West Lancashire

West Lancashire spans 347 square kilometers of plains and agricultural lands between Manchester and Liverpool, with Ormskirk serving as its administrative center.

The district emerged through the Local Government Act of 1972, combining multiple former administrative areas into a unified borough on April 1, 1974.

Agricultural traditions shape local life through seasonal markets, farming activities, and community gatherings that connect residents across twenty-one civil parishes.

The region contains 69 educational institutions, including 55 primary schools and seven secondary schools, supported by extensive public transportation networks.

Martin Mere, a former vast lake in the area, transformed into productive farmland through drainage systems, creating some of Northwest England's most fertile soil.

Location: Lancashire

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Ormskirk

Website: http://westlancsdc.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.56200,-2.82700

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:11