Guests coming to stay here in the Lake District at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa may find the first person they meet is a former business chief executive who is trained in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).
Andy’s skills and experience help Low Wood Bay guests feel at home
60-year-old Andy Goodson from Bowness has decided to postpone his retirement and join the English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues team in a front-of-house customer service role.
When Andy retired in 2019, he soon realised that he missed the buzz of working life, and especially being around teams and groups of people he could help. So when he saw the chance to take a new direction and launch a career in the hospitality and catering industry, he grabbed the opportunity with both hands.
Andy’s role as a ‘meet and greet’ member of staff at Low Wood Bay involves making our guests feel at home the moment they walk through the door. It’s a far cry from his top flight executive business career which typically brought high level pressures and long hours, but his management and people skills have made Andy a perfect fit for the new job.
A Varied and Interesting Career
Andy’s previous career included the chief executive role at My Space Housing Solutions. He has also worked in numerous roles in the training and care sectors and later established Goodson Coaching, working as a personal performance and business coach.
His training in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) has allowed him to help clients achieve and often exceed their business goals by working on behaviours to move past challenges that may stand in their way. This includes stress reduction techniques and using mindfulness and emotional intelligence to improve performance and team working.
“Retirement wasn’t for me yet and I love the new role,” explains Andy. “You meet people from all over the world and can get their life story in a couple of minutes as you take them round the venue and settle them into their rooms.
“I’ve always been a people person at heart and this new role is all about making our guests as relaxed as possible.”
When Andy decided to return to work, he didn’t want another senior post. He saw that English Lakes Hotels offered a range of naturally varied hospitality job roles.
English Lakes offers Diverse Career Opportunities
As a family business, we pride ourselves on providing progressive, diverse career opportunities for staff. We aim to build strong teams from all age ranges and backgrounds, including those looking to forge a career in hospitality for the first time or those returning to the industry.
This commitment to workforce development includes support not only to help embed strong customer service and team working skills, but also to make a difference in terms of working hours, travel to work and offering accommodation where we can.
Our Low Wood Bay personnel manager, Michelle Croukamp, adds: “Andy’s experience as a leader and personal performance coach, plus his natural affinity for working with people, shines through with his approach to both colleagues and guests.”
Ready for a New Challenge
English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues is always on the look-out for talented people from all walks of life and age groups. Find out more about available jobs across a range of hospitality industry disciplines,
Bryan Rojas Pinedo and Lidia Selles Bataller of Lancaster House had a day out cruising Lancaster Canal. They shared the highlights of the day and some of the interesting history that they discovered along the way.
Bryan was born in Peru but spent the majority of his life in Spain. In 2019, Bryan moved to the UK and started his work experience at Low Wood Bay as Kitchen Porter. After 5 months, Bryan was offered a job at Lancaster House. Three promotions later, he is now Chef de Partie. Lidia met Bryan in high school, but it wasn’t until the end of 2020 that she moved to the UK and now works at Sandpiper Leisure Club.
This is a great day out for guests staying at Lancaster House or The Midland and can be booked for you at Reception. It was also a good opportunity for Bryan and Lidia to discover a bit more about the county in which they now live and work.
All Aboard a Lancashire Canal Cruise
All aboard The Kingfisher, the ‘jewel in the crown’ of Kingfisher Cruises. This magnificent canal barge comfortably holds up to 60 passengers. The lovely wooden interior is complemented by its very own bar area. There’s an open deck at the front, perfect for sunny day cruising.
The day was windy and a bit overcast but we were excited to get started on what is a highly rated Lancashire attraction. We were booked on the12.30 cruise which included fish & chips – an added bonus! We joined the cruise near Lancaster city centre, at Aldcliffe Road. The crew was so attentive with all the passengers. They gave us a safety talk and then explained a bit about the trip. There was also information on the canal and it’s history on each table.
There has been much work done to rejuvenate the Lancaster canal towpath where there was once no fewer than eight textile mills. We noted that it would also be interesting to walk along a stretch of the restored towpath another day.
Lancaster Cityscape
Lancaster Canal Credit: Clem Rutter CC 3
The first part of the cruise is through the old mill works industrial part of the city. There was good reason for building the mills along the canal as, back in the early 19th century, water transport was the cheapest way of transporting the coal used to steam-power the mills from south of the county. Indeed, the canal was known as the Black and White Canal as many of the boats transported coal, and many carried limestone for building work.
The cruise takes you past the three remaining refurbished mills that are still in existence. Storey Brothers who owned most of the mills stock, founded their company in 1849. They were leading manufacturers of table baize and linseed oil leather cloth that mimicked real leather. The mills were also the first place to make Anaglypta paper. The brothers were responsible for bringing vast wealth and prosperity to the city of Lancaster and became respected for their good works as local philanthropists.
The cruise gave us a great view of the city landscape, and particularly the imposing spire of the cathedral as we passed by.
Leafy Suburbia
The cityscape is soon replaced by leafy suburbia and the gentler pace of country life.
Lune Aqueduct
We arrive at Lune Aqueduct and you cannot be anything but impressed by the masterpiece of civil engineering it represents. It towers 16 metres above the River Lune and carries the canal over the river. The crew gave us the chance to leave the boat to enjoy the views. Looking down was a dizzying experience, but the views across Lancashire’s Lune Valley and towards Yorkshire’s flat topped Ingleborough mountain were delightful.
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The Grade I structure was designed in 1797 by Scottish civil engineer, John Rennie, and took three years to build. There are five 21 metre semi-circular arches. The design includes special volcanic powder that was imported and mixed with cement to allow the concrete to set under water. Also preserved under water are the 60 tree trunks that were used to support the five stone arches.
Again we noted that there was lots of other activities around the aqueduct, including walks and cycle ways, that could form another very pleasant day out.
A Great Lancashire Day Out
What a great way to spend a day exploring Lancashire. A big thank you to Kingfisher Cruises and the team that made it such a great day. We enjoyed the sights of the city, the countryside and the magnificent Lune Aqueduct. We also learned about the history of the canal, and enjoyed a very tasty lunch of fish and chips. Highly recommended. Check out other things to do from Lancaster House this summer.
English Lakes Hotels are very involved in where our products comes from and how it gets to us. A team of hotel managers and directors visited one of our wine producers recently and saw how some of our specialty and house wines are produced and stored. Matt Stanaway, Hotel Operations Director, tells us about their trip…
We flew into northern Spain’s Bilbao airport on Wednesday, 30th March and made our way through hilly countryside to Logroño, right in the heart of Rioja wine country. This is a charming little city, well known for the tapas spots around Calle Laurel, which is exactly where we headed for some tasty food and great wine accompaniments.
Left to Right: Andy Lemm, The Midland Manager, Mark Needham, Low Wood Bay Manager, Adam Bujok, The Wild Boar Inn Manager, Matt Wilkinson, English Lakes Finance Director and Matt Stanaway, Hotel Operations Director
Rioja Vega Vineyard
On Thursday morning we were treated to a guided tour around the Rioja Vega winery, the cellars and vineyards. We learnt that different parts of the vineyard exhibit unique characteristics, or ‘terroir’. This is just all the factors that go into creating the specific wine grapes, from the climate, soil, elevation. The terroir is that unique sense of place, and Rioja Vega pride themselves in having several terroirs, making it possible to create a range of different wines and blends.
Different grape varieties at Rioja Vega
There are over 600 wine producers in Rioja and there’s evidence to suggest that wine has been produced in this region of Spain from Roman times. The pilgrimage route Camino de Santiago passes the area and travellers from all over the world were offered wine when they stayed at the monasteries along the way.
Rioja Vega dates back to 1882 when French wine producers, devastated by a pest infestation on their lands, arrived in Spain looking for suitable soil to grow their vines. Felipe Ugalde, who later joined forces with the Muerza family, learnt from the French pioneers and they went on to became experts in their field, literally. This knowledge and expertise has been passed down the generations for more than 125 years.
After our tour around the site, Luis Marculetta from Rioja Vega hosted a tutored wine tasting where our palettes were treated to some amazing wines and vintages.
On Friday we visited the Cooperage where they make the barrels that Rioja Vega is aged in and found out about the distinctive taste that these create in the wines.
English Lakes Hotels Spanish house wines come from the Navarra region and we finished off our trip to this amazing part of the world with a 50 km journey north west to the Principe de Vianna winery in the Navarra region.
We made our way back through the snow to Bilbao armed with much better understanding of the amazing Rioja wines that we serve in our restaurants, and the time that it takes to make a really good wine. Rioja Vega recently won two ‘Master of Rioja’ awards and a Gold Medal at the Rioja Masters 2021 contest hosted by the UK magazine ‘The Drinks Business’, one of the most influential publications in the wine sector.
Recruitment, training and staff development are all foundation stones of our ethos here at English Lakes Hotels. Products and Training Manager, Annabel Berry, explains how the group is investing in more specific training for our spa therapists.
Annabel Berry, Product and Training Manager at The Spa at Low Wood Bay
Industry and Training Collaboration
We recognise that a great hotel stays and memorable guest experiences at Low Wood Bay, or anywhere in the Lake District are created by the professionalism of our teams.
The Spa at Low Wood Bay
That starts with good training, the attainment of industry related qualifications and the development of key customer services skills. And it’s why The Spa at Low Wood Bay have struck up a unique partnership with Kendal College and ESPA to deliver a specialist training programme for spa therapists.
Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa is working with the college and training provider to give budding spa therapists advancement skills to develop their career paths. The idea is to give them much earlier opportunities to gain experience whilst earning a reasonable wage.
It’s a huge challenge for newly qualified therapists to get on the first rung of the career ladder. So we approached Kendal College and ESPA to see where they could help.
Comprehensive Spa Training
Our spa therapists acquire a range of skills to ensure they are ready for work, from training in manicures, pedicures and facials through to aromatherapy and Swedish massage.
The ESPA certification delivered through the college means our spa therapists are trained to some of the highest industry standards in body and face treatments. It is equipping them with luxury brand training – and customer service and hospitality skills – to give them a head-start when they start applying for full time roles.
A contracted work experience with Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa allows them to earn a proper spa therapist’s wage as they gain much needed experience. We want them to have more comprehensive theoretical and practical training to ensure they are more fully prepared for the world of work.
Creating Bright Futures
The feedback from Kendal College thus far is extremely positive, with Head of Faculty for Leisure & service Industries Richard Axford commenting: “We are extremely proud to be collaborating with such high-quality brands as Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa and ESPA.
“It is exposing our learners to industry leading training and will mean they are qualified at a high level upon completion of their studies. Our motto is ‘creating bright futures’ and this pioneering scheme means our learners are better equipped and on a pathway to an outstanding career.”
Our first cohort of trainee spa therapists has started the programme so they can get paid work experience which either leads to a permanent job here with the hotel group, or the chance to secure another job as a result of the training they have received.
Jobs at English Lakes Hotels
For more information about vacancies in any of our hotels, restaurants and Spa, take a look at English Lakes Jobs Page.
Training the Next Generation of Chefs
Good food and fine dining are an integral part of your hotel stay in the Lake District or North Lancashire, which is why English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues are investing in the next generation of young talent by training up a group of commis chefs.
Head chef at the English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues Culinary Academy Daniel Winstanley tells us about their recent trip to a hospitality and catering event:
Our Culinary Academy offers a fully accredited apprenticeship programme with Kendal College allowing school leavers to train as commis chefs.
Giving our trainees opportunities to gain wider experience is a key part of our developmental aims. So we jumped at the chance to take our latest cohort down to the capital to attend the national Hotel, Restaurant & Catering Event at the ExCeL London exhibition centre at the Royal Victoria Docks.
This highly popular food service and hospitality industry event ran over three days and gave our trainees the chance to see the latest product innovations and professional catering equipment, as well as meeting suppliers, chefs and industry experts.
Over 1,500 food, drink and hospitality suppliers were represented there and over 100 talks, demos, shows and competitions were featured to showcase the latest products created specifically for hotels, restaurant and catering professionals.
The event was a solid foundation for the students to see all things hospitality, including some inspirational live demonstrations of culinary skills and innovative cooking techniques.
Our students came away with additional industry knowledge and insight, taking back what they learned to our own venue kitchens. It was a highly valuable industry experience on their way to attaining nationally recognised qualifications whilst they continue to work and earn a wage.
The trip to the London event would not have been possible without the support of our sponsors. So our thanks are due to Caterite, Althams Butchers, WMcClures, Bid Food UK and My Fish Company for helping us get there.
When you stay with us at one of our Lake District hotels or venues in North Lancashire, we want to ensure that you dine well and enjoy a range of great dishes. That means ensuring that our culinary teams have the expertise and talent to create the finest meals we can. And we’re lucky to have Daniel Winstanley, who has just been appointed as a full member of The Master Chefs of Great Britain.
Training the Next Generation of Chefs
Daniel runs English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues Culinary Academy, equipping our new trainee chefs with the skills they need to forge successful careers in the hospitality industry.
His tireless work, support for young chefs and advocacy of British producers and manufacturers has been duly rewarded with national recognition as a Master Chef.
Master Chef of Great Britain
Daniel was recently invited to the 38th annual Master Chefs of Great Britain fundraising lunch at the 5-star Prestonfield House at the base of the renowned Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh. There he was presented with a plaque to mark his induction into the organisation.
The charity dinner was a fund raiser for Motor Neurone Disease Scotland, whilst guests were able to mingle with a host of national culinary talents, Master Chefs of Great Britain members and industry professionals. Guests were greeted on arrival to the sound of bagpipes, with the fantastic Fettes College Pipes & Drums band playing during a welcoming champagne drinks reception. Typical of the event was a delicious menu featuring loin of hogget, faggot and crispy breast, wild garlic, violet artichoke, ewes’ curd and whey – and of course impeccable service.
Daniel’s membership of The Master Chefs of Great Britain underlines his leadership in the hospitality industry and his role as an ambassador for the hotel group. He is thrilled to be involved in this great forum for the exchange of culinary ideas and the latest professional development tips for training our young chefs and offering chef masterclasses in schools.
Secretary of The Master Chefs of Great Britain Graeme Watson said:
We’re delighted to have Daniel on board with The Master Chefs of Great Britain and look forward to working with him to promote our exciting industry. It’s very encouraging to see the great work Daniel is doing with his team and developing the head chefs of the future.
Over the weekend 25th to 27th March, Low Wood Bay resort interrupted its normal steady-paced peaceful and quiet idyll of Lake District life to host the glorious and unique sights and sounds of 73 vintage and classic cars roar into life and set off on three days of historic rallying.
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Bentley Supersport at the start line of the 2022 Generations Rally
Talbot AV105 navigating narrow country lanes
Blue MGB GT riding by Buttermere
Red Porsche 356B exiting a shallow ford
Trio of classic cars on a lakeland back lane.
Frazer Nash-BMW 328 on the finish line with driver and navigatorNext
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Generations Rally
This was Rally the Globe’s first ever Generations Rally, designed to introduce historic rallying to a younger generation, preferably alongside a member of the same family experienced in the sport.
The driver, navigator and car combinations that congregated at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa made for a colourful festival atmosphere, thrilling guests, the team at Low Wood Bay and visitors to the Lake District. Under vibrant blue skies in perfect Spring conditions, the hotel welcomed rally entrants from far and near, including twelve cars from mainland Europe and even a crew from as far away as USA.
The Northern Lakes
The competitors enjoyed lunch at Low Wood Bay’s newly refurbished restaurant, The W, and a welcome from Rally Director, Fred Gallagher. After the necessary safety and compliance checks, the cars were off on the Northern Lakes leg of the rally. A gentle 108 mile start for the newcomers to the sport, passing Wordsworth’s Cottage in Grasmere and on towards Thirlmere and Helvellyn. The steep climb up and over the impressive Honister Pass provided stunning Lake District views – a perfect day for open top motoring. Buttermere, Crummock Water and Bassenthwaite were also note-worthy sights on this leg of the scenic northern lakes challenge.
However, this was not simply a scenic tour of the Lake District. Over three days driving, competitors tested their skill in ten Regularity Sections, where the goal is to complete the section as close as possible to the expected time-frame – a great driver/navigator bonding exercise. There were also seven speed tests on derestricted private land, so lots for a new generation of drivers and navigators to cut their teeth on.
Stage 2: North Pennines & Yorkshire
The rally upped the ante on Day 2 with 207 miles of driving through the open roads of North Pennines & Yorkshire. The first challenge was leaving Ambleside on the aptly named Struggle and up and over the steep and narrow Kirkstone Pass. There were time trials and Regularity Sections aplenty, including Little Mell Fell, Lowther Castle and all the way over to County Durham with a stop for lunch at historic Bowes Museum. The open roads of Swaledale and Wensleydale eventually brought tired but exhilarated competitors back to Low Wood Bay for a well-deserved dinner, again at The W, with fabulous sunset views over Windermere.
Stage 3: The Southern Lakes
Sunday morning dawned clear and even brighter than the day before if that was possible. The competitors set off on their last half day adventure. This time it was 81 miles in the Southern Lakes. Challenging twists and turns in Grizedale forests and along narrow lanes flanked by drystone walling. Not much turning room if navigators got it wrong! The infamous white-knuckle Hardknott Pass and Wrynose Pass gave way to picturesque Langdale Valley, and ‘home’ to the finish line at Low Wood Bay.
Congratulations to Steve and Alex Chick in their Austin Healey Mark I who were the Classic Category winners, and to Martin Hunt and James Galiver in their Frazer Nash car. After the obligatory champagne celebration, a satisfying lunch of traditional Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding was served up by Chef in ………., followed by the trophy presentations.
The team at Low Wood Bay waved goodbye to the tired, but exhilarated competitors who had enjoyed laughter, fun, challenges, the very best views of the Lake District. Lasting memories were created in a sport that is set to continue down the generations.
The Generations Rally certainly re-created the excitement and adventure of the golden age of rallying. Low Wood Bay eagerly awaits future opportunities to welcome all generations of car rallying enthusiasts to the resort.
“Every single person at Low Wood Bay involved in our event in whatever way, shape or form was absolutely fantastic, incredibly helpful, and always cheery.”Loren Price, Rally the World
These days, lots of couples are considering exclusive use venues when it comes to planning their special day. When you look at it closely, there are many benefits of such a choice. Here are just 8 reasons why an exclusive use Lake District wedding at The Wild Boar Inn might be right for you.
A Place to Kick Back and Relax
There’s something about arriving at your venue and knowing you can relax, kick off your shoes and truly relax. It’s the knowledge that you are spending quality uninterrupted time with friends and family. The people that know you best and love you most!
Time to Explore
Exclusive use means that once your guests have checked in there’s usually time to explore the stunning venue, and the grounds. At The Wild Boar that might mean a walk around the tarn or through the woodland, or an outdoor activity.
Fun Activities
You are in control when it comes to putting on entertainment for your guests. It may be a simple treasure hunt for the children, or cocktail making for the adults. Let your imagination run riot and choose something that will bring your friends and family together for a time of laughter and fun. At The Wild Boar we can offer Clay Pigeon shooting, Archery, a Hawk Walk, or even duck herding!
Wedding Suppliers Come to You
With everything under the one roof, it simplifies the arrangements. Enjoy a flurry of florists, wedding venue dressers, entertainment, beauticians, hair stylists – they are all here for you, and yours.
No Hidden Costs
Undermillbeck is perfect for a smaller wedding breakfast
Once you have decided on exclusive use and decided on your wish list, the price is set. There are no hidden costs. Your guests can contribute to the cost of their stay, and you have the choice of how to best spread the cost of your wedding.
Park and Stay
We can drive you to the woods in our Wild Boar Wedding Jeep
Staying over in your wedding venue takes the stress out of your guests having to draw straws over who is going to drive or organising taxis for everyone. You may even have arrived the day before the wedding, cars are safely parked up and the business of getting married surrounded by your loved ones begins.
Leisurely Breakfast
Getting together over breakfast at the hotel is a great way to extend the celebration. Swap stories of the day and share fond memories and photos of Grandma on the dance floor! Sometimes these informal get togethers as family and loved ones create real laugh out loud moments that you will treasure forever.
Your Specialist Team
Our team of hospitality experts become exclusively your team! From the Receptionist that greets your guests, the bar staff with a friendly smile, to your front of house hosts, you will get to know their names as they focus completely on your needs and ensuring that your and your guests have the best time ever.
Speak to our Wedding Co-ordinator
If you are interested in an exclusive use wedding at The Wild Boar, or if you would like more general information about weddings at The Wild Boar, give our friendly team a call on 015394 45225.
Not only are we re-opening The W at Low Wood Bay with a new vibrant look and oozing elegance, but we are delighted to introduce the newly appointed Head Chef, Sam Rees.
Sam in newly re-furbished restaurant The W with Restaurant Manager, Craig
Sam is a bright young talent within the English Lakes Hotels group and he has moved across from his role as Chef at Low Wood’s Blue Smoke on the Bay to head up the team at The W. Here he tells us a bit about himself and his culinary journey to date.
Why did you decide to become a chef?
I’ve always loved food but when I was young I didn’t know you could have a career out of it. When I was 15 years old, I was offered a weekend job of washing up and peeling potatoes and vegetables. I really enjoyed it and as time passed, I offered to get more involved in the food preparation and cooking. That led to me deciding to go to college to study Hospitality and Catering.
Most memorable career moment with English Lakes?
Sam receiving his Chef of the Year award in 2019 from shareholder Jonquil Cook and Chairman and Managing Director, Simon Berry
I’ve enjoyed so many memorable occasions during my career at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa, but the stand-out moment was being awarded Chef of the Year in 2019! This is voted on by the team, so I felt really proud that they thought so highly of me.
Who is the biggest inspiration on your career?
Lots of people have helped me on my way throughout my career, and in terms of cooking, I had an exceptionally good working relationship with my first head chef, Gary Mallon. His influences certainly play a part in the chef I am today.
What is the secret to your culinary success?
There’s no substitute for hard work and commitment, plus embracing the job and all it entails and enjoying it all. I always strive to be the best I can be, seeking new opportunities and relishing the chance to learn new skills.
Your favourite dish to prepare and why?
A few of the dishes from The W menu, including the famous Low Wood Bay sticky toffee pudding
My culinary speciality is desserts, so I will always be drawn to being creative in the pastry section. Since starting at Blue Smoke on the Bay, cooking over wood on an open grill has given me new opportunities to try new techniques. I recently created a smoked strawberry jam which is always a talking point for the guests. The key to any great dish is in the quality of the produce, ideally sourced locally. And more often than not, simplicity is the key.
What are the key strengths you look for in your team?
For me I’m looking for key attributes such as loyalty, teamwork, dedication and a willingness to learn.
Book a Table at The W
Re-furbished, re-opened and ready to welcome guests and visitors. Call our friendly team on 015394 33338 or book online.
Lancashire is perfect location if you are planning a staycation this spring or summer. Equally, a short City Break in Lancashire can offer everything on your holiday tick list. Lancaster House and The Midland in Morecambe are perfect bases for exploring city, coast and countryside.
If you look up the definition of ‘Lancashire’ you may be told it’s a ‘moist, crumbly, white English cheese’. Well, it is so much more than that! Although Lancashire certainly does contain within it that delicacy, it’s so much more than cheese. Lancashire is a northern county framed with a stunning coastline, grand rugged countryside, a fascinating history, and chic city culture.
Lancashire is certainly a place to consider when making plans for a short Spring break or your annual summer holiday. We have a great choice when it comes to deciding where to stay, and plenty of ideas on how to spend your time when you are here.
Spring in the Forest of Bowland
Spring and Summer in Lancashire
As the weather starts to warm up and the days become longer, there are lots of outdoor places and activities to explore in Lancashire. As Spring turns to summer there is a huge choice when it comes to Lancashire walks, cycling and outdoor pursuits. We are big supporters of the Forest of Bowland, not only is it an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but its dramatic scenery is also one of the country’s best kept secrets. Lancashire has a network of canals where you can enjoy a leisurely cruise, and the canal paths make for relatively easy cycling options.
Pendle Hill
There are family activities aplenty, from animal parks to beaches, theme parks to working farms. We mustn’t forget that the county also includes Blackpool and all the fun of that particular fair! Whether you are catering for toddlers or teenagers, Lancashire will provide something for all the family.
Things to do in Lancashire in Spring and Summer
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Lancaster Canal
We have lots of ideas about how to spend your time in Lancashire. Whether that’s a city break, a holiday in the country or some quality time together by the coast. Check out our suggestions for Walks in Lancashire, Lancashire Activities for Adults and Couples, Lancashire Attractions for Children and Families, Lancashire Castles, Grand Houses, Museums and Monuments, and Unusual Spring Summer Activities in Lancashire.
Avenham and Miller Park, Lancashire
Places to Stay in Lancashire
We have two great suggestions for places to stay in Lancashire, both quite different from each other, but equally comfortable and where you will receive a warm and friendly welcome.
Lancaster House
Lancaster House is perfectly placed on the outskirts of the historic city of Lancaster. Great for city breaks, but with the added benefit of having the stunning Forest of Bowland on its doorstep and the excitement of Blackpool close by. The on-site Health Club facilities make it a perfect base for both adults, couples and family groups. If the weather is not great for outdoor adventures, you can enjoy the indoor pool, hot tub, steam room and sauna. For the fitness conscious visitors, there is a fully equipped gym to ensure your day starts or finishes well.
There’s a choice of cuisine on offer. The Foodworks Restaurant features the best of Lancashire produce, whilst The Sandeman Bar is great for casual dining, and has a great selection of popular dishes.
The Midland
It’s been called the Jewel in the Crown of the northwest coastline. The Midland is a stunning art deco hotel boasting all the glamour of that period. Stunning sunsets across Morecambe Bay to the Lake District hills beyond, and the fresh reinvigorating air that you only get at a seaside resort.
The Midland has 44 period-inspired bedrooms, sophisticated comfort with quirky design features. Again, you have a choice when it comes to dining. The AA-rosette Sun Terrace restaurant serves contemporary British cuisine featuring great local Lancashire and Cumbrian ingredients. With magnificent views from the restaurant, it becomes an awe-inspiring dining experience. Afternoon Tea at The Midland has become something of a grand day out for many people, and features on the top of their ‘must do’ list. The Rotunda offers casual dining with sandwiches, popular dishes as well as the infamous Lancashire Tapas Platters. There’s also an impressive list of spirits, wines and cocktails – a great way to get your evening started.
