If you want to explore the best of historic Lancaster, you can buy cheap train tickets to Lancaster with TransPennine Express.
On arrival the bus station is a 10-minute walk from the train station on Cable Street and the timetables can all be found on the council website. The station also has a taxi rank right outside.
With a rich history encompassing the Romans, the Saxons and the Normans, Lancaster has always been popular with out of towners. It boasts a majestic castle, an activity-packed park and a theatre that doubles as an arts centre and gallery – so its appeal is pretty obvious. As well as all that it’s just over 15 minutes from Preston and 2 hours 15 minutes from Glasgow.
With The Ashton Memorial, a Butterfly House and 22 hectares of fresh air and greenery, Williamson Park is an absolute must. Lancaster canal boats are another popular attraction in the city, and Lancaster has plenty of beautiful canal walks to really soak up the sights on a nice day. If you’re into your history, Lancaster Castle has been described as “the North West’s most important historic and archaeological monument”, probably due to its fascinating history - it was a prison from 1196 – 2011! Enjoy exploring by bike? Cycle the popular Pendle Witch Trail which takes you from Lancaster to Pendle.
The Borough is a 3-story Georgian town house converted into a vibrant pub and restaurant that is much-loved by locals. The Sultan of Lancaster is an award-winning Indian restaurant decorated with mesmerising Islamic art and serving food that looks and tastes as exquisite as the surroundings. Quite Simply French is a restaurant in a converted 18th-century quayside warehouse.
Located just a little way out of town, The Ashton has it all when it comes to relaxation with 5 uniquely-styled rooms. The Sun Hotel and Bar has been welcoming guests to Lancaster since the 17th century and it’s still getting it right. Lancaster house is a deluxe 4-star hotel, which is perfectly located to enjoy Lancaster whilst also offering Health Club facilities. Lancaster university guest rooms are set in 250 acres of parkland and is the ideal spot to also explore the Trough of Bowland and Lake District National Park.
St Nicholas Arcade is Lancaster's main shopping centre and all your favourite high street stores can be found here. The quirky Assembly Rooms Emporium is housed in an 18th-century building and crammed with vintage clothing, costume jewellery, books, cards and more. Also, home to many producers, independent galleries, markets, and quirky boutiques, it easy to support local businesses and shop Lancashire.
For more ideas on what to do in Lancaster, see Visit Lancashire.
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