Historic Sites in Settle

"Lancaster's most imposing building is the castle, built in 1150 but added to over the centuries: the Well Tower dates from 1325 and is also known as the Witches' Tower because its basement dungeon was used to imprison the accused in the infamous Pendle Witches Trial of 1612. Also dating from the early 14th century is the impressive twin-towered gatehouse. Visits are by guided tour only as the castle is used as a Crown Court."

"This rise overlooking Lancaster and the River Lune has been fortified since the Romans, and today’s castle sprang from the Norman Conquest. A lot of the surviving architecture, including the formidable gatehouse, is from a 15th-century reinforcement. The reason so much of Lancaster Castle has made it to the 21st century is that this was Europe’s longest functioning prison until it closed in 2011."

"Within easy reach of the town, East Riddlesden Hall is a stunning national trust property which makes for a great day out or even a venue for a special occasion. The current 17th century manor house sits on an estate with roots stretching back to the 7th century. Enjoy the house, tearoom, and grounds of this beautiful spot."

"East Riddlesden Hall is a 17th-century manor house in Keighley, West Yorkshire, England, now owned by the National Trust. The hall was built in 1642 by a wealthy Halifax clothier, James Murgatroyd. The hall is a Grade I listed building."

"Stood high on Castle Hill dominating Clitheroe’s skyline for over 800 years, Clitheroe Castle Museum is now open after a complete makeover and offers a day of exploration for all the family. Explore the hands-on galleries, collections and displays which reveal amazing stories and take you on a journey through 350 million years of history."

"The Pendle Heritage Centre sits right at the heart of Lancashire’s hill country beside an ancient crossing of Pendle water. The gallery and craft shop offer displays of work and exhibitions by professional crafts people and artists, while the museum contains a wealth of information about the history and development of the farmhouse."

"There’s an incredible history behind Pendle Hill, a Bronze Age burial site. This breathtaking landmark maintains a strong association with witchcraft thanks to the witch trials of 1612. For walkers, access to the hill is most commonly from nearby village of Barley."

"They’re the type of people who come in their groups, downing pint after pint and scranning away at one of the onion ring towers while watching the most recent footy match. These people are easy to spot, repping their college or sports hoodie at any given opportunity, with their nickname and sport sewn on the back. This student has joined every possible sports team there is to offer at uni, from football to hockey, they are immersed in the sporty life."

"The Pendle Witch is now a Great Traditional Pub that can be found in the city centre on Penny Street, down from the KFC. They serve a range of great cask ales and a fantastic selection of food. There is plenty of outdoor seating spaces, but make sure you book a table to avoid being disappointed."

"On their website, The Pendle Witch said: “We are hugely excited to announce that we are re-opening on Monday 12th April. In line with English Government guidelines, we can only open our beer garden at this time. “Make sure to beat the rush and book now for your local beer garden in Lancaster!"

"Every Sunday at 8 pm, The Borough hosts a stand-up event for The Lancaster Comedy Club, hosted in their beautiful Drawing Room. The Lancaster Comedy Club has been around since 2009 and, in that time, they’ve brought the likes of John Bishop, Chris Ramsey, Romesh Ranganathan, and The Boy With Tape On His Face to audiences in Lancaster. It’s only £10 at the door and early bird tickets start at £8."

"The Borough can be found in the centre of Lancaster in Dalton Square, spread over three floors of a Georgian townhouse. It was named the best pub in Lancaster in 2016 and has its own microbrewery. There are plenty of tables outdoors, with overhead shelters for those days when the weather isn’t its best."

"The Borough posted on Facebook: “We are getting ready to open our outside areas in Dalton Square and our courtyard garden on April 12th!"

"Try their delicious ice cream and soda fountain set in a 50's diner. With an outdoor play area and play barns come rain or shine this is a fantastic day out for the whole family."