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HRS IN LEYLAND Although known internationally for its truck making heritage, a visit to Leyland isn’t just for those who love the smell of a diesel engine. Discover a bustling market town, independent restaurants and quirky museums. After a night staying in the four star Hallmark
opened in 1951 the park is now Grade II listed
Leyland and a hearty breakfast wave hello to
and the Folly Coffee Shop is the latest business
Norma the Leyland Fire Engine (who lives right
to join the existing craft centre and arts studio.
outside the hotel) and head to the South Ribble
You’ll easily while away a few hours exploring
Museum (free), a short drive away. This timber
the park and browsing the crafts and gifts for sale.
framed Tudor school house now houses displays
Head back to Leyland for dinner at La Corte
about local history and archaeological finds from
Italian restaurant which is uniquely located
the area, along with regular art and photography
within the old police station. Prison cells have
exhibitions.
been transformed into intimate booths for
If you are ready for lunch, stroll into the
private dining and the former judge’s chambers
town centre and choose from one of the town’s
and courtroom are now the main dining room
characterful cafes. Lucy’s Teatime Treats and
with opulent chandeliers.
Curious Café both opened in 2016, and offer
Finish the day with a pint, or two, of real
very tempting homemade cakes, freshly made
ale in one of the town’s micro-pubs such as the
lunches and afternoon tea. After lunch take a
Golden Tap and The Market Ale House. Cheers!
walk through Leyland Market and pop into some
If you’re staying for longer you could also
of the independent shops on the main street.
visit the British Commercial Vehicle Museum or
Just a few miles from the town centre,
take a drive out to Samlesbury Hall, a beautiful
Worden Park is over 100 acres of meadows,
stately home dating back to 1325 which has free
woodland water features and play areas. First
entry and a fantastic restaurant.
Norma the Leyland Fire Engine
Worden Park
100 acres of meadows, woodland water features and play areas...
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finish your day with a pint, or two, of real ale in one of the town’s micro-pubs
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