Welcome to Crawford

Crawford Merseyside is a small town located in the north-west of England. It is situated in the county of Merseyside and is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. The town has a population of around 10,000 people and is home to a number of historic landmarks and attractions.

One of the most notable landmarks in Crawford Merseyside is the Crawford Castle. The castle dates back to the 12th century and was once the home of the Crawford family. Today, the castle is a popular tourist attraction and is open to the public for guided tours. Visitors can explore the castle's many rooms and learn about its fascinating history.

Another popular attraction in Crawford Merseyside is the Crawford Museum. The museum is dedicated to the town's history and features a range of exhibits and artifacts. Visitors can learn about the town's industrial past, as well as its cultural heritage and traditions. The museum also hosts a number of events and exhibitions throughout the year, making it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history of Merseyside.

Local Weather

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Wind: 4.9 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
St Aidans C Of E Primary School Billinge Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Fisher	Off London Fields Billinge Wigan Merseyside WN5 7LS 01744678042 School Website
Birchley St Marys Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Andrea Hymers	Birchley Road Billinge Wigan Merseyside WN5 7QJ 01744678610 School Website
Nugent House School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-19 Head Teacher Ms Andrew Howard	Carr Mill Road Billinge Wigan Merseyside WN5 7TT 01744892551 School Website
Chapel End Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Craig Hewitt	Carr Mill Road Billinge Wigan Merseyside WN5 7TX 01744678230 School Website
Winstanley College Further Education Ages:16-19 Head Teacher Ms Louise Tipping	Winstanley Road Billinge Wigan Lancashire WN5 7XF 1695633244 School Website
Orrell Newfold Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr N Harris	St James Road Orrell Wigan Greater Manchester WN5 7BD 01942207134 School Website
Up Holland High School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Paul Scarborough	Sandbrook Road Orrell Wigan Lancashire WN5 7AL 01695625191 School Website
St James Catholic Primary School Orrell Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Gary Hayes	St James Road Orrell Wigan Greater Manchester WN5 7AA 01942748455 School Website
Crawford Village Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debra Eaton	Crawford Village Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9QP 01695622333 School Website
Orrell Holgate Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Gail Worrall	Moor Road Orrell Wigan Lancashire WN5 8SJ 1942776670 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Orrell Church Road, Orrell, Greater Manchester, WN5 8TH 1.60 Miles

Upholland Pimbo Lane, Upholland, Lancashire, WN8 9QD 1.95 Miles

Garswood Station Road, Garswood, Lancashire, WN4 0SA 2.33 Miles

Pemberton Billinge Road, Pemberton, Greater Manchester, WN5 9HX 2.74 Miles

Bryn Wigan Road, Wigan, Lancashire, WN4 0AR 3.02 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Reservoir Taxis 01695 622224 11 Melford Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN5 7DG 0.96 Miles
B.W.Airport Travel 01744 894762 29 Ashfield Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN5 7TE 1.08 Miles
Orrell Mini Travel Ltd 01695 633358 Unit 7, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN5 7XB 1.55 Miles
Orrell Mini Travel Ltd 01695 633358 7 Harswell Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN5 8RG 1.76 Miles
Db Taxis 01942 207410 8 Cambrian Cr, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN3 6DS 2.00 Miles
Wainwrights Minitravel (Wigan Airport Tranfers) 07904 802925 33 Mendip Ave, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN3 6EB 2.11 Miles
5 Star Cars 01942 223535 25 Berkeley Ave, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN3 6HN 2.19 Miles
Abby Cars 01942 707011 17 Hamilton Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN4 0SF 2.22 Miles
Airport-Transfers-Skelmersdale 01695 732555 15 Castlehey, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 9DU 2.34 Miles
Orbit Taxis 01942 718818 9 Abinger Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN4 0RN 2.43 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Billinge P O No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Windsor Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pimbo Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Trent Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Sandy Lane Orrell No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Carr Mill Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Lodge Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Crank Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:30

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Billinge Medical Practice 01744 892205	The Surgery Recreation Drive Billinge, Wigan Lancashire WN5 7LY
Billinge Medical Practice (Orrell Branch) 01695 622982	58 Church Street Orrell Wigan Lancashire WN5 8TQ
Community Tissue Viability Service 01744 627685	Garswood Surg.Billinge Rd Ashton-In-Makerfield Wigan WN4 0XD
Garswood Surgery 01744 621670	Garswood Surgery Billinge Road, Garswood Wigan WN4 0XD
Fairfield Hospital Out Patients 01744 739311	Fairfield Hospital Crank Road, Crank St Helens Merseyside WA11 7RS

Local Stores

Billinge
188 Main Street
Billinge
Wigan
Merseyside
WN5 7PE
01744 893138
shop.8346@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.00 miles

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SPAR Billinge
1 - 3 Rainford Road
Billinge
WN5 7PF
01744892061
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Billinge
42 Rainford Road Billinge Wigan Lancashire WN5 7PF 01744 893232 billinge@medivet.co.uk Website 1.03 miles
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Barn Lodge Veterinary Centre
15 St. James Road Orrell Wigan Lancashire WN5 8SS 01695 625755 barnlodge@aol.com Website 1.74 miles

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Barn Lodge Veterinary Centre
46 Ormskirk Road Upholland Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 0AG 01695 572837 barnlodgevets@gmail.com Website 2.40 miles

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Little Lane Veterinary Clinic
Regan Veterinary Group 30 Little Lane Wigan Lancashire WN3 6PX 01942 231506 regan.littlelane@cvsvets.com Website 2.88 miles
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Bryn Veterinary Centre
14 Downall Green Road Ashton In Makerfield Wigen Lancashire WN4 0DH 01942717777 brynvets@gmail.com Website 2.94 miles
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The Village Veterinary Surgery
3 Bryn Road Bryn Wigan Lancashire WN4 0AA 01942 721562 info@rutland-vets.com Website 3.01 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Carr Mill Dam
Garswood Old Rd 2.33 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 3.51 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 3.62 miles

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Colliers Moss Common
Bold Lane 5.35 miles Parking Is Just On The Corner Next To M&Amp;Y Maintenance. Gates Or Open Most Of The Time

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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 5.92 miles

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Haigh Woodland Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Haigh Woodland Park, Which Is Close To Wigan. Haigh Woodland Park Is One Of The North West's Most Treasured Natural Attractions. It Has Impressive Grounds And Woodlands Which You And Your Dog Can Enjoy, Along With A Stretch Of The Walk Being Alongside The Leeds And Liverpool Canal. WN2 1PE 6.39 miles Haigh Woodland Park Is Within Easy Reach Of Both The M6 (J27) And The M61 (J6). If Approaching From The M6, Take The A49 Towards Standish, Then The B5239 To Haigh. Look Out For The B5239 And Aspull, Then Haigh, When Leaving The M61. Alternatively, Haigh Woodland Park Can Easily Be Found Close To The Two Main A Roads, The A6 And The A49.

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Weather Forecast

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