Welcome to Old Boston

Old Boston Merseyside is a historic town located in the north-west of England. It is known for its rich history, beautiful architecture, and vibrant culture. The town was founded in the 13th century and has since then been a hub of trade and commerce. The town's economy was primarily based on the textile industry, and it was one of the leading producers of cotton and wool in the country.

The town's architecture is a testament to its rich history. The town has many beautiful buildings that date back to the 18th and 19th centuries. The town hall, the St. Mary's Church, and the Old Market Hall are some of the most notable buildings in the town. The town's architecture is a blend of different styles, including Georgian, Victorian, and Gothic. The town's architecture is a reflection of its rich cultural heritage and is a source of pride for its residents.

Old Boston Merseyside is also known for its vibrant culture. The town has a rich tradition of music, art, and literature. The town has produced many famous writers, musicians, and artists over the years. The town's cultural scene is still thriving, and there are many events and festivals that take place throughout the year. The town's residents are proud of their cultural heritage and are always eager to share it with visitors.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: -2.7°C

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Wind: 5.6 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School	Details
The Byrchall High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Alan Birchall	Warrington Road Ashton-In-Makerfield Wigan Greater Manchester WN4 9PQ 01942728221 School Website
St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School Ashton In Makerfield Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Mark Dumican	Rookery Avenue Ashton-In-Makerfield Wigan Greater Manchester WN4 9PF 01942728651 School Website
Hope Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Marie Adams	Ashton Road Newton Le Willows Merseyside WA12 0AQ 01744671930 School Website
St James' Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Young	Lyme Street Haydock St Helens Merseyside WA11 0NL 1744678545 School Website
Haydock English Martyrs Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Karen Prescott	Piele Road Haydock St Helens Merseyside WA11 0JY 01942723552 School Website
St Marys Catholic Infant School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Justine Kellett	Victoria Road Newton Le Willows Merseyside WA12 9RX 01744678357 School Website
St Oswalds Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Hassan	Council Avenue Ashton-In-Makerfield Wigan Greater Manchester WN4 9AZ 01942724820 School Website
The District C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lavern Shelford	Patterson Street Newton Le Willows Merseyside WA12 9PZ 01744678250 School Website
St Marys Catholic Junior School Voluntary Aided School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Justine Kellett	Barn Way Newton Le Willows Merseyside WA12 9QQ 01744678603 School Website
Lyme Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Marie Cribb	Lyme Street Newton Le Willows Merseyside WA12 9HD 01744678350 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Earlestown Railway View, Earlestown, Merseyside, WA12 9AU 1.37 Miles

Newton-Le-Willows Mill Lane, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside, WA12 9SF 1.56 Miles

Garswood Station Road, Garswood, Lancashire, WN4 0SA 1.90 Miles

Bryn Wigan Road, Wigan, Lancashire, WN4 0AR 2.10 Miles

St Helens Junction Station Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3LA 3.63 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Grange Mini Travel 01942 729292 60 Kenyon's Lane South, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA11 0LN 0.66 Miles
1St Class Cabs 01942 729030 31 Flora Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN4 9EG 0.85 Miles
Hcm Taxi's 01925 292666 Millfield Business Park/Millfield La, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA11 9UT 0.98 Miles
Haydock Travel 01942 728711 Millfield Business Park Millfield Lane, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA11 9UT 0.98 Miles
Ashton Private Hire 01942 727777 8 Princess Rd, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN4 9DA 1.11 Miles
Martini Cars Limo Hire 0800 118 2300 Victora Road, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside, WA12 9RX 1.15 Miles
Rainbow Taxis 01942 711441 2B Wigan Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN4 9BJ 1.22 Miles
T A F Private Hire 01942 201660 99 Wigan Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN4 9BH 1.29 Miles
A.S.A.P. Private Hire 01925 225260 18 Queen St, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside, WA12 9AX 1.39 Miles
Ashcrofts Mini Travel 01942 717918 12 Harvey Lane, Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 3RS 1.43 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Vista Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Haydock Lodge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Penny Lane Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elston Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kilbuck Lane Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kilbuck Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ashton Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park View Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Makerfield Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Johns Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Davies Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
101 Vista Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ashton Heath Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
New Boston Post Office Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Londis Crow Lane East Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Primary Care Adhd Service 01744 457229	Haydock Medical Centre Woodside Road,Haydock St Helens Merseyside WA11 0NY
Haydock Medical Centre 01744 624360	Woodside Healthcare Centr Woodside Road Haydock Merseyside WA11 0NA
Newton Medical Centre 01744 624885	Newton Medical Centre 1 Belvedere Road Newton-Le-Willows Merseyside WA12 0JJ
Vista Road Surgery 01925 221457	Vista Locality Centre Vista Road Newton Le Willows Merseyside WA12 9ED
Medicentre 01942 483755	Ashton Health Centre Council Avenue Ashton In Makerfield WN4 9AZ

Local Stores

Lowton
237 Church Lane
Lowton
Warrington
Greater Manchester
WA3 2RZ
01942 276743
Store Website
2.35 miles

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SPAR Newton Le Willows
105 High Street
Newton Le Willows
WA12 9SL
01925224863
Store Website
1.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Haydock Veterinary Surgery
142 Church Road Haydock St. Helens Merseyside WA11 0LA 01942 716640 info@rutland-vets.com Website 1.00 miles
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Medivet Newton Le Willows - Newton Vets
101A High Street Newton-Le-Willows Merseyside WA12 9SL 01925 224839 newton-le-willows@medivet.co.uk Website 1.22 miles
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Johnson &Amp; Wood Veterinary Practice Ltd
9-11 Tamworth Street Newton-Le-Willows Merseyside WA12 9PS 01925 226977 enquiries@johnsonandwood.co.uk Website 1.28 miles
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Golborne Veterinary Centre
3 John Street Golborne Cheshire WA3 3AS 01942 718 777 1.71 miles

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Orrell Equine Veterinary Practice Ltd
2 Wigan Road Golborne Warrington Cheshire WA3 3UA 01942 733989 info@orrell-equine.co.uk Website 2.05 miles


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Bryn Veterinary Centre
14 Downall Green Road Ashton In Makerfield Wigen Lancashire WN4 0DH 01942717777 brynvets@gmail.com Website 2.14 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Three Sisters And Viridor Woods Walk
Three Sisters Rd Ashton-In-Makerfield Wigan WN4 8DD 2.31 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 2.42 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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Colliers Moss Common
Bold Lane 3.09 miles Parking Is Just On The Corner Next To M&Amp;Y Maintenance. Gates Or Open Most Of The Time

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Carr Mill Dam
Garswood Old Rd 3.20 miles Come Off The East Lancs At The Traffic Lights And Park In The Toby Carvery Car Park

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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 3.80 miles

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Pennington Flash
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Pennington Flash Country Park. Situated In Leigh, Around 6-Miles South-East Of Wigan, Pennington Flash Is A Popular Country Park And Nature Reserve. At Its Centre Is A 70-Hectacre Lake (The 'Flash'), Formed As A Result Of Mining Subsidence And Flooding. WN7 3PA 4.12 miles Sign Posted From The A580 East Lancs Road. Follow The Signs And Turn Onto The A579 Atherleigh Way Then Left Onto The A572 St Helens Road. The Main Entrance Is Situated On St Helens Road Opposite Leigh Fire Station.

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Weather Forecast

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