|
Attractions
in Ormskirk
Rufford
Old Hall
The
Hall sits in seven hectares of grounds bordering the Leeds -
Liverpool canal containing peaceful gardens and woodland with picnic
tables
More>>
Burscough
Priory
The few
architectural remains of this once famous Priory are now to be found
on the grounds of Abbey Cottage.
Lathom
House
Lathom
House, which was heroically defended by the Countess of Derby during
the English Civil War, was demolished thereafter. Now, in the centre
of Lathom Park, there stand the extensive buildings of Pilkington
Brothers Research and Development Laboratories.
Martin
Mere and the Mere Sands Nature Reserve
Martin Mere
is a marshland reserve run by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust. It
supports 132 different kinds of waterfowl and is located six miles
from Ormskirk Special
events and exhibitions help to give an insight into the wonder of
wetlands and the vital need for their conservation.
Scarisbrick
Hall
This beautiful house is situated on the site of the ancestral home
of the Scarisbrick family, that dates back to the time of King
Stephen. The present building, considered to be one of the finest
examples of Victorian Gothic architecture in the country, was
designed by Pugin and completed in 1867.
Its most notable feature
is the 100-foot tower, which strongly resembles the well-known clock
tower of the Houses of Parliament, and is visible from many miles
around.
Windmill Animal Farm
Windmill Animal Farm offers visitors the chance to experience the
every day running of a working farm while still having the chance to
watch, feed, touch, and play with the gentle-natured animals. The
farm, on an 150 acre site, keeps many breeds of cows, goats, pigs
and rabbits. Among the facilities are a children's play area, a
large car park, baby changing rooms, quad bikes in the summer, an
attractive gift shop and coffee shop. Disabled visitors are welcome
and catered for. In the centre of the farm stands a derelict
windmill which has been converted into a home for the farm's owners.
School parties are most welcome to visit the farm and educational
guided tours are available. The farm was first opened to the public
in 1992. It is located at Red Cat Lane, in Burscough.
Opening Times: Monday - Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm Tel: 01704 892 282
Church Walks Arcade
Church Walks, Ormskirk L39 3QS
Cobbled alleyways lined with specialist
shops makes Church Walks Arcade a pleasure to stroll. Whether you are
looking for the latest fashion, shopping for a unique gift or
merely passing the time, Church Walks holds something for you.
|
