Lancashire & The Local Area
Welcome to Lancashire
Offering a tantalising glimpse into a county of contrasting landscapes, diverse heritage and plentiful food and drink, covering 3,075 km2 of England’s North West.
There is something for everyone, with countryside, canals, coast and towns . Enjoy stunning views, quiet lanes, rare wildlife and our famous Lancashire coastline. There is the unique, wildlife rich Morecambe Bay in the north to the flat and fertile coastal plains around Ormskirk and the Ribble Estuary.
The world-famous seaside town of Blackpool with its iconic Tower in the west to the undulating fells and moorland of the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the famous Pendle Hill in the east, visitors to Lancashire are truly spoilt!
We have a packed year-round events calendar here in Lancashire. Enjoy award-winning music and food festivals, concerts in castles or stately homes.
Take part in one of the UK’s biggest free walking festivals in Pendle, the UK’s largest walkabout theatre in England’s historic city of Lancaster, or ride the UK’s first double launch coaster ICON at Blackpool Pleasure Beach!!
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Places to Eat & Drink
Pipers Restaurant Garstang - One of Tom & Rebecca's fave's for a date night!
If you are looking for sublime food and great wine then you’ve come to the right place here at Pipers we offer the best food and wine in the area with bistro style www.pipersrestaurant.co.uk
The Royal Oak, Garstang - Perfect for families!
Great pub food, excellent menu, great for families and couples. Traditional setting, highly recommend!
www.royaloakgarstang.co.uk
Guys Thatched Hamlet
You will find Guy’s Eating Establishment and pizzeria nestling next to the atmospheric ‘Owd Nell’s Tavern, Guy’s Lodge and School House Square with its craft shop, and what’s more you can take a stroll alongside the canal to get there and enjoy their fine ale selectionwww.guysthatchedhamlet.co.uk
Turners Fish and Chips
The best fish and chips in the area are just down the road in Bilsborrow and they also deliver to Orchard Glamping! Order Online - www.turnersfishandchips.co.uk
The Brockholes Arms and Pub Restaurant - walking distance from the pods and great for families - PETS ALSO WELCOME!
An independent, family & dog friendly pub serving homemade British pub food, quality beer and a warm Lancashire welcome. We have a large beer garden and a garden courtyard, perfect for al fresco dining. There are weekly events to attend such as live music and a weekly pub quiz! Just a 15 minute walk from the pods!!
www.brockholesarms.co.uk
Bowland and Bay Tours - Artisan Food Adventure - HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
Lancashire and Cumbrian artisan food tours, with guide and local lass Katie. Book Bowland & Bay for half and full day tours, includes 6-8 food & drink experiences.
Perfect for special occasions, all year round, taking up to 8 guests (ages 12+). Relax and enjoy the stunning landscape, whilst being chauffeur driven in our luxury Mercedes Benz Tourer.
Discover local legends and meet the countryside’s finest artisans making cheese and ice cream at the farm, freshly made bakes & comfort classics. Visit barn micro-brewers, gin distillers and coaching inn chef specialities on full day tours.
Reconnect on the new foodie eco-escape, making memories for all the senses.
www.bowlandandbay.co.uk
Rosy Goat Lancashire made Artisan Ice Cream - BECAUSE WHO DOESNT LOVE ICE CREAM?!
From milking the goats to churning the ice cream, it all takes place on our farm near Inglewhite in the Lancashire countryside, using the best milk from our herd of dairy goats. Visit the Ice Cream Farm every Saturday & Sunday.
www.rosygoat.co.uk
The Great Outdoors
The Forest of Bowland
In the Forest of Bowland there are so many things to discover: wild, remote fells and gentle, riverside rambles; fascinating wildlife and intriguing heritage; welcoming villages and mouth watering local produce.
The Forest of Bowland was designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1964 and provides some of the most peaceful and remote walking , cycling , wildlife-watching and star-gazing in the country. Explore some of the many unique villages steeped in history, while away your time observing some of the rare and enigmatic birds and wildlife , or simply indulge in afternoon tea in some fantastic cafes, tearooms and inns.
Garstang and the surrounding areas boasts fantastic walking routes along canals, across hills and through picturesque villages. For some great ideas visit www.forestofbowland.com/walking
The Crumbly Lancashire Cheese Trail
This walk takes you right past Orchard Glamping so guests can jump on the trail. It takes approx 3 hrs being 6 miles long. Following the River Wyre and historic canal whilst circumnavigating Dew Lay, our local cheese makers which has a lovely factory shop to visit and purchase the produce!http://www.discoverwyre.co.uk/things-to-do/crumbly-lancashire-cheese-trail-p583770
Places to Visit
Barton Grange & The Flower bowl
Extensive Garden Centre and entertainment complex with Curling Rink, Cinema, Crazy Golf & Cocktailswww.bartongrange.co.uk
Williamson Park, Lancaster - Tom & Rebecca got married here and took the Four in a bed guests here too!!
Williamson Park just up the road in Lancaster is set in 54 acres of gorgeous open spaces and woodland and boasts mini zoo, butterfly house, 2 play areas and lots more to do including fantastic food and ice creams not forgetting the magnificent Ashton Memorialwww.lancaster.gov.uk/sites/williamson-park
Billy Bobs Parlour, Diner and Play - Great for Rainy Days and keeping the kids entertained!!
Myerscough offers a hearty welcome, unitin’ families in snug dining booths, and dishing out home-cooked meals inspired by the best in Stateside cooking. And we’ve got some mighty fine dining spaces – think baseball-themed seating, tables on the iconic Coke Truck or American School Bus, or get ready to yell “Yee Haw” in the Honkey Tonk, the whole joint is set amidst toe-tappin’ tunes and genuine nostalgic decor plucked straight from the 1950’s.
Plus, at Myerscough, we’ve added the extra perk of dedicated Parlour seating. Swing by any old time to slurp down a legendary milkshake, savour a stack of fluffy American pancakes, dive into a decadent Sundae, take your pick from a plethora of exciting ice cream flavors, and savor hand-pulled sodas and floats straight from the authentic Chicago Soda Fountain.
www.billybobsparlour.com
Wild Fox Distillery - 'Chin Chin!!'
THURSDAY GIN TASTINGS AND DISTILLERY TOUR EVENINGS Based in the warm and welcoming distillery every second Thursday of the month 7pm-9pm we host a gin tasting.
Upon arrival you will be greeted and seated by one of our team, Dawn, Lizzie or Rob or if you are really lucky all 3 of us! They will keep seating arrangements to no more than 6 people per table so you can enjoy a relaxed and informal evening, or if you are attending as part of a larger group don’t worry, we will accommodate your requirements.
At your place you will have your 6 double gins ready to ice & tonic together with expert tasting notes that will guide you through each sip, water & neutral biscuits to cleanse your palate, you will then be led through a farm to bottle journey by one of our distillers explaining exactly how the gin right in front of you has been crafted, whilst also sharing our story and wander table by table to chat to you all individually so you are able to ask however many questions you like!
Food Truck Fridays
At least one Friday per month Wild Fox welcome our resident chef, Chris Smith from Northern Fire & Grill to bring his culinary delights to our distillery!
The vibe is chilled, great craic, great music, great drinks and top-notch grub! An informal sociable evening running from opening at 12noon – 10pm. Food served from 5.30 -8.30pm. No bookings. All Welcome
www.wildfoxdistillery.co.uk
