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Six Arches, near the River Wye, Scorton, Lancashire

Scorton

(3.6 miles, 5.8 km, direction S)

The picturesque village of Scorton lies to the west of the Bowland Forest beneath the shadow of Calder Fell, in an area much famed for its sparkling streams, fells and forest glades inhabited by wildlife...

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Lancaster skyline from Williamson Park

Lancaster

(4.4 miles, 7.1 km, direction N)

This is a city which long ago lost it's grim clogs and mill image to give way to a fast growing city with a fine reputation as a centre of commerce and culture where bright, modern University buildings sit comfortably with Lancaster's historic areas...

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Low tide on the Morecambe Bay

Morecambe

(6.9 miles, 11.0 km, direction NW)

Morecambe has always been one of the most popular and successful seaside resorts in England. It has one of the most spectacular views in England. Looking from the promenade the.....

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Halton

(6.9 miles, 11.2 km, direction N)

This is a peaceful hillside village beside the picturesque River Lune. It has rising, winding streets with a delightful mix-match of cottages hiding behind old grey-stone walls...

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Narrow boats on the canal at Hest Bank, Lancashire.

Hest Bank

(7.3 miles, 11.8 km, direction N)

Hest Bank makes an interesting alternative to crowded Morecambe, it is ideal as a base for touring coast and the old cotton towns of Lancashire...

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Fleetwood Outlet Village, Fleetwood in Lancashire.

Fleetwood

(11.0 miles, 17.7 km, direction SW)

Fleetwood was once famous as a fishing port, but now it is more likely the visitor will see yachts and leisure boats lined up at the pretty quayside...

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Carriage Ride

Hornby

(11.1 miles, 17.8 km, direction NE)

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Bluebell Woods, Capernwray, Lancs

Capernwray

(11.2 miles, 18.1 km, direction N)

There is a lovely timeless atmosphere surrounding this old Lancashire village, maybe this is caused by the gracious properties hidden amongst the leafy lanes of the area...

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Chipping

Chipping

(11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction SE)

Winner of Britain in Bloom in 2009, and RHS Tourism and Gold achievement awards, Chipping is a charming village located above a fast flowing stream at the edge of the Bowland forest. Its character can be seen in its ancient cobbled streets and lovely 17th century properties...

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St. Oswald's Church, Warton (near Carnforth, Lancs.)

Warton

(11.4 miles, 18.3 km, direction N)

Warton is a pleasant village to visit. Interestingly, it is in a site considered to be of special scientific interest, quite possibly the home of early man...

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Lune River Lighthouse

(2.6 miles, 4.2 km, direction NW)

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Ashton Memorial in Lancaster

Ashton Memorial

(4.4 miles, 7.1 km, direction N)

The Ashton Memorial with its green dome, overlooks the City from Williamson Park. It forms a famous Classical landmark and was.....

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Lancaster Cathedral at sunset 2005

Lancaster Cathedral

(4.4 miles, 7.1 km, direction N)

This may not be as old as other English cathedral churches, but with its soaring spire reaching to a height of 240 feet and a.....

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Lancaster Castle, Lancaster, Lancashire.

Lancaster Castle

(4.6 miles, 7.4 km, direction N)

Dominating the skyline of the town, Lancaster Castle is of the best-preserved castles in England. This Castle is still used as a.....

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Brock Bottoms

Brock Bottoms

(8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction SE)

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Fleetwood Museum, Fleetwood, Lancashire

Fleetwood Museum

(9.4 miles, 15.2 km, direction SW)

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Beacon Fell Country Park, Lancashire

Beacon Fell Country Park

(9.9 miles, 16.0 km, direction SE)

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Warton Rectory, Lancashire

Warton Old Rectory

(11.1 miles, 17.8 km, direction N)

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Hornby Castle

Hornby Castle

(11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction NE)

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Forest of Bowland, Lancashire

Forest of Bowland

(12.3 miles, 19.7 km, direction E)

This high region of grouse moor and high fells crossed with deep narrow valley's was once a hunting ground of Saxon King's. It.....

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