Garstang - Set on the banks of the River Wyre, the town is steeped in history with beautiful architecture, abundant wildlife and array of activities, whether you want an active holiday, a relaxing weekend or an enjoyable day trip. Since 2000, Garstang has become known as the World's First Fairtrade Town, and in 2008 Garstang was voted the BEST town in Europe - winning a gold award in the prestigious Entente Florale competition. You can enjoy golfing, fishing, bird watching, beautiful countryside, and the town has and an extensive programme of walks for all levels. Furthermore you can enjoy a wide variety of independent retailers, cafes and restaurants and other leisure activities on offer. www.garstang.net

Wray Village - www.wrayvillage.co.uk
This is a site showing life in a beautiful rural location, in the Lune Valley, just north of Lancaster. Wray is full of lively local characters and groups, - and hosts many local events, such as the scarecrow festival and maggot races. Wray is also the first wireless hotspot village in Lancashire and lit the first rural fibre to the home in the UK

Kirkby Lonsdale - Our nearest town, a picturesque historic market town with a wide range of shops and restaurants. Radiating from the attractive market square are narrow winding streets of mainly 17th and 18th Century buildings. Devil's Bridge a three arched bridge spanning the River Lune is probably 12th or 13th Century and a scheduled ancient monument. Behind St Mary's Church is 'Ruskin's View' this view of the Lune was painted by Turner (1775-1851). It is called 'Ruskin's View'. because the poet John Ruskin (1819-1900), a lover of Turner's work, was so impressed by the painting, that he penned 'I do not know in all my own country, still less in France or Italy, a place more naturally divine'.

Celebrating local food, real ale and gardening is Fork Fest is a fun filled weekend for all the family. With music, demos, a flower festival, Beer Fest and Real Ale Trail, plenty of food sampling and entertainment for the kids. For more information visit www.forkfest.co.uk


Leighton Hall - The historic home of the world-renowned Gillow furniture making family, Leighton Hall is a stunning location for a day out, an exclusive wedding or extraordinary corporate event. Its romantic Gothic towers and acres of beautiful gardens annually lure thousands of visitors, who are as enthralled with Leighton's fascinating heritage as they are captivated by the breathtaking beauty of their surroundings. www.leightonhall.co.uk

Lancaster Castle - Often known as John O' Gaunt's Castle, Lancaster Castle is one of the most historically interesting buildings in Lancashire.- www.lancastercastle.com

The Priory Restaurant & Cafe Bar (A green tourism business) and the Barn and at Scorton - Plants, Gift Shop, Coffee Shop and Orchard Garden in the picturesque village of Scorton, near Garstang and gateway to the Trough of Bowland. www.plantsandgifts.co.uk

Arnside and Silverdale AONB - This is one of the smallest protected landscapes in the country, amazingly rich in wildlife - both fauna and flora - birds, butterflies, bats, orchids, ferns, wildflowers and a huge diversity of special habitats ranging from reedbeds to ancient woodlands to the expanses of Morecambe Bay. www.arnsidesilverdaleaonb.org.uk

Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve - Leighton Moss is the largest reedbed in north-west England, and home to some really special birds like bitterns, bearded tits and marsh harriers. You might see deer too, and lots of butterflies. There are several trails and hides, most of which are suitable for wheelchairs, and get right to the heart of the reedbed. Also a nature trail alongside two coastal lagoons with wading and water birds. You can also enjoy a home-made meal and a drink in the upstairs tea room (with stairlift). Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve

Wolfhouse Gallery - Set in a cluster of renovated farm buildings in the heart of Silverdale with magnificent views across Morecambe Bay to Humphrey Head (where legend has it the last wolf in England was killed). Wolfhouse Gallery boasts an exciting range of traditional and contemporary arts, crafts and gifts in beautiful surroundings. Adjacent to The Gallery is Wolfhouse Café, situated in the former dairy and serveing a delightful range of freshly prepared snacks, soups and sandwiches plus a mouth-watering selection of home baked scones and cakes.www.wolfhousegallery.co.uk

Wray - Scarecrow Festival - www.wrayvillage.co.uk

Carnforth Station and Visitors Centre - The Visitor Centre is housed in the beautifully-restored historic buildings, and offers the visitor a wealth of attractions, facilities and a fascinating range of exhibitions. The “Brief Encounter” exhibition is dedicated to the classic film, the actors and the film’s famous connection with Carnforth Station. The Refreshment Room has been faithfully restored to its 1940’s period glory and offers a superb range of home made food, licensed bar and top quality hot beverages. The Refreshment Room is most famously known by film buffs from the role that it played in the 1945 David Lean film “Brief Encounter” that starred Trevor Howard and Celia Johnson with a supporting role played by Stanley Holloway. In the film, the station is referred to as Milford Junction, but the the actual location was Carnforth Station. Throughout the year a varied programme of entertainment and special events are scheduled, in addition to The High Society Jazz Band can usually be found providing regular entertainment once a month on a Wednesday evening and a Friday lunchtime.

Forest of Bowland AONB

The Forest of Bowland AONB is a hidden gem often overlooked but once discovered you will want to return. The combination of ‘wild’ expanses of open moorland and estate landscapes on the moorland fringe together with the transitional landscapes to the lower lying river valleys gives this area a distinctive quality of its own. The cloughs, steep sided and wooded valleys, provide a strong link between the upland and lowland landscapes. Bowland’s ecological features make it a nationally important area for nature conservation and 13 per cent is designated as Sites of Special Scientific Interest. The moors are a major breeding ground for upland birds and the major part of the Bowland Fells is designated as a Special Protection Area under the European Birds Directive. The lowlands contain important ancient woodland habitat. Forest of Bowland AONB

Old Holly Farm - A family run, working organic dairy farm, near Garstang, passionate about giving children (and adults alike) the opportunity to see, touch, smell, hear and taste the experience of a real working farm. But most importantly its about having fun, eating well and learning through play!!www.oldhollyfarm.com

Priory Scorton

Lancaster Castle

Forest of Bowland Tarja Wilson

Leighton Hall

Leighton Moss B.P. Tyrer

Deep Clough Farm, Littledale, Lancaster LA2 9HB
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