Welcome to Duncombe

Duncombe is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is situated in the Ribble Valley district and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

The village of Duncombe is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is surrounded by stunning countryside, which is perfect for hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities. The village is also home to a number of quaint shops and cafes, where visitors can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and sample some of the local produce.

Duncombe is a close-knit community, and the villagers are known for their friendly and welcoming nature. The village has a number of community events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. The village also has a number of local clubs and societies, including a gardening club and a history society. Overall, Duncombe is a charming and picturesque village that is well worth a visit for anyone who is looking to experience the beauty of rural Lancashire.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 7.3°C

Feels Like: 5.3°C

Wind: 6.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SSE

Local Schools

School	Details
Bilsborrow John Cross Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Liam Reynolds	Garstang Road Bilsborrow Preston Lancashire PR3 0RE 01995640505 School Website
Myerscough College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Robinson	St Michael's Road Bilsborrow Preston Lancashire PR3 0RY 1995642222
Barton St Lawrence Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Goodwin	Jepps Avenue Barton Preston Lancashire PR3 5AS 01772862664 School Website
St Marys Catholic Primary School Claughton On Brock Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Deakin	Smithy Lane Claughton-On-Brock Preston Lancashire PR3 0PN 01995640258 School Website
St Mary And St Andrews Catholic Primary School Barton Newsham Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Roach	Station Lane Barton Preston Lancashire PR3 5DY 01772862335 School Website
Kirkland And Catterall St Helens Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Andrew Scholz	The Green Churchtown Garstang Preston Lancashire PR3 0HS 01995603050 School Website
Garstang Community Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Satinder Singh	Bowgreave Garstang Preston Lancashire PR3 1YE 01995603226 School Website
Catforth Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Bainbridge	School Lane Catforth Preston Lancashire PR4 0HL 01772690451 School Website
Broughton High School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr David Botes	Woodplumpton Lane Broughton Preston Lancashire PR3 5JJ 01772863849 School Website
Broughton In Amounderness Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Oliver Mcphail	Church Lane Broughton Preston Lancashire PR3 5JB 01772862788 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Salwick Station Road, Salwick, Lancashire, PR4 0YH 5.78 Miles

Preston Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP 6.83 Miles

Kirkham And Wesham Station Road, Wesham, Lancashire, PR4 3AA 7.03 Miles

Lostock Hall Watkin Lane, Lostock Hall, Lancashire, PR5 5NF 9.05 Miles

Bamber Bridge Station Road, Bamber Bridge, Lancashire, PR5 6EA 9.36 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Ribble Valley Chauffeur Co Ltd 0870 142 3400 Myerscough Hall, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 0RY 0.59 Miles
Country Cabs 01995 606500 5 Mill Brook, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 1XR 2.29 Miles
Airport Transfers North West 07807 527160 36 Garstang Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 0TD 2.91 Miles
Catterall Executive Travel (Nw) Ltd 01995 600133 36 Garstang Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 0TD 2.91 Miles
16 Seater Mini Bus Transfers 07960 339147 Higham Grange, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 0TF 3.58 Miles
Garstang Cabs 01995 601111 77 Hazelhurst Drive, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 1NB 3.61 Miles
Chauffeurs Ltd 01772 469070 10 Compton Green, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 3UT 4.06 Miles
J Cabs 01995 606666 Green Lane West, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 1NJ 4.13 Miles
Cab Compare 01995 606134 Hill Bank, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 1PS 4.70 Miles
Kiss Limos 01772 712482 4 Regent Park, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 9WX 4.71 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bilsborrow Post Office Collection Today available until:09:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bilsborrow Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brock Station Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
White Horse Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hill View/Lydiate Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Jepps Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eaves Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Joe Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Catterall Lane Beech Ho Farm Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kopper Kettle Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sowerby Road Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Catterall Gates Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Green Man Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Lewth Lewth House Farm Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kenlis Arms Collection Today available until:12:30 Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Garstang Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Garstang Medical Centre Kepple Lane Garstang Preston PR3 1PB
Garstang Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Garstang Medical Centre Kepple Lane Garstang Preston PR3 1PB
Garstang Medical Practice 01995 607399	Garstang Medical Centre Kepple Lane, Garstang Preston Lancashire PR3 1PB
Beech Drive	17-19 Beech Drive Fulwood Preston Lancashire PR2 3NB
Dr Mawson And Partners 01772 511414	Longsands Medical Centre Longsands Lane Fulwood Preston Lancashire PR2 9PF

Local Stores

Catterall - Garstang Road
Westfield Road
Claughton-on-Brock
Preston
Lancashire
PR3 0EN
01995 641208
shop.5411@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.67 miles

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SPAR Claughton On Brock
Claughton Garage
Claughton on Brock
Preston
PR3 0GA
01995 640231
Store Website
1.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Lanes Farm Vets T/A Lanes Vets Ltd
Brockholes Arms Auction Mart Garstang Road Claughton On Brock Preston Lancashire PR3 0PH 01995 602468 farmteam@lanesfarmvets.com Website 1.77 miles
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4 Paws Vets
The Lodge The Avenue Churchtown Preston Lancashire PR3 0HX 07900 366811 mariskarijn@hotmail.com 2.70 miles

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Oakhill Veterinary Centre
Langley Lane Goosnargh Preston Lancashire PR3 2JQ 01772 861300 vets@oakhill-vets.com Website 2.78 miles

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Llm Farm Vets
136 Whittingham Lane Broughton Preston Lancashire PR3 5DD 01772 866 014 lancs@lambertleonardmay.co.uk Website 3.02 miles
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Poultry Health Services
Leonard Lambert And May 136 Whittingham Lane Broughton Preston Lancashire PR3 5DD 01829 740639 barton@poultryhealthservices.com Website 3.02 miles

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The Beacon Veterinary Centre Ltd
12 Bridge Street Garstang Preston Lancashire PR3 1YB 01995 600606 thebeaconveterinarycentre@hotmail.com Website 3.47 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Brock Bottom
Brock Mill Ln Preston PR3 0PP 3.27 miles

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Garstang Millennium Walk
Starting From The High Street Car Park And Follow The Path Along The River. Lovely Walk Along Well Defined Paths Following The River Where Dogs Can Have A Splash And A Swim. Follow The Path Back Through Fields (Usually Livestock Free) To Finish Back At The Car Park Again. Brilliant For Off Lead! Sunnybank High St Garstang Preston PR3 1EB 3.67 miles

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Beacon Fell Walk
Lots Of Different Paths And Routes To Take For A Lovely Walk In The Forest. Plenty Of Room For A Good Run Off Lead, Just Watch Out For The Odd Horse Rider. Beacon Fell Visitor Centre 3.96 miles

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Nicky Nook
Start At Applestore Cafe And Finish There On This Circular Walk.6Km With Ascent Of 200M Apple Store Cafe Snowhill Lane 5.89 miles

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Avenham Valley / Old Tram Road
Factory Ln Penwortham Preston PR1 9TE 7.90 miles I Park At The End Of Factory Lane, Lower Penwortham. Pr1 9Sn. Free Parking Can Be Found Opposite The 'Vernon'S Mill' Which Is A Very Obvious Landmark. The Lane Is About Half A Mile Long And You Will Pass Under The Active Railway Line, Pass 'Vernon'S - Cabus' Cricket Ground On Your Left. Then, Another Hundred Yards To The Car Park.

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Abbystead Reservoir
Woodland Walk By The Side Of A Stream. Lots Of Water For Hot Days. Wellies Needed! Dogs Can Be Off-Lead But Be Aware Of Low Fencing With Cows The Other Side. Doeholme Rake Lancashire 9.67 miles

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Weather Forecast

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy
Temp	-12.3°C	-12.8°C	-15.3°C	-16.4°C	-15.7°C	-11.4°C	-7°C	-3.8°C	-2°C	-2.7°C	-4.8°C	-5.6°C
Feels Like	-15.7°C	-15.4°C	-19.5°C	-20.4°C	-17.6°C	-14.8°C	-10.4°C	-6.9°C	-5.1°C	-5.1°C	-7.4°C	-8.7°C

Saturday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-5.7°C	-5.6°C	-6.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.4°C	-2.6°C	0.4°C	2.9°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	-0.1°C	-1.9°C
Feels Like	-9°C	-9.5°C	-10.9°C	-11.3°C	-10.6°C	-8°C	-4.7°C	-1.7°C	0.1°C	-1°C	-4.1°C	-6.6°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Clear	Clear
Temp	-2.8°C	-3.2°C	-3.5°C	-3.6°C	-1.6°C	1.6°C	5.4°C	8.3°C	9.4°C	8.9°C	6.2°C	1.1°C
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