West Lancashire

West Lancashire is an administrative borough in Lancashire that stretches across flat agricultural plains positioned between Manchester and Liverpool. The district is governed from Ormskirk and encompasses numerous villages and settlements linked by rural countryside.

The area was formed in 1974 through the consolidation of several former administrative areas into a single borough as part of a nationwide local government reorganization. This restructuring brought together different historical communities under one administrative framework.

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

The area is easy to explore by car or train since it sits between two major cities and connects well to regional transport routes. Visitors can navigate between small towns and points of interest typical of the Northwest England landscape.

The area was profoundly shaped by historical drainage projects that transformed formerly marshy land into fertile fields and changed land use for generations. These engineering works enabled the development of the agricultural landscape seen today.

Location: Lancashire

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Ormskirk

Website: http://westlancsdc.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.56200,-2.82700

Latest update: December 20, 2025 16:11