Lancaster

The Lancaster is a British county town known for its long association with the crown. This town of the Lancashire County is a settlement that inspired the name to its county. The land of Lancaster has long been the commercial and cultural hub of North West England. This town was granted the status of a city in 1937 and was popular for its strong ties with British monarchy. This city is notoriously known as The Hanging Town for hanging a large number of people in Pendle Witch trials dating back in 1612. The city also has its earliest mention in the Domesday Book in 1086 as Loncastre .The Loncastre in ancient English is a reference in to a Roman Fort on the River Lune. Like the county the traditional logo of the city is a Red Rose connoting to the war of roses. The Lancaster city is a traditional British city with classic entertainment and Georgian architecture. This city like any other British city is a notable name in sports like cricket, golf, rowing, football, swimming, rugby and water polo. The music industry of Lancaster is an eminent source of pride as this city has created many great musicians and artists. Keith Bexter, John Waite, Chris Acland and Steve Kemp are few of the notable names of this industry.

This city is an amazing mix of cultural entertainment and historic landmarks. The city has many interesting places to visit including significant landmakrs like Lancaster Castle, Lancaster Priory, Lancaster Cathedral, Ashton Memorial, Butterfly House, Lune Millennium Bridge, Sun Street, Queen Victoria's statue at the Dalton Square and the town hall. The Lancaster Castle of Roman times has a significant part in history of Lancaster. The castle was used as a court and prison since 12th century and also held the infamous Pendle Witches Trial. The Lancaster Priory located in the close proximity of the castle is yet another historical landmark of the same era. This parish church is listed as Grade I building and its sundial in the courtyard is also listed as a Grade II building. The Aston Memorial also known as the Taj Mahal of the North is Edwardian Baroque style folly that dominates the skyline of Lancaster.

The architectural diversity of the city is also eminent in the other monuments including Storey Institute, Lancaster University's Ruskin Library, Penny's Hospital, 18th century almshouses on King Street, Lancaster Royal Grammar School, Lancaster Girls' Grammar School. The Lancaster City Museum, Cottage Museum, Judges Lodgings and Quayside Maritime Museum contribute in narrating the classic tale of this regal city. Lancaster is culturally exuberant with numerous theatrical and music based activities all around the year. The Duke's Playhouse, Gregson Centre, Lancaster Grand Theatre, The Music Room, Williamson Park and Lancaster Musicians' Co-operative serve as the major centers of such activities. The Maritime Festival and the Lancaster Jazz Festival serve as a catalyst to further invigorate the spirit of this city. Lancaster lying on the bank of Lune is a complete city of excitement, enlightenment and inspiration. Can't keep your hands off the Lancaster Tickets? Go take a trip to this city today!