Parks and playgrounds offer the perfect opportunity to unwind without breaking the bank.
Whether you're after a peaceful stroll, a scenic view, or a hidden café, we asked our readers to share their favourite spots around Lancashire.
In no particular order, here’s a list of their top recommendations:
9. Watson Road Park Playground
Watson Road, Blackpool, FY4 2BP | 4.5 out of 5 (140 Google reviews) | A family park in the South Shore area of Blackpool with sporting activities and playground | "Great place to go for family and children." | Google
10. Towneley Park
Burnley, BB10 4PJ | 4.7 out of 5 (1,227 Google reviews) | Towneley Park is the largest park in Burnley with a total of 180 hectares of landscaped parkland surrounding Towneley Hall and Museum. | "Kids love the playground and it's a nice day for a family walk." | Kelvin Stuttard
11. Fleetwood Memorial Park
Fleetwood, FY7 7AQ | 4.5 out of 5 (259 Google reviews) | Memorial Park is a much-loved Green Flag park in the heart of Fleetwood. | "Lovely park, well kept and a lovely place to stroll with the dog." | Google
12. Astley park
Park Road, Chorley, PR7 1RF | 4.7 out of 5 (2,679 Google reviews) | Just a short walk from the town centre and home to the River Chor, there are footpaths to enjoy the woodland, glorious gardens to relax in and a beautiful lake enjoyed by families. | "A good place to walk dogs and a large play area for children." | Johnathan Pin