Traditional Lancashire by Sail and Rail

It’s all about tradition for this Lancashire tour – from the local delicacy of afternoon tea in the food capital of the North – the Ribble Valley, leisurely cruise along the spectacularly engineered Leeds Liverpool canal route complete with two-course lunch and a steam heritage railway journey through the picturesque Pennine countryside.   

With visits to splendid Samlesbury Hall and the former weaving mill of Oswaldtwistle Mills, discover the textile heritage of this beautiful region and enjoy an insight to traditional life in Lancashire.

Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel Spa, Clayton le Moors****

Built over 700 years ago, the original turret, wood panelled rooms and porticoes evoke memories of a bygone age. However, its modern facilities and furnishings provide guests with great comfort. There is an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fitness suite.  All the bedrooms have hairdryer, tea/coffee facilities and TV. A lift services some rooms.

PRICE INCLUDES

Door to door pick up service

Elite coach travel

4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast

3-hour circular canal cruise including two-course lunch

East Lancashire Railway single journey Bury – Rawtenstall

Guided tour at Samlesbury Hall

Step-on guided tour of Ribble Valley

Afternoon tea at Oswaldtwistle Mills

5 days/ 4 nights

Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel Spa, Clayton le Moors****

Built over 700 years ago, the original turret, wood panelled rooms and porticoes evoke memories of a bygone age. However, its modern facilities and furnishings provide guests with great comfort. There is an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fitness suite.  All the bedrooms have hairdryer, tea/coffee facilities and TV. A lift services some rooms.