Welcome to Sunny Bank

Sunny Bank is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. The village is situated in the Ribble Valley district and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Sunny Bank is the local pub, The Red Lion. The pub is a traditional English pub that serves a variety of local beers and ales, as well as classic pub food. The Red Lion is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike, and is known for its friendly atmosphere and welcoming staff.

Another popular attraction in Sunny Bank is the village church, St. Mary's. The church is a beautiful example of English Gothic architecture and dates back to the 14th century. The church is open to visitors and offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere for those looking to reflect and pray. Overall, Sunny Bank is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into traditional English life and culture.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 6.7°C

Feels Like: 4°C

Wind: 8.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SSE

Local Schools

School	Details
Forton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lorna Boase	School Lane Forton Preston Lancashire PR3 0AS 01524791188 School Website
Crookhey Hall School Other Independent Special School Ages:10-17 Head Teacher Ms Samantha Lea	Garstang Road Cockerham Lancaster LA2 0HA 1524792618 School Website
Scorton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Scholz	Snow Hill Lane Scorton Preston Lancashire PR3 1AY 01524791596 School Website
Cockerham Parochial Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kathryn Hutchins	Main Street Cockerham Lancaster Lancashire LA2 0EF 01524791550 School Website
Dolphinholme Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Mather	Dolphinholme Lancaster Lancashire LA2 9AN 01524791530 School Website
Winmarleigh Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Lucy Campbell	Church Lane Winmarleigh Preston Lancashire PR3 0LA 01995603006 School Website
Ellel St John The Evangelist Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Fitzgerald	Chapel Street Galgate Lancaster Lancashire LA2 0JS 01524751320 School Website
Garstang Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Stephanie Reeves	Oak Road Garstang Preston Lancashire PR3 1HT 01995603622 School Website
Calder Lodge School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Dan Creed	Oakenclough Preston Lancashire PR3 1UL 1995676565
St Mary And Michael Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Luena Archibald	Castle Lane Garstang Preston Lancashire PR3 1RB 01995603023 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Lancaster Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW 6.87 Miles

Heysham Port Off Princess Alexandra Way, Heysham Port, Lancashire, LA3 2XE 8.01 Miles

Bare Lane Bare Lane, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 6LL 8.94 Miles

Morecambe Central Drive, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 4DW 9.20 Miles

Poulton-Le-Fylde Breck Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire, FY6 7AA 11.36 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Blue Sky Caterham Hire 01524 752722 Crag Hall/Ellel Grange, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 0HN 1.90 Miles
Cab Compare 01995 606134 Hill Bank, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 1PS 2.33 Miles
J Cabs 01995 606666 Green Lane West, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 1NJ 2.96 Miles
H1 Uk Airport Taxis 01524 751908 4 Tanhouse, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 0RH 2.99 Miles
Airport Connexion 01524 751629 Briggs Brow Cottage, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 0BA 3.02 Miles
Hollyhead Cars 01524 792113 Hollyhead House/Procter Moss Rd, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 9BB 3.29 Miles
Garstang Cars Ltd 01995 607777 1 Brockhouse/Nateby Technology Park/Cartmell Lane, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 0LU 3.65 Miles
Garstang Cabs 01995 601111 77 Hazelhurst Drive, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 1NB 3.67 Miles
Country Cabs 01995 606500 5 Mill Brook, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 1XR 4.76 Miles
Aircar 01524 845845 8 Abbeyfield Clo, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4NL 5.24 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Hollins Lane Collection Today available until:10:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Wallace Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Forton Lodge Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Anderton House Walace Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thorpeys Chippy Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Forton Hall Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crookhey Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Holly Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Scorton Post Office Collection Today available until:10:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Fleece Hotel D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cockerham Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hampson Green Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Five Lane Ends Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Corless Cottage Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Galgate Surgery	Highland Brow Galgate Lancaster Lancashire LA2 0NB
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
University Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Lancaster University Bailrigg Lancaster LA1 4ZP

Local Stores

University of Lancaster
Salisbury House
Lancaster
Lancashire
LA1 4YU
01524 34501
Store Website
3.79 miles

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SPAR Forton
144 Preston Lancaster Rd
Scorton
Preston
PR3 1AD
01524791470
Store Website
0.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Lanes Vets Ltd
Green Lane Veterinary Centre Leachfield Estate Green Lane West, Cabus, Garstang Preston Lancashire PR3 1PR 01995 603349 garstang@lanesvets.com Website 2.89 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Sun	10:00	12:00

The Beacon Veterinary Centre Ltd
12 Bridge Street Garstang Preston Lancashire PR3 1YB 01995 600606 thebeaconveterinarycentre@hotmail.com Website 3.60 miles
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Animals Treated
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4 Paws Vets
The Lodge The Avenue Churchtown Preston Lancashire PR3 0HX 07900 366811 mariskarijn@hotmail.com 4.84 miles

Animals Treated
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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 5.24 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Lancaster Vets
195 Bowerham Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4HT 01524 840033 mail@lancastervets.co.uk Website 5.70 miles
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Animals Treated
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Farm Gate Veterinary Services Ltd
Bank Top Lancaster Auction Market Wyresdale Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 3JQ 01524 60006 vet@farmgatevets.com Website 6.26 miles
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Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Nicky Nook
Start At Applestore Cafe And Finish There On This Circular Walk.6Km With Ascent Of 200M Apple Store Cafe Snowhill Lane 1.48 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 3.37 miles

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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 5.00 miles

Location what3words blast.exonerate.hothouse

Brock Bottom
Brock Mill Ln Preston PR3 0PP 6.00 miles

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Williamson Park
Williamson Park Is Home To The Iconic Ashton Memorial And Holds 54 Acres Of Parkland With Woodland Walks And Excellent Views Over The City Of Lancaster And Across To Morecambe Bay. Lancashire LA1 1UX 6.51 miles Leave The M6 At Junction 33 Or 34 And Follow Signs For Lancaster City Centre. Once In The City Follow Tourist Information Signs For ‘Ashton Memorial’ Or ‘Butterfly House’.

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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 6.77 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
Feels Like	-7.9°C	-8.6°C	-9°C	-9.2°C	-6.8°C	-2.8°C	2°C	5.8°C	7.3°C	6.9°C	3.5°C	-2.9°C

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