Retirement homes in Lancashire

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Retirement living in Lancashire

From the bright lights and Strictly glamour of Blackpool to the rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Ribble Valley, Lancashire is a place of contrasts and always full of surprises.

Whether you are after the wild beauty of the West Pennine Moors, the proud industrial heritage of places like Preston, historic ruins, like those at Lancaster Castle, or one of the most popular seaside resorts in the country—brilliant Blackpool— then our retirement villages in Lancashire could be perfect! For many retirees, Lancashire provides the perfect blend. Packed with vibrant communities, beautiful scenery and a deep heritage, you can spend your retirement pursuing endless adventures. If you're looking for a varied and active retirement take a look at our Lancashire properties.

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Things to do in Lancashire

From sandy beaches to towering hills, you'll find all sorts of scenic countryside and diverse wildlife around the county and plenty of things to do. The most famous sight in Lancashire is the Blackpool Tower. Built in the late 19th century and inspired by the famous Eiffel Tower in Paris, it dominates the local skyline at a height of more than 500 feet. You can ride the lift to the Blackpool Tower Eye, the highest observation deck in North West England, visit the Tower Circus, or see the extravagant Tower Ballroom, which has been the venue for several BBC dancing competitions—Strictly Come Dancing being the most recent.

While Blackpool is packed with traditional seaside attractions, you can also get a more natural sea air fix by following the miles of unspoilt coastline on the Lancashire Coastal Way. You should also visit Cleverleys Beach for impressive public art (Like Mary's Shell, pictured] If you're into walking then you can climb to the summit of Pendle Hill for panoramic views of the Lancashire landscape or explore the stunning countryside around Rivington Pike on Winter Hill or the Whalley Viaduct which carries the Ribble Valley Line over the river. Sounds idyllic? Explore our retirement villages in Lancashire today.

An active retirement in the great outdoors

From dedicated hiking trails to relaxing countryside cycling routes, you'll find all sorts of ways to keep up an active retirement around Lancashire. You can learn to sail at Blackpool and Fleetwood Yacht Club, ride horses in the picturesque Rossendale Valley, or keep up your game at more than 50 golf clubs around the county.

You can also spend your time exploring the Forest of Bowland, a designated Area of Outstanding Beauty. With valleys, fells and peat moorland to explore, the Forest of Bowland also includes more than 500 listed buildings and 18 scheduled monuments.

If you'd like to retire to a part of England that's packed with natural beauty and historic adventure, our retirement properties in Lancashire are a great fit.

Historic attractions in Lancashire

The county has a rich history stretching back to the Romans and beyond. Whether you're looking for ancient ruins or fascinating museums, there are plenty of curious historic sites to uncover in Lancashire. You can step inside medieval jail cells at the 11th century Lancaster Castle, experience over a thousand years of religious and community history at Blackburn Cathedral, or see the sandstone fortification of Hoghton Tower.

You'll find regimental history and an ancient Roman tombstone at the Lancaster City Museum, a collection of more than 60 steam and diesel locomotives at the Ribble Steam Railway, and the last surviving 19th century steam-powered weaving mill at the Queen Street Mill Textile Museum,Burnley. Clitheroe Castle Museum offers panoramic views of the Ribble Valley, while the Old Lytham Lifeboat House shares tales of the brave volunteers of the RNLI. There are also many fine houses to explore, like Leighton Hall and Astley Hall. There is much for history buffs to enjoy from our retirement villages in Lancashire.

Arts, culture and community in Lancashire

Whether you're looking for comedy, drama, or just an authentic place to pick up local produce, there are plenty of places to keep you busy around Lancashire. You can see acrobatics and whimsical performances at the Blackpool Tower Circus, live theatre and cultural cinema at The Dukes in Lancaster, or the largest collection of Tiffany glass in Europe at the Haworth Art Gallery in Accrington.

When you feel like treating yourself, you'll find more than 40 different stores at the Houndshill Shopping Centre in Blackpool, over 45 brands at Affinity Lancashire (formerly known as Freeport Fleetwood outlet centre), and a huge range of locally produced goods and speciality craft items at the street markets and farmers' markets all over the county. Try the Giant Boot Sale in Burscough. There are also a good range of eating places to try traditional treats like Lancashire Hotpot, blood pudding, Lancashire cheese and parkin, as well as global fare.