Ormskirk
Ormskirk is a historic market town at the heart of West Lancashire, known for its long-standing market tradition and compact, walkable centre. The market has been a feature here since 1286 and still takes place every Thursday and Saturday, filling the town with stalls offering everything from fresh produce and baked goods to clothing, gifts and household items. Around the market, a mix of independent retailers, high street names, cafés and pubs means there's plenty to explore.
The town’s history is reflected in its landmarks, including Ormskirk Parish Church, one of only a handful in the country with both a tower and a spire, and the distinctive Clock Tower in the centre. Just beyond the town centre, Coronation Park offers landscaped gardens, a bandstand and a programme of seasonal events, while the popular Ormskirk Gingerbread Festival brings the town together each summer with market stalls, entertainment and community celebrations.
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Ormskirk Businesses
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
There's a fantastic day ahead of you at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Enjoy splashing, dipping, playing, feeding, paddling and getting up-close-and-personal to some of nature's most wonderful wildlife.
Read MoreWindmill Animal Farm
A great family day out, offering visitors the chance to experience the every day running of an actual working farm, while still having the chance to watch, feed and touch the animals.
Read MoreNational Trust Rufford Old Hall
Follow in Shakespeare's footsteps and visit one of Lancashire's finest Tudor buildings which was built in the 1530s.
Read MoreFiddler's Lancashire Crisps
Here on Fiddler's Farm we pride ourselves on making original Lancashire Crisps - using potatoes grown on our farm, hand cooked in our kitchens and enhanced with the traditional flavours of Lancashire.
Read MoreCarnes Fine Art
Carnes Fine Art are proud to be an independent art gallery, specialising in original paintings, sculptures and works on paper.
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September Wedding Open Evening at West Tower
Date: 8th Sept 2026
Explore this award-winning wedding venue at one of the monthly open days.
Read MoreThe Void: A Horror Story
Date: 30th Sept 2026
Dare you enter a world infected by fear?
Read MoreOctober Wedding Open Evening at West Tower
Date: 6th Oct 2026
Explore the award-winning wedding venue at one of the monthly open days.
Read MoreCarnes Fine Art Autumn Exhibition
Dates: 11th Sept 2026 - 17th Oct 2026
An exhibition that celebrates autumn through wildlife art, landscape art and sculpture.
Read MoreOctober Wedding Open Day at West Tower
Date: 18th Oct 2026
Explore this award-winning wedding venue at one of the monthly open days.
Read MoreFarmaggedon
Dates: 27th Sept 2026 - 1st Nov 2026
It isn't part of your night out, it is your night out.
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