Bewitching Lancashire

Day 1

We depart the local area with a break for lunch, arriving at our hotel late afternoon. The 4* Mercure Dunkenhalgh is a historic hotel mixing the grandeur of a 700-year-old building with modern facilities.

Day 2

This morning we embark on a spellbinding guided tour to discover the chilling story of the Pendle Witches, the most famous witch trials in English history. The Pendle Witch Experience brings their history to life as we retrace their steps throughout this wild and unspoilt area which has changed little in 400 years. This afternoon we enjoy a guided tour Samlesbury Hall one of the most stunning stately homes of Lancashire. This fabulous half-timbered black and white medieval house, built in 1325 as a family home, is really brought to life by our guide.

Day 3

This morning we visit Leighton Hall, a romantic Gothic stately house surrounded by magnificent rolling parkland, and the ancestral home of the furniture making Gillow family. You will be made to feel like part of the family as we explore the splendid rooms and collections of furniture and artefacts during the guided tour of the house. This afternoon we board a Lancaster Canal Cruise along the Lune Aqueduct, with its 5 majestic stone arches. A cream tea is served during the cruise.

Day 4

Today we enjoy a colourful visit to RHS Bridgewater. This beautiful garden opened in 2020 and was designed by world famous landscape designer Tom Stuart-Smith. Amongst the highlights, we can enjoy an oasis of calm in the Paradise Garden, the Chinese inspired four season themed Streamside Garden and the fabulous Orchard Garden.

Day 5

We depart this morning with a break for lunch, returning home late afternoon.

D=Dinner, B=Breakfast, C=Cream Tea