Welcome to Bickerstaffe

Bickerstaffe is a small village located in the West Lancashire district of Lancashire, England. The village is situated between the towns of Ormskirk and Skelmersdale and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Bickerstaffe has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was known as Bikerstat. The village has a population of around 1,500 people and is known for its friendly community and peaceful way of life.

One of the most notable landmarks in Bickerstaffe is St. James' Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another popular attraction in Bickerstaffe is the nearby Beacon Country Park, which offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is a great place for walking, cycling, and picnicking.

Bickerstaffe is also home to a number of local businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The village has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities taking place throughout the year. Bickerstaffe is a great place to live for those who enjoy a peaceful way of life and the beauty of the countryside.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 6.2°C

Feels Like: 2°C

Wind: 15.7 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School	Details
Bickerstaffe Voluntary Controlled Church Of England School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kirstin Carlin	Hall Lane Bickerstaffe Ormskirk Lancashire L39 0EH 01695722957 School Website
St Richards Catholic Primary School Skelmersdale Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr J Jackson	Sandy Lane Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8LQ 01695722346 School Website
West Lancashire Community High School Community Special School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Lee Fazackerley	School Lane Chapel House Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8EH 01695721487 School Website
Kingsbury Primary Special School Community Special School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katie Lyon	School Lane Chapel House Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8EH 01695722991 School Website
Brookfield Park Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Sarah-Jane Whiteside	School Lane Chapel House Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8EH 01695724042 School Website
Westhead Lathom St James Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Clark	School Lane Westhead Ormskirk Lancashire L40 6HL 01695574078 School Website
Trinity Church Of England Methodist School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Tony Currie	Kiln Lane Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8PW 01695723878 School Website
Crow Orchard Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Joanne Maher	School Lane Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8QG 01695724046 School Website
St Edmunds Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Annette Birmingham	Windrows New Church Farm Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8NP 01695724798 School Website
Edge Hill University Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Dr John Cater	St Helen's Road Ormskirk Lancashire L39 4QP 1695575171 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Rainford Junction Road, Rainford, Merseyside, WA11 8SJ 2.35 Miles

Town Green Middlewood Road, Town Green, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 6RG 2.80 Miles

Aughton Park Long Lane, Ormskirk, Merseyside, L39 5BT 2.90 Miles

Ormskirk Station Approach, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 2YN 3.13 Miles

Maghull North Goldcrest Road, Maghull, Merseyside, L31 1HH 3.58 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Newtown Taxis 01695 722551 1 Liverpool Rd, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 8AU 1.66 Miles
Steve's Minibus Hire 07766 336534 12 Turnberry, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 8EQ 1.92 Miles
Skem Express Cars 01695 50005 1 Greenhey Place, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 9SA 2.16 Miles
Choice Hackney Cabs 0151 289 9999 Unit 2/Moorfield Centre, Liverpool, Merseyside, L33 1DF 2.91 Miles
Choice Cars 0151 546 9999 Unit 2/Moorfield Centre, Liverpool, Merseyside, L33 1DF 2.91 Miles
Radcliffe Taxis 0151 547 2699 Unit 2/Moorfield Centre, Liverpool, Merseyside, L33 1DF 2.91 Miles
H C T Airport Transfer Services 01695 558302 15 Firbeck, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 6PL 3.05 Miles
A And B Cabs 01695 577750 14 Moorgate, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 4RY 3.06 Miles
Ormskirk Taxis 01695 575757 42 Moor Street, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 2AQ 3.07 Miles
Ormskirk Taxis And Coaches 01695 573333 12 Station Approach, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 2YN 3.10 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bickerstaffe Church No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Road Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Four Lane Ends Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Bickerstaffe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barrow Nook Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Rainford Road Coal Pit Lane Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Liverpool Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blaguegate Lane Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Wheatsheaf Hotel No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Royal Oak Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Clayton Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wigan Rd No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandy Lane P O Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Rainford Junction No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St James Wellfield Lane Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Sandy Lane Health Centre	Sandy Lane Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8LA
Beacon Primary Care 01695 736000	Beacon Primary Care Sandy Lane Hc, Sandy Lane Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8LA
Dr A Bisarya 01695 736191	Sandy Lane Health Centre Sandy Lane Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8LA
Aughton Surgery 01695 736300	Aughton Surgery 19 Town Green Ln, Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 6SE
Dr Winterburn & Partners	Tower Hill Health Centre Tower Hill Kirkby Liverpool Merseyside L33 1XD

Local Stores

Westgate
45-47 Westgate
Skelmersdale
Lancashire
WN8 8LP
01695 722224
Store Website
1.82 miles

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SPAR Coopers Lane
Coopers Lane
Knowsley Industrial Park
Kirby
Knowsley
L33 7TU
01514332137
Store Website
2.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Skelmersdale Veterinary Practice
33 - 35 Sandy Lane Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8LA skelmersdalevets@gmail.com 1.82 miles

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Barn Lodge Veterinary Centre
1 Palm Court On School Lane Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8PZ 01695 732938 barnlodge@aol.com Website 2.25 miles
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Kirkby Vets
Unit 1 Moorfield Centre Liverpool Merseyside L33 1DF 0151 546 4168 admin@kirkbyvets.co.uk Website 2.86 miles
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Northway Veterinary Centre
142 Liverpool Road Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 3LW 01695 422862 3.35 miles
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Barn Lodge Veterinary Hospital
54A Southport Road Ormskirk Lancashire L39 1LX 01695 572837 barnlodge@aol.com Website 3.42 miles
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Burscough Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 4 Ringstail Retail Park Burscough Lancashire L40 8AD 01704 898890 burscough@vets4pets.com Website 4.02 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Carr Mill Dam
Garswood Old Rd 6.43 miles Come Off The East Lancs At The Traffic Lights And Park In The Toby Carvery Car Park

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Three Sisters And Viridor Woods
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Three Sisters & Viridor Woods. This Walking Route Is Located Close To Wigan, Greater Manchester And Features A Great Forest Setting. WN4 8DD 8.57 miles From Wigan, Take The A49 Warrington Road Heading South. After You Pass By A Shell Garage On Your Left, At The Roundabout You Will See A Brown Road Sign Directing You To 'Three Sisters' (Still On The A49). Take A Left, Following The Road Sign Directions, Onto Bryn Road. Head Down Here And Take The First Proper Road On Your Left, Lockett Road. Then A Left Onto Three Sisters Road, Which Leads You Up To The Car Park.

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Three Sisters And Viridor Woods Walk
Three Sisters Rd Ashton-In-Makerfield Wigan WN4 8DD 8.70 miles

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Colliers Moss Common
Bold Lane 9.38 miles Parking Is Just On The Corner Next To M&Amp;Y Maintenance. Gates Or Open Most Of The Time

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The Dream Sculpture Sutton Manor Woodland
Clock Face, St. Helens. Nice Views. Lovely Walk. The Dream Sculpture Sutton Manor Saint HELENS DISTRICT 9.67 miles

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Clockface Country Park
The Clock Face Country Park Is Located In The South Of St Helens In Merseyside. It's Accessible From Two Main Entry Points In Gorsey Lane And From Clock Face Road (Opposite Sutton Manor Woodland). Maypole Wood Is Located Further Up Gorsey Lane, In Between The Country Park And Hall Lane. Ln 9.68 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	4.8°C	4.3°C	2.2°C	2.2°C	1.6°C	6.3°C	12.9°C	17.1°C	18.2°C	10.8°C	7.3°C	7.5°C
Feels Like	2.4°C	1.8°C	0.4°C	-0.7°C	-1.3°C	4.2°C	12.1°C	16.9°C	18.1°C	9.3°C	5°C	5.2°C

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	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Fog	Overcast	Moderate or heavy rain shower	Heavy rain	Cloudy	Moderate or heavy rain shower	Moderate or heavy rain shower	Overcast
Temp	7.1°C	7.1°C	7°C	6.7°C	7.2°C	8.3°C	9.8°C	12.5°C	13°C	11.1°C	8.6°C	7.1°C
Feels Like	4.6°C	4.4°C	4.4°C	4.5°C	4.4°C	5.2°C	7.1°C	10.3°C	10.6°C	7.7°C	4.6°C	3.6°C

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Temp	5°C	3.6°C	2.2°C	0.4°C	2°C	3.8°C	4.7°C	4.8°C	4.1°C	3.1°C	4.9°C	5.3°C
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