It's a town full of firsts: taller, faster roller coasters, bigger clubs, even the biggest mirror..
Lancaster InformationBuilt on a site first fortified in Roman times, the superbly preserved medieval castle is just part..
North York Moors InformationThe North York Moors is a very special place. Where else can you find stunning purple heather..
Bolton InformationChoose Bolton for culture and countryside, history and heritage, accommodation and attractions..
Salford InformationIndustrial city close to Manchester with Roman Catholic cathedral and university. LS Lowry often..
Oldham InformationLarge important textile town boosted in 19th century by Arkwright's spinning frame and Watt's steam..
Worsley InformationThe picturesque village of Worsley is one of the most important and historic visiting points for..
Blackburn InformationBlackburn has avibrant town centre set in the heart of Lancashire's Hill Country. Located at the..
Burnley InformationWhere can you relive the reign of one of Britain's most important 'kings'? In Burnley, where the..
Preston InformationPreston's history dates back to the doomsday book and a simple walk around this now modern vibrant..
Wigan InformationFor most, the name Wigan conjures up thought of coal or cobbles. The reality is that the Wigan of..
Chorley InformationWhere did Shakespeare begin his working life? At Hoghton Tower near Chorley, the 16th century home..
Rochdale InformationA Pennine mill town made prosperous by wool and later cotton spinning, famous for the Co-operative..
See all locations in LancashireAn area of outstanding countryside and expanse of moorland including part of the Peak District National Park.The picturesque stone-built villages of Saddleworth are peppered with old mill buildings and possess a unique Pennine character. The superb scenery of Saddleworth Moor provides an ideal backdrop for walking and outdoor pursuits. Saddleworth is home to the famous Saddleworth Brass Band contest.
The newly-restored Huddersfield narrow canal passes through the Saddleworth countryside before entering the Pennines via the 3-mile long Standedge tunnel.
For all its current peaceful nature, Northumberland has a turbulent past evidenced by its flush of..
Cumbria The Lake District InformationFrom 16 sparkling lakes and England's highest mountains, to sheltered valleys, heather moorlands..
Liverpool InformationLiverpool - discover a city of culture Learn everything about Liverpool from its historic landmarks..
Greater Manchester InformationManchester is a unique city, described as original, edgy and happening the city in the north of..
Manchester InformationA cool, contemporary metropolisManchester, in England's North Country, is one of Britain's coolest..
York InformationYork - a modern Viking city. Learn everything about York from its historic landmarks like York..
West Yorkshire InformationWest Yorkshire takes in the city of Leeds and the Calder Valley and southern Penine Hills...
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