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Lancashire Holiday Cottages

The county of Lancashire boasts 60 miles of sandy beaches. Popular resorts such as Morecombe, Lytham St Anne's and Blackpool can be found on its majestic coast and attract millions of visitors each year. Blackpool's 518-ft tower is a national treasure and perhaps the most recognisable symbol of the North. See below for more details about Lancashire holiday cottages to rent.

Beyond the lights of the Golden Mile and further inland, the Lancashire landscape consists largely of wild moor-land and rugged green valleys. A large collection of trails and paths wind through this AONB designated countryside beginning from country villages such as Slaidburn and Sawley.

Small fishing towns like Fleetwood and Halton offer a contrast to the hustle and bustle of the busy resort towns. Halton has a 15th century church with Roman altar and is within walking distance of the beautiful wooded valley, the Crook of Lune. There are plenty of similar towns and villages found dotted around Lancashire that provide a means of escaping the busier cities and towns found in Lancashire.

Towns like Manchester, one of the UK's major cities, is also a major attraction for a variety of reasons. The gothic Manchester Cathedral is one of the city's showpieces and dates back to the 15th century. Other places of interest include The Central Library and The City art gallery. For further information about renting holiday cottages in Lancashire visit the Cottages 4 You link provided.

Ellen's Cottage - Lancashire Holiday Cottages From Cottages 4 You
Set in the foothills of the Pennines, this Lancashire holiday cottage is conveniently placed for easy access to the Dales and Lakes and is only 12 miles from the centre of Manchester. As part of a 40 acre conversation area, Ellen's Cottage still has many of its original features including oak beams and stone mullioned windows. Sleeps 2. Our featured rental company includes a good selection of Lancashire cottages. See Cottages 4 You for more self catering accommodation in Lancashire.

Lancashire self catering attractions

See below for our summary of attractions and activities in Lancashire. The list includes theme parks, nightclubs as well as cultural and historical sites of interest. There is plenty for you to see and do while on your Lancashire holiday cottages break.

Lancashire Outdoor Activities
The Camelot Theme Park near Chorley is suitable for all ages and consists of roller-coaster rides and medieval themed shows. Admission is £19 for adults and children, with free entry for kids under 1 metre. The 85 acre Beacon Fell Country Park, offers a more sedate day-out and affords some fine views of the Lancashire Plain - picnic areas are also included with good parking.

Food drink and entertainment in Lancashire
With over 500 licensed premises, Manchester's nightlife is possibly the best in Lancashire. Notable clubs include Sankeys and the Mint Lounge. The Manchester Academy is a popular live venue and hosts a wide range of up-coming and big name artists. The Blackpool Grand Theatre is also worth a visit and plays venue for a number of sell-out shows and concerts.

History and Culture
The 1000 year old Lancaster Castle is a major historical site and is superbly well-preserved. Its open daily with guided tours available every 30 minutes. Admissions is £5 for adults and £4 for children. The award-winning Lancaster Maritime Museum is another must-see and exhibits marine artifacts from Lancaster's past. It is open daily.