Lancashire by munki-boy
Lancashire
Lancashire is a county in North West England. It has an area of 5,000 square km and a population of two million people. Lancashire is bounded by Greater Manchester and Merseyside, by Cheshire and by Yorkshire.
As well as Lancashire County Council, there are several other organisations that cover parts of Lancashire such as Blackburn with Darwen and Blackpool unitary authorities; Pendle Borough Council; Burnley Borough Council; Hyndburn Borough Council; Rossendale borough council and South Ribble borough council.
Lancashire History
The county of Lancashire was formed in the 12th century. It takes its name from Richard I, who adopted the title ‘Count of Lancaster’.
Lancashire was divided in its early days with parts being governed by the Lords of Bowland, Furness Abbey and other religious bodies.
The Duchy of Lancaster is a private estate which provides income to the British monarch. It covers about one quarter of Lancashire including most of Merseyside, Blackburn with Darwen, Blackpool, South Ribble and the City of Lancaster.
Lancaster Castle
Lancaster Castle is a medieval castle in Lancaster, Lancashire. It was founded in 1150.
The present structure is half ruin but it has been transformed into one of Britain’s leading museums and art galleries. Visitors are able to climb the motte or walk around the battlements which offer views over this historic city.
Lancashire Geography
The county of Lancashire is known for its open countryside, coastal areas and towns. It also includes the Forest of Bowland which forms part of a national park with parts in Yorkshire and Cumbria.
Lancashire Places to Visit
Blackpool is one place you can visit in Lancashire which has many attractions for tourists including The Pleasure Beach, Sandcastle Waterpark Aquarium etc. There’s also a lot of history here! This famous seaside resort has been welcoming holidaymakers for over 150 years. As well as being a top UK destination, Blackpool is also very popular across the world!
Lancashire Towns & Villages
Pendle Hill is another must-visit place in Lancashire that has lots of history and stunning views.
Blackburn is also a must-visit town in Lancashire, if you’re looking for history and culture. It’s famous for Blackburn Rovers FC (a professional football club) which has won six league titles. There are many historical attractions here such as Queen Street Mill Textile Museum along with modern ones like the Grand Theatre.
Part or all of Lancashire is in Forest Of Bowland AONB, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Part or all of Lancashire is in Arnside & Silverdale AONB, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Created: 31 August 2016 Edited: 29 November 2023
Lancashire
Walks in Lancashire
Nature Reserves in Lancashire
There are 29 nature reserves in Lancashire.
Wildlife in and around Lancashire
Lancashire Mammals
There are 55 species of mammals recorded as found near Lancashire.
| 45 Khz Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pipistrellus) |
| American Mink (Neovison vison) |
| Bank Vole (Myodes glareolus) |
| Brown Rat (Rattus norvegicus) |
| Field Mouse (Apodemus sylvaticus) |
| 55 Khz Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pygmaeus) |
| Badger (Meles meles) |
| Brown Hare (Lepus europaeus) |
| Domestic Cat (Felis catus) |
| Field Vole (Microtus agrestis) |
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Lancashire Birds
There are 242 species of birds recorded as found near Lancashire.
| Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) |
| Black-Headed Gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) |
| Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) |
| Carrion Crow (Corvus corone subsp. corone) |
| Carrion/Hooded Crow Hybrid (Corvus corone x cornix) |
| Black Tern (Chlidonias niger) |
| Buzzard (Buteo buteo) |
| Carolina Wood Duck (Aix sponsa) |
| Carrion Crow (Corvus corone) |
| Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) |
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Lancashire Fish
There are 22 species of fish recorded as found near Lancashire.
| Atlantic Salmon (Salmo salar) |
| Brown/Sea Trout (Salmo trutta) |
| Carp (Cyprinus carpio) |
| Crucian Carp (Carassius carassius) |
| Eel (Anguilla anguilla) |
| Bream (Abramis brama) |
| Bullhead (Cottus gobio) |
| Chub (Squalius cephalus) |
| Dace (Leuciscus leuciscus) |
| Gudgeon (Gobio gobio) |
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Lancashire Reptiles
There are 12 species of reptiles recorded as found near Lancashire.
| Common Lizard (Zootoca vivipara) |
| Slow-worm (Anguis fragilis) |
| Red-eared Terrapin (Trachemys scripta subsp. elegans) |
| European Pond Terrapin (Emys orbicularis) |
| Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas) |
| Adder (Vipera berus) |
| Grass Snake (Natrix helvetica) |
| Red-eared Terrapin (Trachemys scripta) |
| Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) |
| Loggerhead Turtle (Caretta caretta) |
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Lancashire Amphibians
There are 6 species of amphibians recorded as found near Lancashire.
| Common Frog (Rana temporaria) |
| Palmate Newt (Lissotriton helveticus) |
| Great Crested Newt (Triturus cristatus) |
| Common Toad (Bufo bufo) |
| Smooth Newt (Lissotriton vulgaris) |
| Natterjack Toad (Epidalea calamita) |
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