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Garstang

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

Garstang Arts Centre

Garstang Arts Centre

Garstang Arts Centre is open to view the free arts and crafts exhibitions and visit the café.There are a variety of activities to enjoy ranging from musical and literary to energetic and creative.

Boats on Lancaster Canal, Garstang

Lancaster Canal

Through the heart of Garstang is the Lancaster Canal, perfect for walking along and visiting one of Garstang’s many brilliant pubs and eateries or taking a canal boat cruise

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Millennium Green

With the River Wyre running alongside, it makes for a peaceful walking place for all ages. Enjoy a family picnic and admire the stunning views Wyre's countryside has to offer.

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Tourist Information Point

Garstang's Tourist Information Point is based within the town's library. Find a range of information about the local area including things to do and local events.

Garstang High Street on market day

Garstang market

Visit Garstang Market, a traditional outdoor market that takes place every Thursday and offers a variety of stalls with everything you need from children's clothes to plants, household goods to gifts and plenty more.

The Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre

The Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre

Just a 5-10 minute drive outside of Garstang down the A6 is the Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre, with great food and drinks, a cinema, bowling, crazy golf, crazy pool, curling and much more.

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Garstang Heritage Trail

Visit various hotspots around town to discover amazing pictures, films, audio recordings, and written pieces about the heritage of Garstang.

Garstang Heritage Trail
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