Welcome to Ormskirk

Ormskirk is a market town located in West Lancashire, England. The town is situated on the banks of the River Tawd and is known for its historic architecture, vibrant market, and beautiful countryside. Ormskirk has a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it was granted a market charter by King Edward I. The town's market is still held twice a week and is a popular attraction for locals and visitors alike.

Ormskirk is home to several notable landmarks, including the Parish Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its impressive tower and beautiful stained glass windows. Another popular attraction in Ormskirk is the Ormskirk Clock Tower, which was built in 1876 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. The clock tower is located in the town center and is a popular meeting spot for locals.

Ormskirk is surrounded by beautiful countryside, including the nearby Martin Mere Wetland Centre, which is home to a variety of bird species and other wildlife. The town is also located close to the coast, with several popular seaside resorts within easy reach. Ormskirk is a charming town with a rich history and plenty of attractions to explore, making it a popular destination for visitors to Lancashire.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Moorgate Nursery School
La Nursery School
Ages:3-5
Head Teacher
Mrs Gianna Walsh
Moorgate
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 4RY
01695573470
School Website
Turning Point Academy
Other Independent School
Ages:7-16
Head Teacher
Mr Mike Marshall
Hants Lane,
Ormskirk
West Lancashire,
L39 1PX
1695227690
School Website
Ormskirk St Annes Catholic Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Philip Bates
Aughton Street
Townend
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 3LQ
01695574697
School Website
St Bedes Catholic High School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Morgan
St Anne's Road
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 4TA
01695570335
School Website
The Acorns School
Pupil Referral Unit
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Joanne Hodson
43 Ruff Lane
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 4QX
01695575486
School Website
Ormskirk Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Giles Storch
Greetby Hill
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 2DP
01695574027
School Website
Ormskirk West End Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Phil Clarke
Grimshaw Lane
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 1PA
01695574375
School Website
Ormskirk Asmall Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Michelle Speak
Tennyson Drive
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 3PJ
01695576654
School Website
Pontville School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Justine Sims
Black Moss Lane
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 4TW
1695578734
School Website
Ormskirk School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr John Burnham
Wigan Road
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 2AT
1695583040
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ormskirk
Station Approach, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 2YN
0.24 Miles
Aughton Park
Long Lane, Ormskirk, Merseyside, L39 5BT
0.99 Miles
Town Green
Middlewood Road, Town Green, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 6RG
1.90 Miles
Burscough Junction
Junction Lane, Burscough, Lancashire, L40 5SP
2.83 Miles
New Lane
New Lane, Near Burscough, Lancashire, L40 0RY
3.11 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Ormskirk Taxis
01695 575757
42 Moor Street, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 2AQ
0.09 Miles
Ormskirk Taxis By Blueline
01695 575050
7 Bridge Avenue, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 4RL
0.14 Miles
Ormskirk Taxis And Coaches
01695 573333
12 Station Approach, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 2YN
0.19 Miles
Green Line Taxis
01695 575757
12 Station Approach, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 2YN
0.19 Miles
A And B Cabs
01695 577750
14 Moorgate, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 4RY
0.20 Miles
Airport Taxi's
07767 612338
Rivington Drive, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L40 7RN
2.50 Miles
Burscough Hire
01704 896969
62-64 Liverpool Road North, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L40 4BY
3.07 Miles
Premier Private Hire
01704 892000
39 Liverpool Road North, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L40 0SA
3.07 Miles
Steve's Minibus Hire
07766 336534
12 Turnberry, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 8EQ
3.32 Miles
Newtown Taxis
01695 722551
1 Liverpool Rd, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 8AU
3.61 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ormskirk Post Office
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Ormskirk Post Office
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Church Street
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Park Road Morrisons
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Derby Street
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Special Mailbox:
Derby Street
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Moorgate Bridge Street
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Stanley Street
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New Court Way
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Knowsley Road
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Town End Haughton Street
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Redgate
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Altys Lane
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Halsall Lane
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Yewtree Road
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Beacon Railway Road Practice
9-11 Railway Road
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 2DN
Ormskirk Medical Practice
01695 588808
Ormskirk Medical Practice
18 Derby Street
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 2BY
The Elms Practice
01695 588710
The Elms Practice
16 Derby Street
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 2BY
Hants Lane Clinic - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Hants Lane
Ormskirk
L39 1PX
Hants Lane Clinic - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Hants Lane
Ormskirk
L39 1PX
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Local Stores

Wigan Road - Ormskirk
52 Wigan Road
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 2AU
01695 570142
Store Website
0.32 miles
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SPAR G & E Ormskirk
242 Southport Road
Ormskirk
L39 1LZ
01695580550
Store Website
0.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Barn Lodge Veterinary Hospital
54A Southport Road
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 1LX
01695 572837
barnlodge@aol.com
Website
0.27 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Dogs

Small Mammals

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Northway Veterinary Centre
142 Liverpool Road
Aughton
Ormskirk
Lancashire
L39 3LW
01695 422862
1.23 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Cats

Dogs

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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
1.71 miles
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Open at weekends

Client car park

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Cats

Dogs

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

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Barn Lodge Veterinary Centre
1 Palm Court
On School Lane
Skelmersdale
Lancashire
WN8 8PZ
01695 732938
barnlodge@aol.com
Website
3.79 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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Noah'S Ark Vet Centre
44 - 46 Westway
Maghull
Liverpool
L31 0AB
0151 440 2680
noahsarkvetcentre@gmail.com
Website
4.27 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Local Dog Walks

Ainsdale Beach
Open Beach With Sand Dunes, Large Car Park Right On The Beach
Ainsdale Beach
Ainsdale
Lancashire
7.35 miles

This Is The Little Beach Near Pontins, Not The Main Beach In The Centre
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Formby Squirrel Reserve (Leading To The Beach)
Parking Available At The Squirrel Walk Entrance Or Further Down Right At The Beach.
85 Victoria Rd
Formby
Liverpool
L37 1LJ
8.14 miles

Free Parking After 5:30Pm
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Carr Mill Dam
Garswood Old Rd
9.53 miles

Come Off The East Lancs At The Traffic Lights And Park In The Toby Carvery Car Park
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Yarrow Valley Country Park
Chorley
PR7 3QL
10.65 miles

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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
11.20 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
11.34 miles

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