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Hoghton Tower, Hoghton, Nr. Preston PR5 0SH. Tel: 01254 852 986.
A beautiful example of English renaissance architecture standing
proudly on a hill overlooking the surrounding countryside. Over
the centuries this ancient fortified manor house welcomed and
entertained many distinguished guests and visitors including
King James I, William III, George V and Queen Mary and the Duke
of Edinburgh. www.hoghtontower.co.uk. About 3 miles southeast
of Preston.
Samlesbury Hall, Preston
New Rd, Samlesbury, Preston PR5 OUP. Tel: 01254 812010. Samlesbury
Hall is a 14th Century Manor House. It is maintaind by a trust
founded in the 1920's when the Hall was about to be demolished,
since then the Hall has been a museum and Gallery and Host to
many Grand functions. The Hall is open to the public every day
except Saturdays when we are closed for weddings, opening times
are 11am - 4.30pm at an admission price of £3 for Adults
and £1 for children. Henry VIII is here every Sunday giving
free guided tours, first tour starts around 11.15am. www.samlesburyhall.co.uk.
About 4 miles east of Preston.
The Museum of Lancashire, Stanley Street, Preston PR1 4YP. Tel:
01772 534075. Situated within a Grade ll listed building. Discover
our Victorian schoolroom, enjoy a tour through the Home Front
during World War 2 and Fast Forward to the Fifties. Location:
In the centre of Preston.
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