Things to do, places to visit, eat and shop in Lancaster and the surrounding area

LANCASTER ACCESSIBILITYBy Rob Bracewell

Lancaster is an historic town built between two sets of hills and as such can be a challenge to wheelchair users. The City centre is pedestrianised and almost all shops and services are accessible. Attractions such as the Castle are on top of a steep hill so assistance may be required. Blue Badge parking is free in all City Council car parks but some have time limits. The area is served by low floor buses and the local trains carry ramps. It is recommended, however, to contact individual hotels or the Vistor Information Centres directly with specific requirements. - Lancaster V.I.C. - 01524 582394

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 RUSKIN LIBRARY 

OPENING HOURS DURING EXHIBITIONS Monday‐Friday 10am‐4pm 

(closed weekends and Bank Holidays) Admission Free      Enquiries ‐ 01524 593587 

Loca�on      On A6, south of Lancaster 

 

The Ruskin Library galleries, situated on the Lancaster University campus, opened in 1998, show a changing selec�on from a fascina�ng collec�on of 

pictures, books, manuscripts and photographs  

With so much to do it’s a real family day out!54 Acres of Woodland / Butterfly House / Ashton Memorial / Cafe / Mini Beast Cave Playground / Outdoor Theatre / Orienteering / Gift Shop / Birthday Parties

Williamson Park, Lancaster LA1 1UX 01524 33318www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark

A bustling street market found at the heart of Lancaster city centre every Wednesday and Saturday - 9am - 4.30pm.

Combine shopping with sightseeing at Lancaster’s historic

Charter Marketwww.lancaster.gov.uk/chartermarket

01524 847540

Fun and fitness foreveryone!

www.lancaster.gov.uk/saltayre

Salt Ayre Sports Centre

www.redbankfarm.co.uk | 01524 823196Red Bank Farm, The Shore, Bolton Le Sands, Carnforth, LA5 8JR

Campsite on a working farm. Cafe & Pets Corner

Promoting a city centre alive with vibrancyand cultureMore information

@lancaster_BID info@lancasterunlimited.org.uk lancasterBID

SALT AYRE SPORTS CENTRELancaster’s largest sports centre with swimming pool and a wide range of facilities.Salt Ayre Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5JSt • 01524 847540 - w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/saltayre

THE ZONE5 tier play structure, massive indoor slide, free wi-fi. Tea, coffee and hot food available.Dalton Square, Lancaster, LA1 1PL t • 01524 382225 - w • www.thezonesoftplay.co.uk

MEGAZONEThe Ultimate indoor Laser Adventure , fun for all the family.94-96 Marine Road, Morecambe, LA4 4DQt • 01524 410224 - w • www.megazonemorecambe.co.uk

PLEASURELANDLarge Family Entertainment Centre and Kids Soft Play Area.Winter Gardens, Marine Road, Morecambe, LA4 4BU t • 01524 424212

MORECAMBE SUPERBOWLBowling - Food - Pool - Games - Parties

Central Drive Morecambe, LA4 4DWt • 01524 400 974 - w • www.super-bowl.co.uk

THE BOROUGH COMEDY CLUBHeld every Sunday at The Borough, Lancaster!3-5 Dalton Square Lancaster LA1 1PPt • 01524 64170 - w • www.lancastercomedy.co.uk

THE PLATFORMPremier venue for entertainment and live music, attracting world famous talent.Station Buildings, Promenade, Morecambe, LA4 4DB t • 01524 582803 - w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/platform

NATIVE KNOWLEDGE TOURSFamily run Tour company offering day Hikes in & around Cumbria, Lancashire & Yorkshire.Anywhere you want picking up from & taking to.t • 07930228512 - w • www.nativeknowledgetours.com

THE DUKESAn award winning theatre, cinema & café bar that plays host to live music, comedy & drama.Moor Lane, Lancaster LA1 1QE t • 01524 598500 - w • www.dukes-lancaster.org

THE ROBERT GILLOWFantastic Live Folk & Jazz music Most days, plus great food, drink and atmosphere!64 Market St, Lancaster LA1 1HPt • 01524 36092 - w • www.pubfoodlancaster.co.uk

HOLIDAY ACTIVITY PROGRAMMELoads of fun sports, arts and museum activities for children every school holiday.Sign up to receive our fun family newsletter at: www.lancaster.gov.uk/holidayprogramme

ASHTON GOLF CENTREBeautiful, Challenging 9 Hole Pay and Play Golf Course and Driving Range.Ashton with Stodday, Lancaster LA2 0AJ t • 01524 752221 - w • www.ashtongolfcentre.co.uk

REGENT PARK STUDIOSAll kinds of fun activities from trampolining to martial arts.Rear of 93 Regent Road, Morecambe, LA3 1AF t •01524 419861 - w • www.regentparkstudios.co.uk

LANCASTER GRAND THEATREA wide variety of shows, plays music and comedy is performed at the historic Grand Theatre.St. Leonardgate, Lancaster, LA1 1NLt • 01524 64695 - w • www.lancastergrand.co.uk

VUE CINEMAState-of-the-art multiplex modern cinema with 6 screens.Church Street Lancaster LA1 1LPt • 0871 224 0240 - w • www.myvue.com

RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVEGo wild on nature trails and events, visit superb gift shop and award-winning cafe.Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SWt • 01524 701601 - w • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss

The Lancaster Grand TheatreImage by Lancaster Grand Theatre

MARCOS ITALIAN RESTAURANTOpen kitchen, relaxed informal atmosphere, special offers, child friendly, parties welcome.27 North Road, Lancaster, LA1 1NSt • 01524 844445 - w • www.marcosrestaurant.com

THE WHALE TAILExclusive vegetarian cafe creating culinary masterpieces to astound.78a Penny Street, Lancaster, LA1 1XNt • 01524 845133 - w • www.whaletailcafe.co.uk

FRANKIE & BENNY’SAmerican & Italian restaurant and bar. Extensive menus with something for everone.Central Drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DWt • 01524 834 190 - w • www.frankieandbennys.co.uk

SOUPANOVAFriendly, retro soup bar specialising in home made, healthy food.18 Church Street Lancaster LA1 1NPt • 01524 841 488 - w • www.twitter.com/SoupanovaSoups

THE HALLAssemble in The Hall for Coffee & Events.10-12 China Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EXt • 01524 65470 - w • www.thecoffeehopper.com

THE MUSIC ROOMA great atmosphere and range of speciality coffee, tea and cakes.Sun Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1EWt • 01524 65470 - w • www.themusicroomcafe.com

THE ROBERT GILLOWFantastic Live Folk & Jazz music Most days, plus great food, drink and atmosphere!64 Market St, Lancaster LA1 1HPt • 01524 36092 - w • www.pubfoodlancaster.co.uk

THE BOROUGHFine Ale, Food, Wine and Rooms.

3-5 Dalton Square Lancaster LA1 1PPt • 01524 64170 - w • www.theboroughlancaster.co.uk

Outside The Music RoomImage from Atkinsons Coffee

Teatro Restaurant, LancasterImage by Teatro

TEATROBook a table at Lancaster’s only Brazilianrestaurant and it’s yours all night.60-62 Church Street, Lancaster, LA1 1LHt • 01524 380012 - w • www.teatrolancaster.co.uk

HURLEY FLYERWe hope you will enjoy our delicious menu in our lovely pub.Christie Way, Morecambe, LA4 4TBt • 01524 419044 - w • www.hurleyflyerpubmorecambe.co.uk

BELLA ITALIAFamily friendly restaurant offering a broad menu of all things Italian.26-28 Church St Lancaster, LA1 1LHt • 01524 36340 - w • www.bellaitalia.co.uk

COTTAMS FIELD BREWERS FAYREFamily restaurant on the outskirts of Lancaster with special eating offers.Caton Road, Lancaster, LA1 3PE t • 01524 384800

RED BANK FARM - ARCHERS CAFEA working farm and pets corner with a cafe serving homecooked food & beautiful views!The Shore, Bolton le Sands, Carnforth, LA5 8JR t • 01524 823196 - w • www.redbankfarm.co.uk

PIZZA HUTFun times and great food for over 50 years.

Kingsway Retail Park, Lancaster LA1 1DQt • 01524 599222 - w • www.pizzahut.co.uk

PIZZA MARGHERITAPizza restaurant, celebrating over 30 years of quality, style and service.2 Moor Lane Lancaster, LA1 1QDt • 01524 36333 - www.pizza-margherita.co.uk

ASPECT BAR & BISTROMorecambe’s finest cocktail Bar & Bistrooffering the best quality food and drink.320-3 Marine Road Central, Morecambe, LA4 5AA t • 01524 416404 - w • www.aspectbar.com

WILLIAMSON PARK54 acres of parkland, Edwardian Butterfly House, Pavilion Cafe and Ashton Memorial.Wyresdale Road Lancaster, LA1 1UXt • 01524 33318 - w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark

RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVEGo wild on nature trails and events, visit superb gift shop and award-winning cafe.Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SWt • 01524 701601 - w • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss

RUSKIN LIBRARYA fascinating collection relating to the great Victorian writer and artist John Ruskin.Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancaster, LA1 4YHt • 01524 593587 - w • www.lancaster.ac.uk/users/ruskinlib

LANCASTER CITY MUSEUMSituated in the historic and culturalLancaster in an elegant Georgian building.Market square, Lancaster, LA1 1HTt • 01524 64637 - w • www.lancashire.gov.uk

LANCASTER MARITIME MUSEUMExplore Lancaster’s Golden Age and rich maritime and natural history.Custom House, St George’s Quay, Lancaster, LA1 1RBt • 01524 382264 - w • www.lancashire.gov.uk

JUDGES LODGINGS MUSEUMDiscover the treasures of Lancaster’s oldest town house. Church Street Lancaster LA1 1YSt • 01524 32808 - w • www.lancashire.gov.uk

SIZERGH CASTLE Beautiful Medieval house surrounded by rich gardens.Sizergh, Nr Kendal, LA8 8AEt • 015395 60951 - w • www.nationaltrust.org.uk /sizergh

HAPPY MOUNT PARKA traditional park, free to enter with beautiful gardens, woodland walks & additional attractions. Marine Road East, Promenade, Morecambet • 01524 582808 - w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/happymountpark

GREENLANDS FARMEnjoy our open farm, artisan village and Wellies cafe. A fun day out for the whole family!Tewitfield, Carnforth, LA6 1JHt • 01524 784184 - w • www. greenlandsfarmvillage.co.uk

MORECAMBE FESTIVAL MARKETOver 100 stalls selling everything you needCentral drive Morecambe LA4 4DWt • 01524 414251

CHARTER MARKETA traditional, twice weekly bustling street market at the heart of Lancaster city centre.Market Square, Market Street & Cheapside, Lancaster, LA1 1XDt • 01524 414251 w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/chartermarket

LOW SIZERGH BARNWe are a working farm with trail, tea room, craft galleries and farm shop.Low Sizergh Farm, Sizergh, Kendal, LA8 8AEt • 015395 60426 w • www.lowsizerghbarn.co.uk

BLACKWELL, THE ARTS & CRAFTS HOUSE A breathtaking Arts & Crafts historic home exuding craftsmanship from every room. Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JTt • 015394 46139 - w • wwwlakelandartstrust.org.uk

RED BANK FARM A working farm and pets corner with a cafe serving homecooked food & beautiful views!The Shore, Bolton le Sands, Carnforth, LA5 8JR t • 01524 823196 - w • www.redbankfarm.co.uk

QUAKER TAPESTRY KENDALMuseum, Café & Shop. Café open year round, Exhibition open Apr-Dec. Children FREE. Friends Meeting House, Kendal LA9 4BHt • 01539 722975 - w • www.quaker-tapestry.co.uk

LAKELAND WILDLIFE OASISThe little zoo with lots to do!

Hale, Milnthorpe, LA7 7FEt • 015395 63027 - w • www.wildlifeoasis.co.uk

Ashton Memorial, Williamsons ParkImage by Lancaster City Council

13 THE WAREHOUSE3 floor Boutique Department Store with coffee shop. Where shopping is fun!13 Queen Street, Morecambe, LA4 4EQt • 01524 401600

MARKET GATE SHOPPING CENTREShopping...it’s in the Bag! + 110 space car park and Award Winning Toilets & Parent Room.Market Gate Shopping Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1JF t • 01524 382845 - w • www.marketgatelancaster.co.uk

ARNDALE CENTREEssential big name stores & independentretailers. Activities through school holidays.Market Street, Morecambe, LA4 5DH t • 01524 416922 - w • www.arndalemorecambe.co.uk

THE VINTAGE SHOPVintage Ladies’ & Men’s Clothing & Accessories.4 Gage Street, Lancaster (off Dalton Square)t • 07774 321264 w • Facebook: Vintage-Shop Lancaster

GORRILLS OF LANCASTERWe stock a large range of homeware as well as gifts for all the family. 61-63 Penny Street, Lancaster, LA1 1UDt • 01524 62667

LEES GAMESConsoles, Games, DVD’s bought, sold and exchanged!280 Marine Road Central, Morecambe, LA4 5BY t • 01524 425404 - w • www.leesgamesltd.co.uk

CHARTER MARKETA traditional, twice weekly bustling street market at the heart of Lancaster city centre.Market Square, Market Street & Cheapside, Lancaster, LA1 1XDt • 01524 414251 w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/chartermarket

ST NICHOLAS ARCADESLancaster’s leading shopping centre.

12 Lancaster Gate, Lancaster, LA1 1NBt • 01524 846569 w • www.stnicholasarcades.co.uk

MORECAMBE FESTIVAL MARKETOver 100 stalls selling everything you need.Central drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DWt • 01524 414251

BARE NECESSITIESRetailer of clothing, toys and gifts for children.29A Princes Crescent, Morecambe, LA4 6BY t • 01524 409984 - w • www.barenecessities-uk.com

THE BOTTLE SHOPLancaster’s only city centre specialist Beer, Wine and Spirits shop.The Bottle Shop, No.17 Sun Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EWt • 01524 36092 - w • www. robertgillow.com/bottle-shop

RSPB LEIGHTON MOSS NATURE RESERVE SHOPEverything you need to help give nature a home where you live.Myers Farm, Storrs Lane, Silverdale, Nr Carnforth, LA5 0SWt • 01524 701601 - W • www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss

ATKINSONS COFFEE SHOPAward winning international coffee and tea house with over 60 varieties.12 China Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EXt • 01524 65470- w • www.thecoffeehopper.com

TODDS OF KENDALThe Lake District’s largest retailer of country wear and equestrian clothing and supplies.Bridle Nook, Mintsfeet Road North, Kendal, LA9 6LZt • 01539 724311

ASSEMBLY ROOMS MARKETIndoor Market and cafe - Vintage Clothing, costume hire, tv/film memorabilia, hobby supplies & more.King Street, Lancaster t • 01524 414251 - w • www.lancaster.gov.uk

CHARTER MARKETA traditional, twice weekly bustling street market at the heart of Lancaster city centre.Market Square, Market Street & Cheapside, Lancaster, LA1 1XDt • 01524 414251 w • www.lancaster.gov.uk/chartermarket

SILVER TREE JEWELLERYExtensive range of jewellery includes our Pandora shop-in-shop.67 Penny Street, Lancaster, LA1 1XFt • 01524 847100 - w • www.silvertreejewellery.co.uk

Lancaster Town Centre

18 Church Street, Lancaster, LA1 1NPTeL: 01524 841488“A little piece of New York in Lancaster”

Vegan options, wheat/gluten free availableHome made soups, sandwiches and

smoothies from locally sourced produce

Open 7 days a week - 11am - 4pm

Vegan options, gluten free availableHome made soups, sandwiches and

smoothies from locally sourced produce Outside catering

Open: Mon-Sat 11am-4pm Sun 11:30am-4pm

@soupanovasoups

£5 off lane hire after 6pm with this voucher!

*

*Subject to availability. House Rules Apply.

01524 400974 www.super-bowl.co.ukMorecambe Superbowl, Central Drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DW

01524 425404 280 Marine Road Central, Morecambe, LA5 4BY,

A traditional covered market with more than 100 stalls and just a stroll away from Morecambe’s glorious promenade.

Open Tues, Thurs, Sat & Sun(9am - 4.30pm)

www.lancaster.gov.uk/festivalmarket

MORECAMBE’S No1FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE

CASH CASINOWITH LOYALTY CARDS AND BONUS FEATURES

£££££££££££

KIDS EAT FREE 3-6pm EVERYDAY*

MARINE ROAD CENTRAL01524 424212

*One child eats free for every full paying adult meal

KIDS! Save your tickets and Win Awesome Prizes in the Kiddies Game Area!

MEXICAN NIGHT

OUR NEWEST FIESTA OF FLAVOURfrom 5pm

L A N C A S T E RC O M E D Y C L U BE V E R Y S U N D A Y

£7 in advance / £9 on the doormain course & comedy ticket £12

mention our ‘things to do’ advert & get the comedy meal deal for £10

3 Dalton Square, Lancaster LA1 1PP www.theboroughlancaster.co.uk | Tel: 01524 64170

8pm in the drawing room at the borough

all acts are subject to change

John Bishop

John ThomsonJustin Moorhouse Tom Stade

Boy With Tape On His Face

Imran YusufIvan Brackenbury Gary Delaney

Ian D Montfort

including acts fromMichael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow,

Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Mock The Week, Tramadol Nights, Father Ted & Phoenix Nights!