Martin Mere

Run by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust

Martin Mere

Martin Mere sits on 600 acres and is home to a number of rare and endangered water birds. The site is a fantastic visit for avid birdwatchers, who can visit the hides, as well as families who can take part in fun events at the site.

Farmer Ted's

An Adventure Farm with Shaun the Sheep

Farmer Ted's

Meet furry animals and birds of prey; enjoy the indoor and outdoor play areas; take part in the seasonal activities ‘Farmageddon’ and ‘Farmer Christmas’.

Windmill Animal Farm

A working farm filled with animals

Windmill Animal Farm

The farm has been open to the public since 1992, with 60% of the site accessible to visitors.

West Lancashire Light Railway

Lancashire’s only Narrow Gauge Passenger Railway

West Lancashire Light Railway

West Lancashire Light Railway is an operational, family friendly, Narrow Gauge Steam Railway, with a historic collection of engines.

Rufford Old Hall

Run by The National Trust

Rufford Old Hall

A fine Tudor building with beautiful gardens; home to 500 years of Hesketh family history.

Applecast

A large outdoor petting farm, home to variety of animals.

Applecast Farm

Applecast Farm is an animal farm complete with a café, gift shop and garden centre, located in the quaint village of Newburgh.

Cedar Farm

Fantastic for workshops, crafts and creative retailers

Cedar Farm

Cedar Farm is home to a number of creative independent businesses and shops, run by people with a passion for their craft.

Burscough Wharf

Retail, Arts and Food

Burscough Wharf

Burscough Wharf is a leisure development home to a number of independent business, centred around: food, drink, crafts, creativity and community

Ormskirk Market

Historic Market granted a Royal Charter in 1286

Ormskirk Market

Ormskirk Market is a well-loved event hosted every Thursday and Saturday in the pedestrianised streets of Ormskirk, around the famous Clock Tower

Mere Sands Wood

Run by the Lancashire Wildlife Trust

Mere Sands Wood

Enjoy this wildlife-rich nature reserve in the heart of West Lancashire.

Gorse Hill Nature Reserve

Run by the Northwest Ecological Trust

Gorse Hill Nature Reserve

This beautiful site hosts wildflower meadows, orchards, woodlands and wildlife ponds; a rich and diverse habitat for wildlife.

Experiences

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As well as a wide range of attractions, there are a number of exciting experiences on offer across West Lancashire. Take a look!
Experiences

Wonderful West Lancs

Ormskirk is…

  • Situated amongst a host of wonderful visitor attractions
  • 13 miles North East of Liverpool
  • 18 miles South West of Preston
  • Less than 10 miles from Southport and Formby