3 Best Landmarks in Lancaster, UK

Today, I finally visited Lancaster Castle for the first time with my family , despite living in Lancaster. The tour was fantastic, largely thanks to Simon, our guide, who was engaging and extremely knowledgeable. We explored the old prison wings, including the women’s prison, and the historic courtrooms where the Pendle Witch Trials took place. Simon’s storytelling really brought the castle’s history to life. Afterward, we had the unexpected treat of watching Alan Ward, a stone sculptor, carve intricate head sculptures. It wasn’t part of the tour, but it was amazing to see such skill in action. Overall, a brilliant experience—highly recommended!

Extraordinary site in continual use castle,prison, law courts and still functioning as legal centre. A must see. For those with mobility issues this is not one for you. Cobbles and very little accesible on the ground floor. The escorted guide only suitable for able bodied with ancient stairs, and there's a lot of them..

Very interesting place, home to a castle, a prison, police museum and still working civil and criminal courts. Whole family found it fascinating and price is very reasonable for the tour. Staff are great Would highly recommend.

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