 He spent time on loan with Halifax Town in 1992–93 and then had a memorable temporary spell with Chester City in the closing stages of the following season.He scored seven times in 11 appearances to help clinch promotion for the Blues, including a last-gasp winner against promotion rivals Preston North End in April 1994.Lancashire was recalled to Burnley shortly before the season ended and was an unused substitute in their play-off final victory over Stockport County at Wembley Stadium.