Welcome to Bretherton

Bretherton, Lancashire is a picturesque village located in the heart of the North West of England. Nestled between the bustling towns of Chorley and South Ribble, this quaint settlement offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life. With a rich history dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086, Bretherton has managed to retain its charm and character throughout the centuries, making it a popular destination for both tourists and locals alike.

The village is surrounded by stunning countryside, with the River Douglas meandering through the landscape, providing a haven for wildlife and a beautiful backdrop for leisurely walks and outdoor pursuits. The nearby nature reserve, Mere Sands Wood, is a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, boasting a diverse range of habitats including wetlands, woodlands, and grasslands. The reserve is home to a variety of bird species, such as the great spotted woodpecker, kingfisher, and the rare red squirrel. In addition to the natural beauty of the area, Bretherton also boasts several historical landmarks, including the Grade II listed St. John the Baptist Church, which dates back to the 16th century, and the 18th-century Bank Hall, a Jacobean mansion that has been featured in several television productions.

Bretherton's close-knit community is evident in the numerous events and activities that take place throughout the year. The annual Bretherton Open Gardens event, for example, sees local residents open their gardens to the public, showcasing the horticultural talents of the village and raising funds for local charities. The village is also home to several clubs and societies, including the Bretherton Women's Institute, the Bretherton Bowling Club, and the Bretherton Endowed Church of England Primary School, which serves as a hub for community events and activities. With its rich history, stunning natural beauty, and strong sense of community, Bretherton, Lancashire is a truly unique and enchanting place to visit or call home.

Local Weather

Light drizzle

Temp: 11.2°C

Feels Like: 8°C

Wind: 20.4 MPH

Wind Dir: S

Local Schools

School	Details
Bretherton Endowed Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alison Moxham	South Road Bretherton Leyland Lancashire PR26 9AH 01772600431 School Website
Hoole St Michael C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Juliet Price	Liverpool Old Road Much Hoole Preston Lancashire PR4 5JQ 01772613219 School Website
Tarleton Holy Trinity C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Stephen Smith	Church Road Tarleton Preston Lancashire PR4 6UP 01772812662 School Website
Tarleton Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Simon Day	Hesketh Lane Tarleton Preston Lancashire PR4 6AQ 01772812644 School Website
Tarleton Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Chris Upton	Hesketh Lane Tarleton Preston Lancashire PR4 6AT 01772812547 School Website
Trinity And St Michaels Va C Of E Methodist Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Procter	Out Lane Croston Leyland Lancashire PR26 9HJ 01772600379 School Website
Bishop Rawstorne Church Of England Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Paul Cowley	Highfield Road Croston Leyland Lancashire PR26 9HH 01772600349 School Website
Little Hoole Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Daniel Stammers	Dob Lane Walmer Bridge Preston Lancashire PR4 5QL 01772613026 School Website
Aurora Brambles School Other Independent Special School Ages:9-16 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Gregory	159 Longmeanygate Midge Hall Leyland Lancashire PR26 7TB 1772454826 School Website
Hesketh With Becconsall All Saints C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Rachael Ainsworth	Shore Road Hesketh Bank Preston Lancashire PR4 6RD 01772812630 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Croston Station Road, Croston, Lancashire, PR26 9SE 1.40 Miles

Rufford Church Road, Rufford, Lancashire, L40 1TB 3.25 Miles

Leyland Station Brow, Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 3NN 4.76 Miles

Lostock Hall Watkin Lane, Lostock Hall, Lancashire, PR5 5NF 5.34 Miles

Euxton Balshaw Lane Balshaw Lane, Euxton, Lancashire, PR7 6DX 5.52 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
First Choice Cars 01772 600489 29 Moor Road, Leyland, Lancashire, PR26 9HN 1.41 Miles
Tarleton Taxis 01772 813712 13 Church Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6UR 1.46 Miles
Tarleton Direct Cabs 01772 816667 49 Sutton La, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6UY 1.54 Miles
Elegant Carriages 01772 812304 197 Hesketh Lane, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6AT 1.71 Miles
A Touch Of Class Horse Drawn Carriages 01772 815566 Whitedial Farm/Sollom, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6HR 1.71 Miles
Village Travel 01772 816666 97 Blackgate Lane, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6UT 1.75 Miles
Airport Transfers Southport 01772 816666 1, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6UT 1.75 Miles
H B Cabs 01772 816333 165 Moss La, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6AE 2.49 Miles
Hutton And Penworthan Taxis 01772 611677 Ams Trading Estate, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 4SG 3.20 Miles
Penwortham Taxis 01772 745224 Ams Trading Estate, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 4SG 3.20 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Pompian Brow Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
South Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South Road Bretherton Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Coe Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blackhorse Inn Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tarleton Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Much Hoole Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Croston Station Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Sutton Ave Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blackgate Lane Weekday Last Collection:00:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moss Houses Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
The Orchard Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Croston Old Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westhead Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sollom Weekday Last Collection:15:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Tarleton Group Practice 01772 812205	Tarleton Group Practice The Health Centre Gorse Lane Tarleton PR4 6UJ
Croston Medical Centre	30 Brookfield Croston Leyland PR26 9HY
The Village Surgeries Croston&Eccleston 01772 214680	Out Lane Croston Leyland Lancashire PR26 9HJ
Moss Side Medical Centre 01772 623954	Moss Side Medical Centre 16 Moss Side Way,Leyland Preston Lancashire PR26 7XL
Beeches Medical Centre 01772 214620	Beeches Medical Centre Liverpool Road, Longton Preston Lancashire PR4 5AB

Local Stores

Tarleton
71 Church Road
Tarleton
Preston
Lancashire
PR4 6UP
01772 812669
Store Website
1.32 miles

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SPAR Tarleton
12-16
Mark Square
Tarleton
Preston
PR4 6TU
01772 814175
Store Website
1.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Rufford Veterinary Group
63A Church Road Tarleton Preston Lancashire PR4 6UQ 1.36 miles

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Myerscough Veterinary Group
313 Hesketh Lane Hesketh Bank Preston Lancashire PR4 6RJ 01772 814 498 maryglass@btconnect.com 1.89 miles
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Myvet
203A Dunkirk Lane Moss Side Shopping Centre Leyland Lancashire PR26 7SN 01254 814863 Website 2.87 miles

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Rufford Veterinary Group Ltd
9 Holly Lane Rufford Ormskirk Lancashire L40 1SH 01704 821 204 3.44 miles

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Pinewood Veterinary Practice Limited
248A Leyland Lane Leyland Lancashire PR25 1XJ 01772 455287 admin@pinewoodvets.co.uk Website 3.55 miles
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Rufford Veterinary Group Ltd
Oak Villa Holmeswood Road Rufford Ormskirk Lancashire L40 1TZ 01704 821204 3.66 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Avenham Valley / Old Tram Road
Factory Ln Penwortham Preston PR1 9TE 5.85 miles I Park At The End Of Factory Lane, Lower Penwortham. Pr1 9Sn. Free Parking Can Be Found Opposite The 'Vernon'S Mill' Which Is A Very Obvious Landmark. The Lane Is About Half A Mile Long And You Will Pass Under The Active Railway Line, Pass 'Vernon'S - Cabus' Cricket Ground On Your Left. Then, Another Hundred Yards To The Car Park.

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Cuerden Valley Park
Great Place For Dogs To Have Off Lead Walk ,Water Woods And Mud. 224 Preston Rd Whittle-Le-Woods Chorley PR6 7HW 6.64 miles

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Yarrow Valley Country Park
Chorley PR7 3QL 6.73 miles

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Lytham Hall
Lytham Hall Is Very Dog Friendly. Next To Town. 80 Acres Of Park And Woodland Its Doggy Heaven. It Is Flat With Paths And There Is A Cafe On Site. Free Parking. Open Monday To Friday [Free], With A £1 Charge On Sunday. Closed Saturdays. Lytham Hall Park 8.43 miles

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Lever Park And Rivington
Horrobin Ln Rivington Bolton BL6 7SE 10.32 miles Rivington Ln Horwich, Bolton Bl6 7Sb

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Witch Wood Lytham
Wood 10.46 miles Wood, Bridge Rd, Lytham Saint Annes Fy8 4Eq

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.5°C	-8°C	-7.2°C	-8.2°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

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Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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