Bellway - Lathom Pastures

<p>Parents are well served by a fantastic range of education providers. Local primary school-aged children can attend St Richard's Catholic Primary and Brookfield Primary School, both of which are just half a mile away. A little further out, Trinity C of E Methodist Primary School and Crow Orchard Primary School are both around a three-minute drive away.</p> <p>The nearest secondary schools to the development include West Lancashire Community High School just under half a mile away and Lathom High School around a mile-and-a-half away. </p> <p>Those interested in further education benefit from Ormskirk School Sixth Form three miles away, while West Lancashire College takes five minutes to reach when driving.</p> <p>Local universities include Edge Hill University, which is a convenient six-minute drive away from the homes. Liverpool John Moores University and The University of Liverpool are both a half-hour drive away, while The University of Manchester is 31 miles away, and Manchester Metropolitan University is 42 minutes away when driving. </p>

<p>Lathom Pastures is conveniently located just four miles from Ormskirk town centre, and benefits from excellent transport connections to surrounding towns and cities, including major commuter areas. </p> <p>The development lies just two miles from the M58 motorway, which provides a route into Liverpool in less than 40 minutes, while St. Helens can be reached in under 20 minutes via the A570. The M6 motorway (Junction 26) is just 6.3 miles away, which connects Birmingham with Gretna, passing Stoke-on-Trent, Liverpool, Manchester, Preston, Lancaster and Carlisle on route.</p> <p> Travel by train is provided by Ormskirk Station, 3.4 miles away, with regular services to Liverpool (30 minutes) and Preston (32 minutes). Alternatively, Hoscar Train Station is around four miles away with direct routes to Southport (23 minutes), Manchester Victoria (58 minutes) and Wigan (15 minutes).</p> <p>Residents benefit from easy access to two local airports. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is just 24 miles away, while Manchester Airport is around 33 miles away. </p>

Just 3.5 miles from Lathom Pastures, the pretty town of Ormskirk has a rich and fascinating history which can be admired with a visit to the 12th Century Ormskirk Parish Church. A striking and unusual structure, the church of St. Peter and St. Paul is one of only three churches in the country which was built with both a steeple and a spire. Ormskirk Chapel Gallery is another popular site to visit in the town, which boasts an extensive public art gallery with regularly changing displays. Family events are held in the large exhibition space with plenty of activities for children, while the quaint cafe and contemporary craft shop can keep parents entertained. Just beyond the town centre, residents will find the picturesque Coronation Park, which spans 20 acres of public green space to be explored. While the ever-popular Windmill Animal Farm is located in the nearby market town of Burscough, just under five miles from Lathom Pastures. Seasonal events are held throughout the year, including free live music performances at the park's ornate bandstand, during the summer months. The natural beauty of Coronation Park is an excellent introduction to Lancashire's vast rolling countryside, which is dotted with numerous walking and cycling routes, boasting wonderful views of Ormskirk and beyond.

<p>Nearby Ormskirk benefits from a range of high street shops, independent stores, large supermarkets, and a bi-weekly open-air market which offers a selection of fresh local produce and artisan stalls. For a wider choice of grocery and retail shopping, Ringtail Retail Park is just under 15 minutes' drive away. </p> <p>There are several nearby dining options. Lathom Pastures is around a five-minute drive away from a popular pub, with another well-loved pub located four-and-a-half miles away. In nearby Ormskirk, a thriving restaurant circuit ensures cuisines from all over the world can be sampled, including French, Italian, and Portuguese. </p> <p>Liverpool is well known as a prestigious and eclectic shopping destination, with exclusive retail outlets, modern department stores, and bohemian street markets. Cavern Walks, Met Quarter and Bold Street are all popular with shoppers, while the city's premier retail hub, Liverpool ONE, boasts a range of high-street and designer boutiques alongside excellent quality restaurants and cafes.</p>