Ormskirk
Ormskirk
Welcome to our page of information, attractions and places of interest around Ormskirk. The Ormskirk hotels listed below are either in the town or we have given a rough guide as to how far they are from Ormskirk. From Ormskirk you can explore the long sandy beaches of the Fylde coast and enjoy some of Britain's top seaside resorts. We hope you enjoy your stay and find your ideal accommodation. Ormskirk is a historic parish and market town. Its first settlers were probably the Vikings or Norsemen from Ireland and the Isle of Man who invaded and settled in the north-west of England in the ninth and tenth centuries. Among the Viking leaders was Orme who, according to legend, settled on the coast near the south of the River Ribble in the year 840 AD. Ormskirk is renowned for its surrounding cobbled alleyways of tiny shops. Many of Ormskirk's shops are laid out on the lines of the mediaeval plots of land. Alongside several of the shops are the archway entrances to the yards behind, these entrances were for horse-drawn wagons and the yards were once the trade centres for mediaeval craftsmen. The historic market was created by the grant of a royal market charter to the monks of Burscough Priory by Edward I in 1286. The Thursday and Saturday outdoor market provide about 150 stalls that offer every type of goods. The church of St Peter & St Paul is unusual having both a tower and a spire - both ancient - standing side by side. This feature is seen on only two other parish churches in England.

Visitor attractions and information - Ormskirk

	Martin Mere Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, Burscough, Ormskirk. Tel: 01704 89518. The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust is the largest international wetland conservation charity in the UK. Have a fantastic day out at Martin Mere seeing, feeding and learning about wetland birds. Licensed cafeteria, children's play area, shops. Excellent disabled access and toilet facilities. Talks and tactile exhibits by prior arrangement. Guide Dogs allowed. About 4 miles north of Ormskirk.
	Rufford Old Hall, 200 Liverpool Road, Rufford, nr Ormskirk L40 1SG. Tel: 01704 821254. One of Lancashire's finest 16th-century buildings with a spectacular Great Hall, intricately carved wooden screen and hammer-beam roof. NT charges apply. About 5 miles north of Ormskirk.
	TAWD VALLEY PARK, SKELMERSDALE. Following the course of the River Tawd, this picturesque valley of open grassland and established woodland runs through the heart of Skelmersdale. Three self guided trails help you to enjoy different aspects of the Park. About 5 miles east of Ormskirk.
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Beaufort Hotel Ormskirk High Lane Burscough Ormskirk L40 7SN	Ormskirk Hotel. Location: On the outskirts of Ormskirk. Close to Southport and Liverpool. This modern hotel offers guests the highest standards and furnishings, featuring traditional design and decor and all the facilities to meet the most discerning demands for service and comfort. The bistro is both modern and contemporary, offering a seasonal menu. Only the finest ingredients are used....

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Rufford Arms Hotel 380 Liverpool Road Rufford Ormskirk Lancashire L40 1SQ (approx 6 miles from Ormskirk)	Hotel near Ormskirk. In rural West Lancashire, ideally situated near Rufford Old Hall on the main A59. The Rufford Arms is a family run modern country hotel. The location is ideal for both local attractions as well as Southport, Liverpool and Preston. We are approximately 6 miles from Ormskirk. In addition to its 14 en-suite bedrooms, the Rufford Arms boasts one of the finest and most popular restaurants in the area, as well as providing a full range of bar meals...

Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa Southport Old Road Formby L37 0AB (approx 6 miles from Ormskirk)	Hotel near Ormskirk. About 6 miles to the west of Ormskirk. At Formby Hall, championship golf meets the delights of a 4-star hotel and stylish restaurant, at the heart of England's beautiful Golf Coast, near Southport and Liverpool. Following an extensive £10 million development, you are now welcomed to an impressive new experience. A grand colonial-style clubhouse and existing championship 18-hole golf course has been joined by a 62-room hotel, and opening in spring 2008, a superb new 9-hole par 3 course, with a new driving range and unique Residential PGA Academy..

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