Garstang is a true countryside gem becoming the first Fairtrade town in 2000 and is known locally for its tasty home-grown produce including Garstang blue cheese! The Fairtrade ethos is carried on today and is promoted throughout the various cafes, restaurants, shops, businesses and schools.
The town prides itself on being home to a variety of specialist shops where you can pick up treats galore that you won’t find on your average supermarket shelf, ranging from local foods to fashion.
The history of Garstang stretches back thousands of years as Bronze Age artefacts have been found in the area. This becomes evident when walking down the wonderful, traditional cobbled high street once used as a cattle market. There are plenty of historical landmarks such as the Market Cross in the centre of the town which was erected in 1887 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee.
If you’re here at the start of May, don’t miss the annual Garstang Walking Festival, it’s the perfect way to explore this beautiful part of the world.
There are two lovely parks with great play areas for children, Moss Lane Park and Kepple Lane Park. These are great to play sport on and there are football posts up all year round.
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Garstang Town Trust
To find out more about Garstang's markets and historic buildings check out Garstang Town Trust's website