10 award-winning places to visit in Lancashire

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Did you know that Saltburn Cliff Tramway is the oldest operating water-balance cliff lift in the United Kingdom 😲 ? Constructed in 1884, the Tramway was built to encourage Victorian travellers to visit Saltburn Pier, which sits at the top of a rather steep hill. Running up an epic cliff side, the tramway provides access to the blissful seafront 🌊 from the town. With its unrivalled views, it’s worth a ride – its 150,000 annual users certainly...

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Serving pints since 1770 🍻, The Cricketers is one of the oldest pubs in Richmond. Situated right on The Green, it’s a small traditional pub that serves traditional English food 🍴, real ales and hosts an epic weekly pub quiz. An ideal spot for a sunny day or to catch a cricket match 🏏, the pub welcomes locals and visitors alike to enjoy its idyllic setting while sipping on a refreshing pint. After a day of exploring Richmond, catch a sports...

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We’re loving this summer feels this pic by @richimal_bristol is giving us 😍. These colourful huts line the beach in Brighton and Hove, adding a pop of colour to an already vibrant city🌈. Locals use these huts to store water sports equipment, host BBQs and as a prime viewing spot to soak in the city’s gorgeous beach front. You can hire these multi-coloured pods for the day if you fancy injecting a bit of colour into your seaside break. Wander...

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Did you know that Robin Hood’s Bay was used as a filming locations for the 2017 film “Phantom Thread” and 2008’s “Wild Child” 🎥? A small fishing village located within the North York Moors National Park, Robin Hood’s Bay is often considered as Yorkshire's coastline at its most raw and elemental. A place of unrivalled Yorkshire beauty👌, it rocks for any geology fans as it’s one of the best spots in the UK to find fossil! Ride horses along the...

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Rain, rain, go away. 💧 Founded in the 7th century, Bath Abbey is a Grade I listed building due to its magnificent stained-glass windows, 👌🏽columns of honey-gold stone and some of the finest fan vaulting in the world, creating a unique light and space experience. Visitors are welcome to enjoy a tour of the church ⛪️ and join one of the many services that take place through the week. Wander around this magical ✨ building, soak up the history and...

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We’re blown away by this snap of Chesterton Windmill. 💨The17th-century cylindrical stone tower windmill is located just outside the village of Chesterton in Warwickshire. A Grade I listed building, it was built around 1632-1633 out of hard local limestone, with sandstone detailing 👌🏽The mill tower stands at an impressive 36 feet (11m) tall and acts as the perfect accent set against the rolling hills of Chesterton. Wandering around this...

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A bustling public house 🍻, The Old Bank of England sits comfortably in the spot where the City of London meets the City of Westminster. Constructed on a corner site in 1886 by Sir Arthur Blomfield, it is now a Grade II 👌🏽 listed building, decorated with three large chandeliers and a detailed plaster ceiling. Now an iconic London pub, the Bank of England once occupied the building from 1888 to 1975 before it was refurbished and put to its...

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We love this snap by @kellyprincewright 😍 One of the oldest shopping 👜 streets in Europe, many of the beautiful buildings date back to the late fourteenth and fifteenth centuries. Wander down the winding streets and you’ll discover boutiques, cafes and even a magic stores! No trip to York is complete without a visit to this iconic shopping area so grab a coffee, have a browse and pick up a little gift to remember your trip 👌🏽 📷 : ...