New build homes for sale in Lancaster

Lancaster is an ancient city with a history stretching back to the Roman era, and it played an important role in the War of the Roses. Its history is evident in the castle, cathedral and Ashton Memorial, which are focal points of the city. The city centre is full of narrow, cobbled streets and period buildings, making it a charming place to live.

Living in a historic city doesn’t mean you need to compromise on modern amenities, though. The centre is packed full of shops and services, ranging from the essentials like banks, pharmacies and supermarkets to a huge range of independent boutiques, great restaurants and pubs and plenty of entertainment venues. There’s also a hospital, leisure centre, a great range of schools and a leading university.

Lancaster has great connections to nearby cities and the rest of the country. The train station provides a direct link to both London and Glasgow in under two and a half hours. Closer cities, like Leeds and Manchester, are an hour and an hour and a half away, respectively. Road connections are also very good. Just east of the city, the M6 motorway connects the Midlands with the Scottish border.

For travelling further afield, Manchester Airport can be reached by a direct train. The airport flies to almost 200 destinations across four continents, making it easy to get away for a holiday.

As a historic city, Lancaster boasts a high level of cultural activity. Festivals such as the Lancaster Jazz festival and the Maritime festival provide fun family days out for all to enjoy. For those with a love of theatre, this thriving city will not disappoint – home to the famous Lancaster Grand Theatre and The Dukes, residents can appreciate live performances all year round.

The Forest of Bowland AONB is just a few miles from the city, offering fantastic walking and cycle trails, while parts of the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales can be reached in as little as half an hour. Or, if you’re happiest at the beach, travel just 15 minutes to experience the coastal delights of Morecambe.

The Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Lake District National Park are both just over a thirty-minute drive away. The Lake District is the UK’s most-visited National Park. Offering stunning landscapes, great views and a huge range of outdoor activities, it’s no surprise that it’s such a popular location.

If you’d rather head to the seaside, Morecambe is fifteen minutes away and offers a traditional seaside resort with an award-winning promenade and five miles of beaches. These natural spaces, which are some of the best that the UK has to offer, will all be just a short journey away from your new Persimmon home in Lancaster.