The Ashton Memorial was commissioned by Lord Ashton, a Lancaster-born self-made millionaire from oil cotton and linoleum production, as a tribute to his late wife. The Ashton Memorial also has an outdoor viewing platform and an art gallery.
Parking
On site parking
Price Details
Educational Visit
(Child)
Price: $5.19
Opening
01 Apr 2010 to 30 Sep 2010
Monday 10:00-17:00
Tuesday 10:00-17:00
Wednesday 10:00-17:00
Thursday 10:00-17:00
Friday 10:00-17:00
Saturday 10:00-17:00
Sunday 10:00-17:00
Bank Holiday 10:00-17:00
01 Oct 2010 to 31 Mar 2011
Monday 10:00-16:00
Tuesday 10:00-16:00
Wednesday 10:00-16:00
Thursday 10:00-16:00
Friday 10:00-16:00
Saturday 10:00-16:00
Sunday 10:00-16:00
Bank Holiday 10:00-16:00
Visit Details
Groups accepted
Toilets
The Ashton Memorial was commissioned by Lord Ashton as a tribute to his late wife. Born in Lancaster, Lord Ashton became a millionaire producing oil cloth and linoleum, which was exported from the port all over the world. It gives a reminder of the importance of Lancaster as a thriving commercial centre, not only in times past, but now in the 21st Century.
The stonework reflects the colour of the sun, and can be seen in hues from pale yellow through pure white to deep orange, depending on the time of day - an image of inspiration and contemplation for any observer.
The first floor outdoor viewing gallery provides superb views of the surrounding countryside and across Morecambe Bay. Views of Lancaster Castle and the Priory Church on one side and the River Lune on the other offer a simply breathtaking sightseeing experience.
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