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Lancaster (/ ˈ l æ ŋ k ə s t ər /, / ˈ l æ n k æ s-/) [2] is a city [3] in Lancashire, England, and the main cultural hub, economic and commercial centre of City of Lancaster district. The city is on the River Lune, directly inland from Morecambe Bay.
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The City of Lancaster, or simply Lancaster (/ ˈ l æ ŋ k æ s t ər /), [2] [3] is a local government district with city status in Lancashire, England. It is named after its largest settlement, Lancaster, and also includes the towns of Carnforth, Heysham and Morecambe and a wider rural hinterland.
Lancaster has a fascinating, varied and ancient history, with royal connections. The Romans established a garrison on the hill by the river. The city’s first recorded name, Lancastre, meaning ‘Roman fort on the River Lune’ is recorded in the Domesday book in 1086.
Lancaster. Steeped in almost 1000 years of history including the trials of the Pendle Witches and the Birmingham Six, Lancaster Castle is one of the most important historic monuments in the North West. Come and visit the old cells, Shire Hall and Crown Court. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating. 2764 reviews.
From its beginnings as a Norman Fortress, Lancaster’s historic buildings and attractions tell epic tales and offer plenty of things to do.