Historical buildings on show for heritage festival

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Queen Street Textile Museum in Burnley houses the last steam-powered weaving shed in the world
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Visitors can explore the hidden recesses of Lancaster Castle for free on 7 and 8 September
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Clitheroe Castle Museum will offer free admission on 7 September for a range of family-friendly activities
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A chance to explore Gawthorpe Hall near Padiham and find out about those who lived there will be on offer on 14 September
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Visitors to Helmshore Mills Textile Museum in Rossendale can see the looms, spinning machines and an old, coal-fired chip shop range

7 September 2024

People are being offered free trips back in time at historical locations across Lancashire as part of the annual Heritage Open Days festival.

It runs until 15 September, and celebrates its 30th year in 2024.

Libraries, archives, castles and museums across the county will be in the spotlight with events, tours and talks.

"These events provide a fascinating and in-depth insight into the rich and diverse stories of Lancashire’s past, councillor Peter Buckley, cabinet member for community and cultural Services, said.

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