they will be celebrating 16 nights of pure gastronomic brilliance!
Showzam 2016 – 13 – 20 February 2016
Akoreacro is headline act for Showzam! Top French circus company Akoreacro make their UK debut at The Blackpool Tower, Circus Arena with a stupendous blend of high circus skills and music during February half term 2016, part of Showzam! Don’t miss your chance to see this show which is currently selling out across Europe.
Best of Britannia - 12 - 13 March 2016
The BOB team are delighted to venture away from London up North into Preston’s historic Flag Market and former Old Post Office building, showcasing a pop-up department store experience made entirely from British manufacturers.
UK’s biggest walkabout theatre presents The Hobbit - 5 July - 13 August
Take an unexpected journey with The Hobbit at this year’s annual walkabout theatre spectacular in Lancaster’s Williamson Park.
Based on the 1937 novel The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien, this unique adaptation is set to attract thousands of visitors. Stay a little bit longer and enjoy an overnight break in this small city with a big story – just two hours by train from London and Glasgow.
The Summer Days Festival 6-7 and 9 July
A new, big name music festival wings its way to the grounds of Clitheroe Castle with stunning back drops in time for summer 2016. The Summer Days Festival will feature local and well- known bands in addition to comedy and other exciting entertainment acts. A gourmet food village, sourcing local produce and authentic real ales from surrounding Lancashire areas, boast some of the county’s best culinary delights.
Celebrate the Leeds and Liverpool Canal’s Bicentenary - 23 – 24 July 2016
2016 is the bicentenary of Eanam Wharf on the Leeds Liverpool Canal and the celebrations start at Eanam Wharf with the biggest Canal Festival Blackburn has seen in 200 years!
Discover more!
Take a look and order your copy of the Welcome to Lancashire 2016 Guide which is packed full of places to stay, things to do, places to eat and over 10 pages of events listings in Lancashire #WhereLifeFeelsGood
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