Welcome to Heath Charnock

Heath Charnock is a small village located in the borough of Chorley, Lancashire. The village is situated on the edge of the West Pennine Moors and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it was known as Charnock Richard. The village was renamed Heath Charnock in the 19th century to avoid confusion with another village in the area.

One of the most notable landmarks in Heath Charnock is St. James' Church. The church was built in the 19th century and is a Grade II listed building. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and its impressive tower. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village.

Heath Charnock is also home to a number of small businesses and shops. The village has a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The pub, called the Hare and Hounds, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The pub serves traditional pub food and has a wide selection of beers and ales. Overall, Heath Charnock is a charming village with a rich history and beautiful surroundings.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 11°C

Feels Like: 10.6°C

Wind: 3.8 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Adlington St Paul's Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Burger	Railway Road Adlington Chorley PR6 9QZ 1257480276
Anderton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Norton-Smith	Babylon Lane Adlington Chorley Lancashire PR6 9NN 01257480551 School Website
Adlington Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Birkin	Park Road Adlington Chorley Lancashire PR7 4JA 01257480557 School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Anderton Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Brownsey	Rothwell Road Anderton Chorley Lancashire PR6 9LZ 01257480598 School Website
Holy Cross Catholic High School A Sports And Science College Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Ivan Gaughan	Myles Standish Way Chorley Lancashire PR7 3LS 01257262093 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
Albany Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Peter Mayland	Bolton Road Chorley Lancashire PR7 3AY 01257244020 School Website
St Gregorys Catholic Primary School Chorley Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Darren Darbyshire	Eaves Green Road Chorley Lancashire PR7 3QG 01257263865 School Website
Shaftesbury High School Pupil Referral Unit Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Abigale Bowe	Weldbank Lane Chorley Lancashire PR7 3NQ 01257249803 School Website
Westmorland School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Susan Asher	Weldbank Lane Chorley Lancashire PR7 3NQ 1257278899 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Adlington (Lancashire) Railway Road, Adlington, Lancashire, PR6 9RS 0.59 Miles

Chorley Chapel Street, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1BS 2.16 Miles

Blackrod Station Road, Blackrod, Lancashire, BL6 5JH 2.58 Miles

Buckshaw Parkway Station Approach, Buckshaw Village, Lancashire, PR7 7EY 3.98 Miles

Euxton Balshaw Lane Balshaw Lane, Euxton, Lancashire, PR7 6DX 4.03 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
C And S Travel 01257 277211 57 Moor Rd, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 2LR 1.73 Miles
A A Taxis 01257 261111 33 Eaves La, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0QA 1.90 Miles
Oasis Travel 01257 272888 Northumberland St, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 2BQ 2.06 Miles
Star Cars 01257 233363 Northumberland St, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 2BQ 2.06 Miles
Eccleston Private Hire 01257 470800 Coppull Enterprise Centre, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 5BW 2.07 Miles
Chorley Taxis 01257 232222 107 Market St, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 2SQ 2.10 Miles
Yellow Cabs 01257 271108 1 Houghton St, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0RG 2.14 Miles
Private Hire Four Four Taxis 01257 264444 Friday Street, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0AA 2.26 Miles
44 Taxis 01257 274444 Friday Street, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 0AA 2.26 Miles
Quality Cars 01204 668555 11 Latham Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 5EL 2.27 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Rawlinson Bridge Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Fairview Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Farnworth House Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Higher Adlington Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Railway Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Adlington Post Office Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bolton Road Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Babylon Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Harrison Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Turners Smithy Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Bolton Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grey Horse Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Carr Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Oaks Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Adlington Medical Centre 01257 482076	Adlington Medical Centre 22-24 Babylon Lane Anderton Chorley, Lancashire PR6 9NW
Granville House Med Ctre 01257 481917	Granville House Med Ctre Granville St, Adlington Chorley Lancashire PR6 9PY
Coppull Medical Practice 01257 791216	Coppull Medical Practice Acreswood Surgery 5 Acreswood Close,Coppull Chorley, Lancashire PR7 5EN
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

Local Stores

Adlington - Bolton Road
Bolton Road
Adlington
Chorley
Lancashire
PR6 9NA
01257 483366
shop.8432@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.77 miles

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SPAR Coppull
34
Spendmore Lane
Coppull
PR7 4NY
01257 791729
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Adlington / Adlington Veterinary Centre
150 Chorley Road Adlington Lancashire PR6 9LQ 01257 474800 adlington@medivet.co.uk Website 0.66 miles

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Gillivervet
Garwood Bolton Road Anderton Chorley Lancashire PR6 9HN 01257 483161 office@gillivervet.co.uk Website 1.21 miles

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Pinewood Veterinary Practice Ltd
10 Mill Street Coppull Lancashire PR7 5AZ 01257 367 550 admin@pinewoodvets.co.uk Website 1.97 miles

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Chorley Vets
77 - 79 Market Street Chorley Lancashire PR7 2SN 01257 274767 management@chorleyvets.co.uk Website 2.22 miles
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Pinewood Veterinary Practice Limited
23 Crown Street Chorley Lancashire PR7 1DX 01257 276517 admin@pinewoodvets.co.uk Website 2.39 miles
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Medivet Chorley (Hillcrest Animal Hospital)
Water Street Chorley Lancashire PR7 1EX 01257 262448 chorley@medivet.co.uk Website 2.64 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Lever Park And Rivington
Horrobin Ln Rivington Bolton BL6 7SE 1.81 miles Rivington Ln Horwich, Bolton Bl6 7Sb

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Yarrow Valley Country Park
Chorley PR7 3QL 1.99 miles

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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 3.43 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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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 4.76 miles

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Roddlesworth Reservoirs And Tockholes Plantation
1 Garstang Terrace Tockholes Darwen BB3 0NZ 6.28 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 6.32 miles Upper Roddelsworth Resevoir

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Weather Forecast

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