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Situated on a high ridge overlooking the low-lying area of the Fylde. Mellor Moor was the site of a Roman encampment, an outpost of the one at Ribchester.
Village
Up Holland
Up Holland, created as a parish council in 1983, lies on the slope of a ridge to the west of Wigan. It is a place of great antiquity. A figure of victory, probably of Roman workmanship, was found in a field at Up Holland in the 19th century and old…
Countryside
Nr Lancaster
The Lune valley stretches from the Lancaster Estuary up to Newbiggin on Lune, near Tebay. There are several good walks cycling and driving routes. Maps from Lancaster Visitor Information
Market Town
The town gained its name from the Wyre estuary, which lies less than 2 kilometres to the north-east at Skippool.
Countryside
Croston
Take in Croston’s picture postcard cottages, historic homes, a church that dates back to William the Conqueror and a cobbled packhorse bridge, erected in the 15th century, which crosses the River Yarrow.
Town
It offers an impressive array of holiday houses, guest houses and hotels like its neighbour but has a more relaxed atmosphere which has resulted in the town becoming a very popular place for retirement in recent years.
Village
Scarisbrick - pronounced scazebrick - is the largest parish in Lancashire with 8,000-plus acres of rich agricultural land stretching between Ormskirk and Southport. It is bisected by the busy A570 between the two towns as well as by the Leeds and Liv
Countryside
CLITHEROE
Chipping is a picturesque village on the slopes above the River Loud. In Medieval days no fewer than five water mills were sited along Chipping beck.
Countryside
Clitheroe
Home to the Higher Hodder Bridge, Chaigley is a starting point for many lovely walks.
Countryside
Set on the banks of the River Wyre with the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Garstang is steeped in history with beautiful architecture, abundant wildlife and array of activities.
Village
Carnforth
Borwick village is situated close to the Cumbrian border, two miles from Junction 35 on the M6 and close to Lancaster. Its main attraction is Borwick Hall, a beautiful 16thC Manor House set in 18 acres of grounds amid open countryside.
City
Lancaster
The City of Lancaster has a rich heritage, with Roman, Norman, Georgean and Victorian features. There are walks and cyclepaths, historic buildings to visit and a magnificent Castle to tour. Pubs and restaurants all over town, with a busy nightlife.
Village
St Annes Road West, Lytham St Annes
The picturesque village of Wrea Green is an old village near to Kirkham. The main attractions to the village include the newly refurbished Grapes Public House and restaurant and the traditional village green where cricket is played during the summer
Countryside
Lancaster
The village of Dolphinholme is on the edge of the Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Its famous church wes designed by Lancaster architects Austin & Paley.
Town
Surrounded by stunning moorlands, right in the Pennine hills, Bacup is home to beautiful, historic architecture, fantastic views across the valley and varied activities for all ages.
Described by English Heritage as the best-preserved cotton…
Countryside
Yealand Conyers is a tranquil village with local walks affording impressive views of Morecambe Bay, the Lakeland Fells and Pennines. Leighton Hall, with its origins dating back to 1246 is close by and the village also has a traditional pub.
Town
The market town of Longridge commands a view of the whole of the Fylde Plain.
From the top of Longridge Fell it is possible to see the Welsh Mountains, the Isle of Man, Ingleborough and the Loud Valley.
Village
Clitheroe
On the fringe of Pendle Forest, Sabden is set beneath the impressive bulk of Pendle Hill. This is the site of Pendle Ski Club's dry slopes, where tuition is available to visitors. Pendle Hill itself is where George Fox, founder of the Quakers,…