Debbie Butler

2 weeks ago | lancasterguardian.co.uk | Debbie Butler

Historic venues and picturesque parks mix with stunning scenery to offer something for everyone in Lancaster, Morecambe and the surrounding villages. But which ‘things to do’ are the most popular? Here’s a guide to some of the best attractions in the area, according to Tripadvisor. 1. Williamson Park, LancasterHome to the iconic Ashton Memorial and 54 acres of park and woodland, with spectacular views across Morecambe Bay to the Lake District fells.

2 months ago | lancasterguardian.co.uk | Debbie Butler

It's British Pie Week next week (March 3-9) and what better way to celebrate than tucking into your favourite pie? The British are responsible for the invention of most of the pies that we know and love today. Sweet or savoury – there’s a pie for every occasion. And we all know how Lancaster and Morecambe folk love a good pie!British Pie Week was founded in 2007 by Jus-Rol, a British pastry-rolling company.

Feb 14, 2025 | lancasterguardian.co.uk | Debbie Butler

We’ve selected 11 places in Lancaster and Morecambe which we think might fit the bill if you’re hoping to make the occasion extra special. 1. Toll House Inn, Penny Street, LancasterThe Toll House has a warm and homely feel, and offers somewhere cosy to dine with your Valentine. It also has an expanding reputation for its culinary excellence so you can expect good food as well as an inviting setting. Book at https://www.tollhouseinn.co.uk/ Photo: Toll House Inn2.

Jan 17, 2025 | lancasterguardian.co.uk | Debbie Butler

Loved by locals and holidaymakers alike, it has stood proud on the promenade since 1939 and is now a listed building. Searching through our photo archives, we stumbled upon these fine pictures taken back in 2010 by our former photographer, Nigel Slater, showing the café in all its art deco splendour. It would be remiss of us not to share them with you… so here you go. 1. Brucciani's of Morecambe- Photo: Nigel Slater2. Brucciani's of Morecambe- Photo: Nigel Slater3.

Jan 17, 2025 | lancasterguardian.co.uk | Debbie Butler

Morecambe’s Winter Gardens theatre – or The Victoria Pavilion as it was then known – opened its doors to the public on July 17, 1897. Built at a cost of nearly £100,000, it was designed to be both a grand variety theatre and a concert hall. A massive success in its heyday, the theatre hosted the great and the good for many years – and is thought to be one of a kind as a big concert party hall.