Welcome to Appley Bridge

Appley Bridge is a small village located in the West Lancashire district of Lancashire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Douglas and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including the Appley Bridge railway station, which was built in the 19th century and is now a Grade II listed building.

The village is well-known for its scenic walks and cycling routes, which attract visitors from all over the country. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through the village, providing a picturesque backdrop for walkers and cyclists. The village is also home to several parks and green spaces, including the popular Appley Bridge Quarry Nature Reserve, which is a haven for wildlife and a popular spot for birdwatching.

Despite its small size, Appley Bridge has a strong sense of community and is home to several local businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and several pubs and restaurants. The village also has a primary school and a community centre, which hosts a range of events and activities throughout the year. Overall, Appley Bridge is a charming village with a rich history and plenty to offer visitors and residents alike.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 11°C

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Local Schools

School Details
Fir Tree College
Special Post 16 Institution
Ages:14-25
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Bowman
The Nook
Appley Bridge
Shevington
Wigan
Greater Manchester
WN6 9JB
1257251502
School Website
Appley Bridge All Saints Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs J G Dunn
Finch Lane
Appley Bridge
Wigan
Lancashire
WN6 9DT
01257252647
School Website
Shevington Vale Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Karen Tomlinson
Runshaw Avenue
Appley Bridge
Wigan
Greater Manchester
WN6 9JP
01257253559
School Website
Upholland Roby Mill C Of E Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Grand
School Lane
Mill Hill
Up Holland
Skelmersdale
Lancashire
WN8 0QR
01695622536
School Website
St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Helen Crowder
Church Lane
Shevington
Wigan
Greater Manchester
WN6 8BD
01257401125
School Website
Shevington High School
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Julian Grant
Shevington Lane
Shevington
Wigan
Greater Manchester
WN6 8AB
01257400990
School Website
Millbrook Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Karen Tomlinson
Elmfield
Shevington
Wigan
Greater Manchester
WN6 8DL
01257404552
School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Wrightington
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Marie Baxendale
Mossy Lea Road
Wrightington
Wigan
Lancashire
WN6 9RE
01257423092
School Website
Dalton St Michaels Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs A Robinson
Higher Lane
Dalton
Wigan
Lancashire
WN8 7RP
01257462082
School Website
St John Rigby Rc Sixth Form College
Further Education
Ages:16-19
Head Teacher
Mr Peter Mcghee
Gathurst Road
Orrell
Wigan
Lancashire
WN5 0LJ
1942214797
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Appley Bridge
Appley Lane North, Appley Bridge, Lancashire, WN6 9AE
0.20 Miles
Gathurst
Gathurst Road, Gathurst, Greater Manchester, WN5 0LW
1.92 Miles
Parbold
The Common, Parbold, Wigan, Lancashire, WN8 7NU
2.16 Miles
Hoscar
Hoscar Moss Road, Hoscar, Lancashire, L40 4BL
3.29 Miles
Orrell
Church Road, Orrell, Greater Manchester, WN5 8TH
3.30 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
V I P Chauffeurs
01257 253166
2 Skull House La, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 9DR
0.47 Miles
Wigan Taxis
07756 681349
Www Wigantaxis Com, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 8EY
0.48 Miles
Eaves Private Hire
01257 254922
107 Gathurst Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 8HS
1.39 Miles
Appley Bridge And Shevington Carz
01257 401548
30 Longbrook, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 8DB
1.62 Miles
Rhino Airport Express Ltd
01257 472772
Suite 12 Vermont House, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 0RL
2.03 Miles
K And M Taxis
01257 472202
15 High Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 0HD
2.51 Miles
H C T Airport Transfer Services
01695 558302
15 Firbeck, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 6PL
2.77 Miles
Wish Travel - Mini Bus Hire Wigan
01942 200546
61 Acacia Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 8RB
3.03 Miles
West Lancashire Taxis Ltd
01695 51000
106 Meadow Close/Birleywood, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 9BY
3.05 Miles
Airport-Transfers-Skelmersdale
01695 732555
15 Castlehey, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 9DU
3.08 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Railway Hotel
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Skull House Lane
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Appley Bridge P O
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Miles Lane
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Broadriding Lane
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Woodnook Road
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Wrightington
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Bank Top
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Shevington P O
Collection Today available until:17:00
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Sunday Last Collection:15:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
St Josephs Church
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Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Princess Park
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Roby Mill
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Robin Hood Lane
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Shevington Lane
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Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Hesketh Arms
Collection Today available until:09:00
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Shevington Surgery
01942 483777
Shevington Surgery
Houghton Lane, Shevington
Wigan
Lancashire
WN6 8ET
Ashurst Primary Care
01695 736110
Ashurst Health Centre
Lulworth, Ashurst
Skelmersdale
Lancashire
WN8 6QS
Parbold Surgery
01257 514000
The Surgery
4 The Green, Parbold
Nr.Wigan
Lancashire
WN8 7DN
West Lancashire Extended Access Services
01695 736053
20 Dingle Road
Upholland
Skelmersdale
Lancashire
WN8 0EN
Matthew Ryder Clinic
20 Dingle Road
Upholland
Skelmersdale
Lancashire
WN8 0EN
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Local Stores

Shevington
Gathurst Lane
Shevington
Wigan
Greater Manchester
WN6 8HA
01257 252727
Store Website
1.20 miles
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SPAR Appley Bridge
39-41
Woodnook Road
Appley Bridge
Wigan
WN6 9JR
01257 255269
Store Website
0.6 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Veterinary Equine Dental Technician
Tunley Moss Farmhouse
Tunley Moss
Wrightington
Wigan
Lancashire
WN6 9RQ
07525 400891
vet_edt@hotmail.com
Website
1.73 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Sunrise Veterinary Surgery
6-6A The Common
Parbold
Wigan
Lancashire
WN8 7DA
01257 463 142
sunrisevets@hotmail.co.uk
Website
2.23 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Medivet Standish / Standish Veterinary Centre
Hawthorne Lodge
School Lane
Standish
Wigan
Lancashire
WN6 0TE
01257 472200
standish@medivet.co.uk
Website
2.23 miles
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Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Barn Lodge Veterinary Centre
46 Ormskirk Road
Upholland
Skelmersdale
Lancashire
WN8 0AG
01695 572837
barnlodgevets@gmail.com
Website
2.49 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Gilmore Veterinary Surgery
52-54 High Street
Standish
Wigan
Lancashire
WN6 0HF
01257 426110
reception@gilmorevets.co.uk
Website
2.52 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Wigan Vets4pets Ltd
296B Woodhouse Lane
Wigan
Lancashire
WN6 7TD
01942 824455
wigan@vets4pets.com
Website
2.92 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Haigh Woodland Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Haigh Woodland Park, Which Is Close To Wigan. Haigh Woodland Park Is One Of The North West's Most Treasured Natural Attractions. It Has Impressive Grounds And Woodlands Which You And Your Dog Can Enjoy, Along With A Stretch Of The Walk Being Alongside The Leeds And Liverpool Canal.
WN2 1PE
4.62 miles

Haigh Woodland Park Is Within Easy Reach Of Both The M6 (J27) And The M61 (J6). If Approaching From The M6, Take The A49 Towards Standish, Then The B5239 To Haigh. Look Out For The B5239 And Aspull, Then Haigh, When Leaving The M61. Alternatively, Haigh Woodland Park Can Easily Be Found Close To The Two Main A Roads, The A6 And The A49.
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Yarrow Valley Country Park
Chorley
PR7 3QL
4.89 miles

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Three Sisters And Viridor Woods
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Three Sisters & Viridor Woods. This Walking Route Is Located Close To Wigan, Greater Manchester And Features A Great Forest Setting.
WN4 8DD
6.14 miles

From Wigan, Take The A49 Warrington Road Heading South. After You Pass By A Shell Garage On Your Left, At The Roundabout You Will See A Brown Road Sign Directing You To 'Three Sisters' (Still On The A49). Take A Left, Following The Road Sign Directions, Onto Bryn Road. Head Down Here And Take The First Proper Road On Your Left, Lockett Road. Then A Left Onto Three Sisters Road, Which Leads You Up To The Car Park.
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Three Sisters And Viridor Woods Walk
Three Sisters Rd
Ashton-In-Makerfield
Wigan
WN4 8DD
6.29 miles

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Lever Park And Rivington
Horrobin Ln
Rivington
Bolton
BL6 7SE
7.06 miles

Rivington Ln Horwich, Bolton Bl6 7Sb
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Carr Mill Dam
Garswood Old Rd
7.16 miles

Come Off The East Lancs At The Traffic Lights And Park In The Toby Carvery Car Park
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Weather Forecast

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