If you're on the hunt for a budget-friendly day out, why not plan a visit to Lancashire?
We asked our readers to share the best free things to do in the county - perfect for those days when you are looking for something to do without costing you the earth.
Here are 21 of the best things to do in Lancashire that won't hurt your wallet:

7. Brooks Collectables and Toy Museum
Unique to Blackpool, family run collectors shop with free entry to their first floor memorabilia museum on South Promenade. | Daniel Martino Photo: Daniel Martino

8. The Tolkien Trail
A 9km (5 1/2 miles) circular walk starting and finishing at Hurst Green in Ribble Valley, Lancashire. The village of Hurst Green is situated in the Ribble Valley, one of the most glorious landscapes in Britain. | Contributed Photo: Contributed

9. Beacon Fell Country Park
The Beacon Fell Country Park consists of 110 hectares (271 acres) of woodland, moorland and farmland. The Beacon Fell summit is 266 metres (873 feet) above sea level and offers spectacular views of the Forest of Bowland and Morecambe Bay. On a clear day it is even possible to see the Isle of Man. | Google Photo: Google

10. Blackburn Cathedral
Feel the past around you on a visit to Blackburn Cathedral in the centre of this Pennine Lancashire town. World class organ, aluminium spire, 10 bells, café and shop. | Tim Green

11. Fairhaven Lake
Fairhaven Lake is one of the borough’s most popular attractions. Situated between Lytham and St Anne’s, the salt water lake is positioned directly on the coast next to Granny’s Bay and Stanner Bank. | Google Photo: Google

12. Lancaster City Museum
Discover more about Lancaster's past from the Romans to the present day and trace the pedigree of Lancaster's regiment from 1680 onwards at the King's Own Royal Regiment Museum. | Contributed Photo: Contributed