Home to a rich legacy from the Roman era, a historic castle, a unique national song, ties to the transatlantic slave trade, and the first case of a brutal murder cracked using forensic science, Lancaster brims with intriguing sites and stories.

Our journey commences at Lancaster Castle, delving into the trials of the Pendle Witches and prominent Quakers. We’ll delve into the ways in which Lancaster flourished due to its involvement in the 18th-century slave trade. We’ll learn about Lancaster’s Black and White Canal and how the pioneering use of forensic science helped solve a murder in the heart of Lancaster.

Sites we’ll explore:

• Lancaster Castle
• The Priory
• The Quayside
• Almshouses
• Affluent houses tied to the slave trade
• Other distinctive edifices linked to architects and industrial magnates
• Lancaster Canal
• The residence of a physician that transformed into a murder scene