This summer is on course to be the hottest on record.
But a band of rain is on the way in coming days - meaning this weekend could be your last chance (for a while) to enjoy a picnic in one of Lancashire’s beauty spots.
We’ve rounded up a list of top-rated destinations across the region, according to Google Reviews, all rated above 4/5.
Take a look at the pages below for more information.
5. Wyre Estuary Country Park
Wyre Estuary Country Park rates as 4.6/5 on Google Reviews. It's popular for its riverfront park featuring a playground, walking trails, wildlife habitats and picnic areas. One person said: "Different paths some good others a little muddy, wellies or walking boots are a good idea. Lots of places to have a seat and watch the world go by or have lovely picnic." | submit Photo: submitted
6. Avenham and Miller Parks, Preston
Two adjacent parks in Preston city centre, with great places for picnicing. There's the river banks, great lawned areas, the Japanese Gardens, benches near the fountain in Miller Park, on top of the famous egg-rolling hill, or perhaps in the shade of maginifent trees. If you don't fancy taking food, then there's a cafe in Avenham Park with toilets, and a children's play area nearby. Or you could nip up the hill and into Preston city centre to bring something back. Rates as 4.7/5 on Google Reviews. | National World Photo: NW
7. Witton Country Park, Blackburn
Witton Country Park, Blackburn, rates as 4.4/5 on Google. It's not far from junction 3 of the M65, and features 480-acres in the west of Blackburn. Around half of the country park is mixed woodland and parkland, while the rest is either farmland or rough grassland with open access. There's also a Go Ape centre for activities before or after a picnic, should you want to give it a go. | submit Photo: submit
8. Worden Hall and Park, Leyland
Worden Park in Leyland, rates as 4.7/5 on Google Reviews. South Ribble Borough Council have poured a lot of time and money into this park and it's buildings in recent years. There's a huge play area, woodland and river walk, a cafe, kiosks and toilets, walled garden, a maze, formal gardens, car park with dog cleaning facilities and a miniature railway which runs at certain times of the year. | Google