You can read all about her visit, which included stops at Holy Trinity and Padiham Green primary schools, here.
Carry on scrolling to see a selection of photos from the day.

25. Sarah, Duchess of York, visits Burnley and Padiham
Sarah, Duchess of York, visits Holy Trinity Church of England VA Primary School in Burnley, to meet pupils and attend a special assembly, where five pupils asked questions to the Duchess. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson

26. Visit by Sarah, Duchess of York to Padiham and Burnley
The Duchess meets with community leaders at Ghausia Mosque..©Andy Ford. Photo: Photographer:Andy Ford

27. Visit by Sarah, Duchess of York to Padiham and Burnley
The Duchess meets with community leaders at Ghausia Mosque..©Andy Ford. Photo: Photographer:Andy Ford

28. Visit by Sarah, Duchess of York to Padiham and Burnley
The Duchess meets with community leaders at Ghausia Mosque..©Andy Ford. Photo: Photographer:Andy Ford
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