Lancashire: By Canal, By Rail

Relaxation; it’s everywhere. Is it steam that helps you unwind? Meandering down a canal maybe? Or relaxing in a spa? Lancashire has it all, oh and did we forget to mention its plentiful history and culture waiting to be discovered?

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Nothing quite soothes the soul like great history and major achievements.

We’ll travel to Lancashire where we’ll ind our hotel and with great facilities it really boasts a gentle atmosphere.

Arrival marks the start of you making great discoveries as we head to Samlesbury Hall, a stately home decorated from top to bottom in crosses.

Indulge in a two course meal whilst meandering down a canal on an alluring narrow boat cruise.

Enjoy a ride on the East Lancashire Steam Railway observing every little beauty this steam train boasts whilst watching the landscape fly by outside your window.

Head to Bury and unwind at this homely market town, unearthing lots of little treasures, from timeless antiques to organic produce.

Continue to the Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre, filled with information from the TV personality Fred Dibnah and his love of machinery.

Enjoy a scenic drive through Ribble Valley stopping at Oswaldtwistle Mills, Garden Centre, Textile and Heritage Museum ending up at the Gawthorpe Hall standing tall and proud.

What’s included in this Diamond Tour…

• Guided visit of Samlesbury Hall.

• Narrow boat cruise with a two course lunch.

• A ride on the East Lancashire Steam Railway.

• Excursions as detailed.

• Entrance to the Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre.

• Drive through Ribble Valley stopping at Oswaldtwistle Mills shopping village and garden centre, Textile and Heritage Museum.

• Entrance to Gawthorpe Hall.

• 4 nights hotel stay on half board.

• Door-to-door travel

Hallmark Hotel

Preston****

With a spa, steam room, indoor sauna and Jacuzzi as well as comfy rooms and an excellent dining experience, there’s nothing stopping you from trulyunwinding.

The hotel doesn’t feature a lift, but ground floor rooms are available on request

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