There are lots of reasons to visit one of Lakeland's most popular villages this month. The show and the races are just two of them.

Since it was unveiled by The Queen 20 years ago, the statue of Eric Morecambe has become one of Lancashire's iconic landmarks. At the time it was installed, a few months after the death of his long-term comic partner Ernie Wise, the statue was seen then as a catalyst for the town's revival - an 'if we build it, they will come' approach which has worked well.

Our guide to the best events in and around Lancashire this month.

Provenance Food Hall & Restaurant - Born out of a Passion for Great Food.

Here at Samlesbury Hall, we believe the better things in life are those closest to home and with this in mind, we insist on only the finest ingredients sourced from our own gardens and neighbouring Lancashire producers

Sail into Crosby with our guide to what to do and see on this stretch of Lancashire's wonderfully-varied coast

Parts of Lancashire North of the Sands are about to become embroiled in a tug-of-war. Mike Glover reports

Staff and volunteers give an insider's view of what makes Sizergh Castle special

Harry Potter and more awaits on a visit to Edinburgh's opulent Balmoral Hotel

Danielle and Claudia Fogarty have recently revealed their new venture - Storm Fashion, bringing select designer brands to the Ribble Valley.

Addressing your wellbeing can be a complicated matter. Establishing where you are and where you want to be can be the first step towards a better lifestyle.

Lancashire is full of famous walking destinations, but one place that is often overlooked is the Wyre. The upside to visiting the area is that you can explore the beautiful countryside without the crowds of other more visited spots.

You don't need to go far to find a walk even the littlest of legs can enjoy. Try these routes in Lancashire and the Lakes that are suitable for the whole family.

John Lenehan guides us on a walk through a remote and historic stretch of Lancashire's coastline

Many people attribute the grounds surrounding Stonyhurst College as a inspiration for JRR Tolkien, but the surrounding area is full of fantastic walks for Lord of the Rings fans, history buffs and avid ramblers.

Jerry Springer The Opera sparked controversy when it first came to Manchester over a decade ago.

The penultimate production for the Summer season at Keswick's Theatre by the Lake (TBTL) is Alan Ayckbourn's re-working of Chekhov's classic 'Uncle Vanya', moving the action from Russia to the Lake District. The plot looks at how obsession, in many forms, can take hold and strain relationships.

The Mousetrap, still capturing audiences at Blackpool Grand Theatre.

Don't read this review if you want a detailed and knowledgeable account of the moves, techniques and skills that are on display in this year's Hot Ice show at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.