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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Pumpkin picking is becoming more popular every year, with all shapes, colours, and sizes ready to be picked and carved. Even better, most places now provide you with the option to carve your pumpkin there, so you can leave your mess behind!
Ormskirk Businesses
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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.
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Windmill Animal Farm
Windmill Animal Farm is 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.
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Arts & Culture
Carnes Fine Art
Carnes Fine Art are proud to be an independent art gallery, specialising in original paintings, sculptures and works on paper. The gallery is located at Cedar Farm in the rural and beautiful setting of Mawdesley, Lancashire.
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Fiddler'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.
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The Secret Garden Woodland Glamping
The Secret Garden woodland glamping pods promise to be an experience not to be missed!
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