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Ormskirk Bank Holiday Festival, 28 August

Events Sunday, August 28, 2022 Ormskirk Bank Holiday Festival, 28 August Date: 28 August 2022 Venue: Ormskirk Town Centre FREE EVENT A new event is taking place in Ormskirk town centre on Sunday 28 August as the first Ormskirk Bank Holiday Festival comes to town. The festival will have a relaxed

Dog owners encouraged to 'Walk This Way' and bin the bag!

News Wednesday, June 29, 2022 Dog owners encouraged to 'Walk This Way' and bin the bag! Beacon Country Park joins national scheme to clean up public spaces Green Flag site one of only 12 new sites included New maps including bins to make it easier for pet owners to dispose of waste Dog owners who

Still time to apply for a postal vote for upcoming elections this May

to you. The closing date to register to vote at the May elections is midnight on Monday 17 April. If you need help accessing free voter ID to vote in the local elections, you can visit one of the drop-in sessions below. Derby Street Offices - Monday to Friday throughout April, 9.30am to 4.30pm, Customer

Skelmersdale Ambassadors welcomes businesses and organisations to attend their first event of 2024

News Friday, February 2, 2024 Skelmersdale Ambassadors welcomes businesses and organisations to attend their first event of 2024 Step into the Skelmersdale success story and join the Skelmersdale Ambassadors for their first meeting of the year on 7th February 2024. The Skelmersdale Ambassadors

Tawd Valley Developments begins construction of 50 new homes for Skelmersdale residents

News Wednesday, June 1, 2022 Tawd Valley Developments begins construction of 50 new homes for Skelmersdale residents Contractors working for Tawd Valley Developments (TVD) have begun site preparation as work to deliver 50 new homes in Skelmersdale commences. Hoardings will this week go up around

New Bank Holiday Festival announced for Ormskirk

News Friday, August 19, 2022 New Bank Holiday Festival announced for Ormskirk Eclectic festival will take place across coming bank holiday weekend Food & drink, entertainment and family fun to enjoy Event has been driven by local businesses to enhance Borough's cultural offer ***JUST ANNOUNCED

Gingerbread Festival

Events Sunday, July 13, 2025 Gingerbread Festival Ormskirk Town Centre, West Lancashire - 13th July Head to Ormskirk this July for the return of the popular Gingerbread festival where you can expect free children’s entertainment, an artisan market and plenty of gingerbread! This event is supported

Beacon Light Trail

Events Thursday, December 4, 2025 Beacon Light Trail A breath-taking festive light trail at our magical Beacon County Park with dazzling lights as you walk through the woodland, marshmallow toasting and a visit to Father Christmas. 4 th – 21 st December (Thursday – Sunday) 4pm – 10:30pm (Last

Riverfly Survey

Events Saturday, July 9, 2022 Riverfly Survey Venue: Tawd Valley Park, Skelmersdale Day: Saturday 9 July Time: Starts 2pm (meet at the allotments on Manfield) Cost: Free Bring your wellies along to the Riverfly Survey and help the Rangers and the Friends of Tawd Valley with an ecological survey

Skelmersdale Show - Summer Festival 2024

Events Sunday, August 18, 2024 Skelmersdale Show - Summer Festival 2024 Get set for the return of The Skelmersdale Show this summer. The FREE bumper family-friendly event returns to Southway (between Nye Bevan & the Library) on Sunday, August 18. There's be live entertainment, food & drink stalls

Council makes key decisions to support the Borough's economy

News Friday, June 17, 2022 Council makes key decisions to support the Borough's economy Funding agreed to help Motorfest Free parking trial approved to start later in the year Both actions will bring economic benefits to the Borough West Lancashire Borough Council is constantly working

Green Fayre - 19 & 20 July

Events Saturday, July 19, 2025 Green Fayre - 19 & 20 July Beacon Country Park Fantastic, FREE, two day event on 19th & 20th July from 11am to 5pm. A much-loved celebration of West Lancashire’s rural heritage, landscapes, traditional crafts and countryside living, with everything from Viking

Ormskirk Christmas Lights Switch On

, fairground rides and street entertainers for all the family to enjoy. Sunday 23 rd November 11am – 6pm Switch on: 5pm by The Mayor of West Lancashire, Councillor Anne Fennell. Admission: Free to attend Side Panels

Park for just £1 in Ormskirk this Christmas

News Thursday, December 1, 2022 Park for just £1 in Ormskirk this Christmas Two hours extra parking for drivers Shop local and support our independent retailers Deal starts on Dec 1 If you’re planning on a Christmas shopping spree or meeting with friends for a festive meal in Ormskirk in the run

Skelmersdale Christmas Lights Switch On

. Children can enjoy story time with Santa in the library, face painting and special appearances from The Grinch and the Naughty Elves. Saturday 15 th November 12pm – 6pm Switch on: 5pm by The Mayor of West Lancashire, Councillor Anne Fennell Admission: Free to attend Side Panels

Embrace the season of goodwill on Small Business Saturday

News Monday, December 2, 2024 Embrace the season of goodwill on Small Business Saturday The colourful lights are twinkling and the festive season is officially upon us, with Christmas gift shopping and social gatherings taking place over the next few weeks. It is a wonderful time to embrace

Progress Being Made on West Lancashire Linear Parks Projects

News Thursday, July 20, 2023 Progress Being Made on West Lancashire Linear Parks Projects Linear Parks will provide create green space for activities, such as walking and cycling and add to biodiversity by creating a wildlife corridor Ormskirk – Burscough project progressing well, following

Council to Introduce Native Wildflower Meadows

News Wednesday, November 29, 2023 Council to Introduce Native Wildflower Meadows Following successful trials in Skelmersdale on Kiln Lane and the roundabout at the top of Egerton, West Lancashire Borough Councillors have approved plans for the potential creation of Meadow Areas across the Borough

Date announced for West Lancashire By-Election

News Tuesday, January 10, 2023 Date announced for West Lancashire By-Election The Acting Returning Officer has received the writ for a By-Election for the West Lancashire Parliamentary Constituency. The By-Election will be held on Thursday 9 February 2023. A formal notice of election has been

Christmas Lights Switch Ons 2022

Skelmersdale Prize Band will play traditional Christmas carols to really get visitors and shoppers in the festive mood. A 'Frost Fair' by Artisan Network North-West will also stage its Christmas-themed market while the world-famous Silcocks family provide 'all the fun of the fair' for families. Free