Central Lancashire
Come and discover the heart of the colourful county of Lancashire, where you will encounter beautiful countryside, landscapes and historical sights.
Preston boasts some unique attractions such as Riversway, Europe's largest single dock basin, with its marina, leisure shopping and attractions. The Grade I listed Harris Museum and Art Gallery is a magnificent Greek Revival building dominating the centre of the town and housing an impressive collection of fine and modern art.
Whether you want fascinating and historic sites, fun and excitement, relaxation in beautiful countryside or a unique shopping experience, Chorley, has it all. At Hoghton Tower near Chorley, the historic 16th-century home of the de Hoghton family. It was also here, in 1617, that the sirloin steak came into being, when King James I famously knighted a loin of beef.
Extending across the valley of the lower Ribble, South Ribble has a delightfully open landscape, rich in history, which offers something for everyone to enjoy, whether you're interested in nature, the arts, history or recreation. Attractions include Samlesbury Hall, an ancient Manor House, which has extensive displays of antiques and collectors items, Europe’s largest British Commercial Vehicle Museum, and Longton Brickcroft Nature Reserve, to name but a few.
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