With a history going back to the Romans, an ancient castle, its own special national anthem, a connection to the slave trade, and the first gruesome murder solved by forensics, Lancaster has a lot to offer.
We'll begin at Lancaster Castle. We'll learn about the trials of the Pendle Witches and prominent Quakers. We'll understand how Lancaster became so prosperous through the slave trade in the 18th century. We'll become acquainted with Lancaster's Black and White Canal. We'll understand how the first use of forensic science solved a murder committed in the centre of Lancaster.
We'll visit:
Lancaster Castle The Priory The Quayside Almshouses Prosperous houses associated with the slave trad...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided walk
Meeting Points
Departure
Castle Approach
In front of the Castle front gate on the steep slope - guide will be carrying a red umbrella
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Well-behaved dogs welcomed
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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With a history going back to the Romans, an ancient castle, its own special national anthem, a connection to the slave trade, and the first gruesome murder solved by forensics, Lancaster has a lot to offer.
We'll begin at Lancaster Castle. We'll learn about the trials of the Pendle Witches and prominent Quakers. We'll understand how Lancaster became so prosperous through the slave trade in the 18th century. We'll become acquainted with Lancaster's Black and White Canal. We'll understand how the first use of forensic science solved a murder committed in the centre of Lancaster.
We'll visit:
Lancaster Castle The Priory The Quayside Almshouses Prosperous houses associated with the slave trad...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided walk
Meeting Points
Departure
Castle Approach
In front of the Castle front gate on the steep slope - guide will be carrying a red umbrella
Return
Itinerary
1
Lancaster Castle
An ancient castle - but what else? Learn about the Castle's place in history - its famous and not so famous prisoners, trials and executions.
40 minutes
2
Lancaster Priory Church
Dating back to the 11th century, step inside to admire its stained glass, medieval carvings, and the atmosphere of a church that has served the city for almost a thousand years.
15 minutes
3
Saint George's Quay
An eighteenth century harbour on the River Lune, its connections to the international slave trade, and characters connected with this area.
15 minutes
4
Judges' Lodgings
The oldest house in Lancaster. Who it was owned by and its link to witchcraft.
10 minutes
5
Church Street
A prince goes missing. Some stories about a potential king of England.
10 minutes
6
Market Street
A prince raises the banner and another loses a shoe. Stories about two Royal prices - 300 years apart.
10 minutes
7
Dalton Square
A murder and a government bonus. Learn about the first murder solved by forensic science and the bonus paid to slave owners.
10 minutes
8
Penny's Almshouses
A look at an almshouse - still functioning today. Who founded it and how it was financed.
10 minutes
9
The Storey
An educational institute founded by donations - which became the forerunner of the university tradition in the City.
