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Come and discover the heart of the colourful county of Lancashire, where you will encounter beautiful countryside, landscapes and historical sights.
Preston boasts some unique attractions such as Riversway, Europe's largest single dock basin, with its marina, leisure shopping and attractions. The Grade I listed Harris Museum and Art Gallery is a magnificent Greek Revival building dominating the centre of the town and housing an impressive collection of fine and modern art.
Attractions
Extending across the valley of the lower Ribble, South Ribble has a delightfully open landscape, rich in history, which offers something for everyone to enjoy, whether you're interested in nature, the arts, history or recreation. Attractions include Samlesbury Hall, an ancient Manor House, which has extensive displays of antiques and collectors items and Europe’s largest British Commercial Vehicle Museum.
History
The woollen, and more famously the cotton industry dominated the area’s economy. Although the county retains a thriving weaving industry, this area is now very welcoming to visitors with a number of noteworthy visitor attractions to explore that recall East Lancashire’s rich industrial heritage.
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