Travel Guide to Hoghton Tower

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, head towards the M6 motorway. If you are coming from the north, take the M6 southbound and exit at Junction 29, following the signs for the A6 towards Blackburn. If coming from the south, take the M6 northbound and also exit at Junction 29. Once you are on the A6, continue towards Blackburn. After approximately 3 miles, turn onto the Blackburn Old Road (A674) and follow the signs for Hoghton Tower. The entrance to Hoghton Tower will be on your left after about 1 mile. Parking is available on-site, but please note there may be a small parking fee.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, start by taking a train to Preston Station from various locations in North West England. Once you arrive at Preston, exit the station and head to the bus station located adjacent to the train station. From there, catch the bus service 125 towards Blackburn. This bus will take you to a stop near Hoghton Tower. Make sure to inform the driver you want to get off at Hoghton Tower. The bus fare will typically cost around £3-£5. After you get off, it's about a 10-minute walk to the entrance of Hoghton Tower. Follow the signs leading up Blackburn Old Road to reach your destination.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can take a taxi from Preston Station to Hoghton Tower. The journey takes around 15-20 minutes, and you can expect to pay approximately £15-£20 for the fare. This option is convenient if you have luggage or prefer not to navigate public transport.