West Lancashire offers a mix of market town heritage, open countryside and a food scene that has gained national attention, with Ormskirk at its centre. Known for its long-running market, still held twice a week, the town combines traditional stalls with independent shops, cafés and historic streets. The area is also home to outstanding dining experiences, including the Michelin-starred Moor Hall, The Barn at Moor Hall, and Sō–Lō, each showcasing seasonal Lancashire produce and attracting visitors with carefully crafted menus.
For time outdoors, Martin Mere Wetland Centre is a key highlight, drawing visitors looking to experience wildlife and seasonal bird migrations up close. Across the wider area, flat farmland and quiet lanes lend themselves to walking and cycling, with canals and waterways adding to the setting. Farm shops, local producers and food-focused stops are spread across the area, giving plenty of opportunities to experience what West Lancashire is known for beyond the scenery.
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Spooky season is here and so many great Halloween events are kicking off this weekend! However, if Halloween isn't your thing, there are other events taking places across the county! Take a look at a selection of great things to do here
Spooky season is here and so many great Halloween events are kicking off this weekend! However, if Halloween isn't your thing, there are other events taking places across the county! Take a look at a selection of great things to do here
The full line-up of guest speakers has now been announced for Lancashire’s North West Bird Watching Festival, taking place at WWT Martin Mere on 17 and 18 October 2026.
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 MoreThere'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 MoreTucked away in the beautiful grounds of Holland Hall, our Victorian pub is a hidden gem brimming with warmth, character and local charm.
Read MoreSet in 15 acres of formal gardens and the setting of the main Grade II listed stately manor, this unit is one not to be missed.
Read MoreAll you need is love, Holland Hall will take care of the rest.
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Date: 14th Nov 2026
Ormskirk Music Society Choir and Orchestra
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Fine dining at The Restaurant at Holland Hall.
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Start your calligraphy journey with this mindful, creative pastime and art form, with a winter theme.
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Explore the word of wild fungi.
Read MoreDate: 16th Nov 2026
Neville Stack was one of the most celebrated aviators of the inter-war period.
Read MoreDates: 17th Nov 2026 - 18th Nov 2026
This Outdoor First Aid qualification is externally regulated and meets the standards to appear upon the national qualifications frameworks of England and Wales. This course is recognised throughout the UK and is the course of choice for experience...
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