Nestled on a hilltop in the county of Lancashire to the north west of England lies the ancient city of Lancaster. With its magnificent Georgian buildings, historic castle prison walls and spectacular views from the Ashton Memorial, one of the north’s great follies.
Discover captivating exhibitions and collections at local museums that bring Lancaster’s past to life.
History weaves through the charming, cobbled lanes, where you’ll find a coffee shop from 1837, a restaurant in a 300 year-old wine merchant’s cellar, and Lancaster’s oldest pub—dating to the 15th century and one of only two places in Britain with a gravity-fed cellar.
The city also boasts a wide variety of independent cafés and restaurants, many offering group-friendly menus and specialist cuisine.
No matter when you visit, group organisers will find plenty of evening entertainment, from plays and musicals to live shows at The Dukes and the Grand Theatre.
The Dukes’ annual Play in the Park is a large-scale walkabout performance in Williamson Park and a summer highlight.
Lancaster Arts at Lancaster University also presents theatre, dance, concerts, and exhibitions in its public gallery.
