Things to do around Lancaster?

supergran2007

Hi
OH & I will be visiting Lancaster over the weekend of 16th / 17th July.
Can anyone please advise on places to go , or if there are any 'country fair' type events happening on this weekend?
We are mobile , so transport not a problem.
We will be staying in the centre of Lancaster, so any good places to eat recommendations would also be appreciated!

Many thanks in advance for any suggestions!!:)

greenface

Theres a good restraunt on the A6 just outside Lancaster called the Keys in Slyne http://www.thekeyslancaster.co.uk/ a good direction for a day out as its on way to the lakes carnforth even backwards into Morecambe Dont know central Lancaster too well but its a very nice town with nice people

supergran2007

greenface wrote: »

Theres a good restraunt on the A6 just outside Lancaster called the Keys in Slyne http://www.thekeyslancaster.co.uk/ a good direction for a day out as its on way to the lakes carnforth even backwards into Morecambe Dont know central Lancaster too well but its a very nice town with nice people

Many thanks for taking the time to reply.
Just had a look at the menu, ( followed your link!)
Looks delicious!!

Thanks again!!:beer:

Sunflower1227

Hi, here are a couple of links hope they help

http://www.lancashire.gov.uk/acs/sites/museums/venues/lanc-castle/index.asp?siteid=3776&pageid=12969&e=e

http://www.lancashire.gov.uk/acs/sites/museums/venues/judges/index.asp?siteid=3775&pageid=12960&e=e

http://www.wildanimalpark.co.uk/

There is an Indian resturant in Bolton le Sands, looks a bit grotty from the outside but food is fantastic.

PompeyPete

Which hotel are you staying at?
Which exit do you plan using on the M6, 33 (5 miles south) or 34 (2 miles north)?
I ask because Lancaster can be a one-way nightmare, and if you miss a turn-off then you'll probably have to do another loop of the city!

Lancaster's city centre is mainly pedestrianised, it's not too big and so easy to walk round.
Lancaster Castle is very close, and has guided tours.
There is a good (though it used to be a lot better) free museum in Market Square.
The River Lune is practically in town. A walk along the Quay will soon bring you to 3 pubs, 2 of which overlook the the river. Between those pubs is Lancaster's Maritime Museum, which isn't free but well worth a visit.
In town there are loads of pubs, cafes and restaurants.
Williamson's Park on a the hill to the East of town is a lovely place to wander round. The memorial ( great big dome thingy) is a major landmark, and you can see it from miles around.
Don't forget Morecambe either. Parts of it aren't too easy on the eye, but the promenade is wonderful. It's wide, and 5 miles long. The views out to the Bay and Lakeland Hills are glorious. The vista changes as the weather changes. Along the central prom you'll come across Eric Morecambe's statue, it's the next most photographed statue in the country after Nelson's Column! Closeby,is the art decor Midland Hotel, you can't miss it. Pop in for afternoon tea!
Across from Eric's statue is my favourite pub, The Tivoli. It's usually populated by folk who visited Morecambe for a few days but never left.

If you are in the area for a few days it might be worthwhile buying the A-Z map of the area. It's about £4 and most newsagents in town will sell it.
The Tourist Information is in a building opposite but a bit further up from the Royal Kings Arms Hotel, which is another famous old Lancaster landmark.

supergran2007

PompeyPete wrote: »

Which hotel are you staying at?
Which exit do you plan using on the M6, 33 (5 miles south) or 34 (2 miles north)?
I ask because Lancaster can be a one-way nightmare, and if you miss a turn-off then you'll probably have to do another loop of the city!

Lancaster's city centre is mainly pedestrianised, it's not too big and so easy to walk round.
Lancaster Castle is very close, and has guided tours.
There is a good (though it used to be a lot better) free museum in Market Square.
The River Lune is practically in town. A walk along the Quay will soon bring you to 3 pubs, 2 of which overlook the the river. Between those pubs is Lancaster's Maritime Museum, which isn't free but well worth a visit.
In town there are loads of pubs, cafes and restaurants.
Williamson's Park on a the hill to the East of town is a lovely place to wander round. The memorial ( great big dome thingy) is a major landmark, and you can see it from miles around.
Don't forget Morecambe either. Parts of it aren't too easy on the eye, but the promenade is wonderful. It's wide, and 5 miles long. The views out to the Bay and Lakeland Hills are glorious. The vista changes as the weather changes. Along the central prom you'll come across Eric Morecambe's statue, it's the next most photographed statue in the country after Nelson's Column! Closeby,is the art decor Midland Hotel, you can't miss it. Pop in for afternoon tea!
Across from Eric's statue is my favourite pub, The Tivoli. It's usually populated by folk who visited Morecambe for a few days but never left.

If you are in the area for a few days it might be worthwhile buying the A-Z map of the area. It's about £4 and most newsagents in town will sell it.
The Tourist Information is in a building opposite but a bit further up from the Royal Kings Arms Hotel, which is another famous old Lancaster landmark.

Hi
PompeyPete : my sincere apologies for not getting back to you sooner!!

We are travelling form the north, and staying in the newly opened Travelodge in the centre of town ( great £10 rooms deal!!)
OH is in charge of driving duties ( he's a driver by profession).
I'm not allowed near a map book since i kept turning it upside down!! It drives him crazy!!
Thanks for the advice though, i will pass it on.
I love the sound of the pubs by the river, just hope we get the weather to make the most of them!!
Thank you very very much for all your help, it is much appreciated.:beer:

PompeyPete

supergran2007 wrote: »

We are travelling form the north, and staying in the newly opened Travelodge in the centre of town ( great £10 rooms deal!!)
OH is in charge of driving duties ( he's a driver by profession).
I'm not allowed near a map book since i kept turning it upside down!! It drives him crazy!!
Thanks for the advice though, i will pass it on.
I love the sound of the pubs by the river, just hope we get the weather to make the most of them!!
Thank you very very much for all your help, it is much appreciated.

The new Travelodge is built on the site of the old art decor Odeon Cinema. How dare they?;)
As I mentioned Lancaster has a very busy one-way traffic system. The obvious motorway exit for you exit 34. But if you are arriving during the day I reckon you could be in slow-moving traffic practically all the way round the one-way system until you get to the hotel
If I were you, I'd continue onto exit 33. You'll then drive back along the A6 into Lancaster, and have less than 400 yards on the one-way system and the hotel is on your right.
BUT I've noticed that the hotel has no parking. During the day (other than a Sunday) that will cause you a problem! There aren't any free car parks in Lancaster, and every single one gets full very quickly during the day. Parking on the streets during the day is impossible, but should be alright after about 1800.
I'll try and find out a bit more info and get back to you.

supergran2007

PompeyPete wrote: »

The new Travelodge is built on the site of the old art decor Odeon Cinema. How dare they?;)
As I mentioned Lancaster has a very busy one-way traffic system. The obvious motorway exit for you exit 34. But if you are arriving during the day I reckon you could be in slow-moving traffic practically all the way round the one-way system until you get to the hotel
If I were you, I'd continue onto exit 33. You'll then drive back along the A6 into Lancaster, and have less than 400 yards on the one-way system and the hotel is on your right.
BUT I've noticed that the hotel has no parking. During the day (other than a Sunday) that will cause you a problem! There aren't any free car parks in Lancaster, and every single one gets full very quickly during the day. Parking on the streets during the day is impossible, but should be alright after about 1800.
I'll try and find out a bit more info and get back to you.

Many many thanks for that, you are a star!!!

PompeyPete

I don't think you'll do much better than this...

http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g187064-d2048396-Reviews-Travelodge_Lancaster_Central_Hotel-Lancaster_Lancashire_England.html

...Open up the reviews. The parking info on the 4th and 5th reviews are both worth considering, and probably your best bet. But there's also plenty of other good non-parking related stuff.

I wouldn't worry too much about any of the negatives.

boniespook_2

hi
I spent 6 weeks in Lancaster on university placement and have been back to Morecambe on holiday to visit family.

I would recommend Morecambe for a visit, there is a market on a sunday, just your usual type not a country market (if I remember rightly) and the indoor market has some funky stalls (or used to). There is also Happy Mount park in north morecambe if you fancy a walk, pitch and putt and suchlike. They often have the brass bands playing at the weekend. South of Morecambe is Heysham villiage. Its a quaint windy street place, with amazing beach and views. Also worth a visit if there is a market is Garstang just south of Lancaster. Its very pretty with nice little shops.

In Lancaster there are two pubs on the canal we used to go to. The water witch had an iced cider which is fab on a sunny day, and the white cross. Both had nice food. There are often live bands on at a few of the pubs at the weekend if thats your thing.

to find out about markets you would be best to phone the tourist information. hope you enjoy your holiday.

bluebeary

just back from lancaster a week ago, its lovely, youve got the museum in the market square, the priory and castle, best to find out what time the guided tours are, the maritime museum, lovely wee town with quaint little streets

morecambe is lovely too, bowling and multiplex cinema

the tern project at the seafront with the eric statue