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With a history going back to the Romans, an ancient castle, its own special national anthem, a connection to the slave trade, and the first gruesome murder solved by forensics, Lancaster has a lot to offer.
We'll begin at Lancaster Castle. We'll learn about the trials of the Pendle Witches and prominent Quakers. We'll understand how Lancaster became so prosperous through the slave trade in the 18th century. We'll become acquainted with Lancaster's Black and White Canal. We'll understand how the first use of forensic science solved a murder committed in the centre of Lancaster.
We'll visit:
Lancaster Castle
The Priory
The Quayside
Almshouses
Prosperous houses associated with the slave trade
Other notable buildings of architects and industrialists
Lancaster Canal
The doctor's house that became a crime scene
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the Castle front gate on the steep slope - guide will be carrying a red umbrella
Itinerary
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1
An ancient castle - but what else? Learn about the Castle's place in history - its famous and not so famous prisoners, trials and executions.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Dating back to the 11th century, step inside to admire its stained glass, medieval carvings, and the atmosphere of a church that has served the city for almost a thousand years.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
An eighteenth century harbour on the River Lune, its connections to the international slave trade, and characters connected with this area.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The oldest house in Lancaster. Who it was owned by and its link to witchcraft.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A prince goes missing. Some stories about a potential king of England.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A prince raises the banner and another loses a shoe. Stories about two Royal prices - 300 years apart.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
A murder and a government bonus. Learn about the first murder solved by forensic science and the bonus paid to slave owners.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
A look at an almshouse - still functioning today. Who founded it and how it was financed.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
An educational institute founded by donations - which became the forerunner of the university tradition in the City.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Well-behaved dogs welcomed
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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