Welcome to Croal

Croal is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Croal, which flows through the village and provides a picturesque view. The village is known for its beautiful countryside, which attracts many tourists every year. The village has a rich history, and there are many historical landmarks and buildings in the area that are worth visiting.

One of the most notable landmarks in Croal is the Croal Mill. The mill was built in the 19th century and was used for the production of cotton. The mill is now a popular tourist attraction and has been converted into a museum. Visitors can learn about the history of the mill and the cotton industry in Lancashire. The museum also has a collection of machinery and equipment used in the production of cotton.

Croal is also known for its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The River Croal flows through the village, providing a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The countryside is perfect for hiking and cycling, and there are many trails and paths that visitors can explore. The village is also home to many wildlife species, including birds, deer, and rabbits, making it a great place for nature lovers.

Overall, Croal is a beautiful village that is worth visiting. The village has a rich history and is home to many historical landmarks and buildings. The countryside is stunning, and there are many opportunities for outdoor activities. Whether you are interested in history, nature, or just want to relax and enjoy the scenery, Croal has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 4.3°C

Feels Like: 2.1°C

Wind: 5.6 MPH

Wind Dir: S

Local Schools

School	Details
Chorley St Peters Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Rachel Brown	Eaves Lane Chorley Lancashire PR6 0DX 01257262625 School Website
Chorley St James Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Greenway	Devonport Way Chorley Lancashire PR6 0TE 01257264638 School Website
Highfield Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs Susan Conron	Wright Street Chorley Lancashire PR6 0SL 01257262556 School Website
Highfield Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Proctor	Wright Street Chorley Lancashire PR6 0SP 01257262783 School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Chorley Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Annie Douglas	Cedar Road Chorley Lancashire PR6 0JF 01257265998 School Website
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Chorley Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr B Broderick	Brooke Street Chorley Lancashire PR6 0LB 01257262659 School Website
Mayfield House School Other Independent Special School Ages:6-14 Head Teacher Mrs June Barker	1 Mayfield Road Chorley Lancashire Lancashire PR6 0DG 1257511231 School Website
St Chads Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr John Riley	South Hill Blackburn Road Whittle-Le-Woods Chorley Lancashire PR6 8LL 01257264480 School Website
Albany Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Peter Mayland	Bolton Road Chorley Lancashire PR7 3AY 01257244020 School Website
St Georges Church Of England Primary School Chorley Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andy Purcell	Carr Lane Chorley Lancashire PR7 3JU 01257262323 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chorley Chapel Street, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1BS 1.87 Miles

Adlington (Lancashire) Railway Road, Adlington, Lancashire, PR6 9RS 3.07 Miles

Buckshaw Parkway Station Approach, Buckshaw Village, Lancashire, PR7 7EY 3.16 Miles

Euxton Balshaw Lane Balshaw Lane, Euxton, Lancashire, PR7 6DX 3.44 Miles

Blackrod Station Road, Blackrod, Lancashire, BL6 5JH 4.74 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Mlc Travel Ltd 01257 410850 58 Montcliffe Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0EW 1.29 Miles
A1 Taxis 01257 233333 192 Eaves La, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0AU 1.49 Miles
A A Taxis 01257 261111 33 Eaves La, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0QA 1.59 Miles
Kes Cars 01257 412333 6 Gorse Close, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 8LE 1.74 Miles
Private Hire Four Four Taxis 01257 264444 Friday Street, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0AA 1.76 Miles
44 Taxis 01257 274444 Friday Street, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0AA 1.76 Miles
Yellow Cabs 01257 271108 1 Houghton St, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0RG 1.80 Miles
Star Cars 01257 233363 Northumberland St, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 2BQ 1.96 Miles
Oasis Travel 01257 272888 Northumberland St, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 2BQ 1.96 Miles
Chorley Taxis 01257 232222 107 Market St, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 2SQ 2.07 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
White Coppice Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Heapey Station Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kittiwake Road Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Heapey Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dorking Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bagganley Post Office Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Moorlands Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eaves Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cowling Brow Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Limbrick Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Erskine Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Yarrow Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stratford Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beaconsfield Terrace Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gorse Close Wheelton Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Eaves Lane Surgery	311 Eaves Lane Chorley PR6 0DR
The Chorley Surgery 01257 513970	24-26 Gillibrand Street Chorley Lancashire PR7 2EJ
Library House Surgery 01257 262081	Library House Surgery Avondale Road Chorley Lancashire PR7 2AD
Library House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Avondale Road Chorley PR7 2AD
Library House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Avondale Road Chorley PR7 2AD

Local Stores

Petrol Chorley - Moor Road
117 Moor Road
Chorley
Lancashire
PR7 2NU
01257 263150
Store Website
2.68 miles

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SPAR Mercury Chorley
Jubilee Service Station Ltd
65 Preston Road
Whittle Le Woods
Chorley
PR6 7PG
01257270688
Store Website
2.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Chorley (Hillcrest Animal Hospital)
Water Street Chorley Lancashire PR7 1EX 01257 262448 chorley@medivet.co.uk Website 1.81 miles
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Chorley Vets
77 - 79 Market Street Chorley Lancashire PR7 2SN 01257 274767 management@chorleyvets.co.uk Website 2.02 miles
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Pinewood Veterinary Practice Limited
23 Crown Street Chorley Lancashire PR7 1DX 01257 276517 admin@pinewoodvets.co.uk Website 2.12 miles
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Medivet Adlington / Adlington Veterinary Centre
150 Chorley Road Adlington Lancashire PR6 9LQ 01257 474800 adlington@medivet.co.uk Website 3.02 miles

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Gillivervet
Garwood Bolton Road Anderton Chorley Lancashire PR6 9HN 01257 483161 office@gillivervet.co.uk Website 3.30 miles

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Pinewood Veterinary Practice Ltd
10 Mill Street Coppull Lancashire PR7 5AZ 01257 367 550 admin@pinewoodvets.co.uk Website 4.06 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Lever Park And Rivington
Horrobin Ln Rivington Bolton BL6 7SE 2.64 miles Rivington Ln Horwich, Bolton Bl6 7Sb

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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 2.98 miles

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Yarrow Valley Country Park
Chorley PR7 3QL 3.33 miles

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Roddlesworth Reservoirs And Tockholes Plantation
1 Garstang Terrace Tockholes Darwen BB3 0NZ 3.70 miles Take The A675 Belmont Road And Between Abbey Village And Belmont Turn Off East Onto Crookfield Road/Tockholes Road (Sign Posted Tockholes). There Are A Few Car Parks Along This Road, But Follow The Road Until You Reach The Settlement Of Rydal Fold Where You Will Find A Car Park On The Right Hand Side Between The Royal Arms And The Country Cafe. The First Section Of The Car Park Is For The Pub And The Back Section Is A Public Car Park. The Walk Starts From The Gate On The Opposite Side Of The Road From The Pub.

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Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir
Hills, Water, Mud, Streams, Long Grass, Other Dog Walkers And Plenty More. The Area Is Perfect For A Dog Walk. Tockholes Rd Lancashire 3.71 miles Upper Roddelsworth Resevoir

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Sunnyhurst Wood
Great Walk For Everyone. Especially Dogs And Children! Sunnyhurst Wood Lancashire 4.69 miles

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Weather Forecast

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Light freezing rain	Clear	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Mist	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	-0.5°C	-0.7°C	-0.7°C	-0.9°C	-0.8°C	-0.5°C	0°C	0.6°C	0.8°C	0.5°C	0.1°C	-1.1°C
Feels Like	-4.7°C	-5.5°C	-5.5°C	-5.1°C	-5°C	-4.6°C	-4°C	-2.5°C	-2.9°C	-2.3°C	-3.1°C	-3.8°C

Saturday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Clear
Temp	-0.4°C	-0.5°C	-0.7°C	-1°C	-2.1°C	-2.8°C	-4.2°C	-5.4°C	-6.1°C	-6.6°C	-7.8°C	-9.8°C
Feels Like	-4.1°C	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-3.7°C	-5.9°C	-7.5°C	-9.7°C	-11.5°C	-12.1°C	-13°C	-14.8°C	-17.4°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-10°C	-10.7°C	-11.4°C	-12.1°C	-12.3°C	-11.4°C	-9.5°C	-7.7°C	-7°C	-7.3°C	-8.7°C	-9.4°C
Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.5°C	-19.2°C	-19.8°C	-20°C	-18.5°C	-15.3°C	-11.8°C	-10.2°C	-10.6°C	-12.8°C	-15.5°C

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