3 Best Landmarks in Lancaster

“Lancaster Castle is one of the fascinating historical landmarks in Lancaster, United Kingdom. The castle's origin dates back almost 1,000 years. The castle is a grade 1 listed building that occupies a city-centre hilltop location on the site of three successive Roman forts. Lancaster Castle offers a fascinating glimpse into England's dark past through guided tours. The Castle shows a revealing insight into the nation's changing attitudes towards crime in general and religious and cultural beliefs over the centuries. The Lancaster Castle also has a program of special events throughout the year.”

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“Ashton Memorial is home to 54 acres of beautiful parkland in Lancaster, UK. The Memorial has enchanting woodland walks, play areas, and breathtaking views of the Fylde Coast, Morecambe Bay, and the Lake District fells and mountains. The Grade 1 listed Ashton Memorial was built by Lancaster businessman Lord Ashton to honor his late wife, Jessy. The memorial was designed by John Belcher and completed in 1909. The primary construction material is Portland stone, although the steps are made of Cornish granite. The first-floor outdoor viewing gallery shows superb views of the surrounding countryside and across Morecambe Bay to the Lakeland fells and mountains.”

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“Lancaster Town Hall is a municipal building in Dalton Square, Lancaster, England. The hall is a Grade II listed building. Lord Ashton opened Lancaster Town Hall in Dalton Square on the 27th of December, 1909. The project took three years to build, and engaged Lancaster furniture manufacturers Waring and Gillow as the main contractors for the stonework, furniture and wood carvings. F.W. Pomfrey undertook the stone carving over the front steps, and local firm Shrigley and Hunt made the stained glass windows. Lancaster Town Hall houses many significant historical artefacts, one of which is the Waring and Gillow table. The local area is a delightful place to walk.”

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