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Lancaster
Although its history dates thousands of years, Lancaster's heyday was the Georgian era when it was an important port. The city's main draw is the castle and other attractions include the City and Maritime Museums.
Practical information
Lancaster Tourist Information Centre
29 Castle Hill, Lancaster
Tel (01524) 32878
Website www.visitlancaster.co.uk
Open Apr-Sep Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
Coming & going
BUS & COACH
Stagecoach operate buses in Lancashire and neighbouring counties and National Express run coaches from Lancaster to Birmingham, Glasgow, London and Preston.
TRAIN
Lancaster is on the main west coast rail line and is served by several train companies including First TransPennine Express, Northern and Virgin Trains.
Local transport
Stagecoach also runs local buses in the Lancaster and Morecambe area. The Lancaster and Morecambe Dayrider ticket costs £4.10 and is good for unlimited travel on Stagecoach buses in the Lancaster and Morecambe area.
Sightseeing, museums & tourist attractions
Lancaster Castle
One of England's best-preserved castles is also one of Europe's longest running prisons. It houses an historic courthouse where the Lancashire Witches were tried in addition to many convicts that were subsequently transported to Australia.
Shire Hall, Castle Parade, Lancaster
Tel (01524) 64998
Website www.lancastercastle.com
Admission £5 (£4 students)
Open 10am-5pm daily
Lancaster City Museum
This museum in Lancaster's former town hall has exhibits detailing the city's history with artefacts from the Neolithic age to the present day.
Market Square, Lancaster
Tel (01524) 64637
Website www.lancsmuseums.gov.uk
Admission free
Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
Lancaster Maritime Museum
This museum has exhibits relating to Lancaster's maritime history including the history of the port and Lancaster Canal, the maritime trade and the fishing industry.
Customs House, St George's Quay, Lancaster
Tel (01524) 64637
Website www.lancsmuseums.gov.uk
Admission £3
Open Jan-Easter 12.30pm-4pm daily; Easter-Oct 11am-5pm daily; Nov-Dec 12.30pm-4pm daily
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