Discovery
Bancroft Mill Engine Museum
Bancroft Mill, Gillians Lane, Lancashire, North West England, BB18 5QR
View on mapTwo for the price of one.
An old cotton mill, now a museum, Bancroft Mill operates Lancashire's largest cotton mill steam engine under steam power, in original condition and in situ. Also presenting other engines, steam plant and associated machinery, mill artefacts and pictures. Enjoy a weaving demonstration on Lancashire loom. Café shop, free parking, disabled access. For steaming days please see website.
Telephone: 07707 670177
Website: www.bancroftmill.org.uk
Location
Member offers nearby
Discovery
British in India Museum
Hendon Mill, Hallam Road, Lancashire, North West England, BB9 8AD
View on map
Opened in 1972 by Henry Nelson, the British in India Museum presents an impressive range of swords, kukris, commemorative boxes and plates, as well as coins, photographs, paintings and a whole host of other artefacts. No disabled access, please ring for details. Car parking is available. Directions: look out for 'Doorstep Self Storage' signs at the venue. Museum sign-in on the gate post.
Promoted offer
Railways
East Lancashire Railway
Burrs Country Park, Woodhill Road, Lancashire, North West England, BL8 1DA
View on map
Board one of the East Lancashire Railway's heritage steam and diesel trains and begin your journey back to yesteryear, soaking up the beautiful Irwell Valley scenery of rolling green hills and charming villages along the way. There are plenty of things to see and do and stations are well equipped for visits with cafés, pubs, gift shops and a dedicated Transport Museum which houses vintage vehicles, transport memorabilia and interactive exhibits. The railway also has some fantastic events and experiences scheduled throughout the year, from driving a train to dining behind one.
Two for the price of one with a 'Freedom of the Line' ticket.
Leisure Activities
Go Ape - Rivington
Rivington Lane, Rivington, North West England, BL6 7SB
View on map