South Ribble

South Ribble is an administrative district in Lancashire that stretches north from the River Ribble. The area contains several towns including Leyland, Penwortham, and Bamber Bridge with a mix of residential and commercial zones.

The district formed in 1974 when the former Leyland Urban District merged with parts of Preston Rural District. This union created the present-day structure that continues to function today.

The South Ribble Museum in Leyland displays regional objects and runs exhibitions about local history throughout the year. You can discover how the area developed and what mattered to people who lived here.

The Civic Centre in Leyland serves as the main administrative hub for local services including waste management and planning approvals. Visitors can find information there about council services and local matters.

The western part of the district contains restored peat wetlands that now support dairy farming. This land transformation shows how former marshes were reclaimed and put to agricultural use.

Location: Lancashire

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Leyland

Website: http://south-ribblebc.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.69700,-2.69000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:31