Welcome to Scotforth

Scotforth is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is situated on the southern outskirts of the city of Lancaster and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic landmarks. The village has a population of around 5,000 people and is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to explore the surrounding area.

One of the most notable landmarks in Scotforth is the St. Paul's Church, which was built in the 19th century and is a Grade II listed building. The church is known for its stunning stained glass windows and beautiful architecture, and it is a popular destination for visitors who are interested in history and architecture. Another popular attraction in Scotforth is the Lancaster Canal, which runs through the village and is a popular spot for boating and fishing.

Scotforth is also home to a number of local businesses, including shops, restaurants, and pubs. The village has a strong sense of community, and residents are proud of their heritage and traditions. Overall, Scotforth is a charming and welcoming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Lancashire.

Local Schools

School	Details
Scotforth St Pauls Church Of England Primary And Nursery School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katie Walsh	Scotforth Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4SE 0 152465379 School Website
Moorside Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Roger Shone	Bowerham Road Newlands Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4HT 0 152466516 School Website
St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School Lancaster Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Donna Shoulder	Bowerham Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4HT 0 152463934 School Website
Stepping Stones School Pupil Referral Unit Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Alison Dodd	Bowerham Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4HT 0 152467164 School Website
Jamea Al Kauthar Other Independent School Ages:11-25 Head Teacher Mr Fazl Wadee	Ashton Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 5AJ 1524389898 School Website
Bowerham Primary And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Banks	Bowerham Road Bowerham Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4BS 0 152463999 School Website
Ripley St Thomas Church Of England Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Walmsley	Ashton Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4RS 0 152464496 School Website
University Of Lancaster Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Professor Steven Bradley	University House Bailrigg Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4YW 152465201 School Website
The Cathedral Catholic Primary School Lancaster Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Nicola Holt	Balmoral Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 3BT 0 152464686 School Website
Lancaster Girls Grammar School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Christopher Beard	Regent Street Lancaster Lancashire LA1 1SF 01524581661 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Lancaster Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW 1.61 Miles

Bare Lane Bare Lane, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 6LL 3.79 Miles

Morecambe Central Drive, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 4DW 4.51 Miles

Heysham Port Off Princess Alexandra Way, Heysham Port, Lancashire, LA3 2XE 5.04 Miles

Carnforth Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9ET 7.11 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Aircar 01524 845845 8 Abbeyfield Clo, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4NL 0.19 Miles
1St Travel Airport Transfers 01524 32688 21 Wellington Rd, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4DN 0.60 Miles
Coastal Taxis 01524 424424 97A Penny Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1XN 1.27 Miles
A To B Lancaster Taxis 01524 60000 97 Penny Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1XN 1.27 Miles
8 4 8 Taxis 01524 848848 3 Mary Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1UW 1.45 Miles
32090-35666 Taxis Ltd 01524 35666 9 Church Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1LP 1.56 Miles
A1 Taxis 01524 35666 9 Church Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1LP 1.56 Miles
John's Taxi 01524 845210 86 Coniston Rd, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 3NW 2.15 Miles
One A Cab 01524 840888 141 Main St, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 2BH 2.16 Miles
H1 Uk Airport Taxis 01524 751908 4 Tanhouse, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 0RH 2.33 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Gressingham Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Scotforth Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whinfell Drive D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bentham Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Goodwood Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Bowerham Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Palatine Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newlands Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ashford Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bailrigg Lane D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bowerham Road Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Coulston Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Rosebank Medical Practice	Ashton Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4JS
Meadowside Medical Practice	1-3 Meadowside Lancaster LA1 3AQ
Healthub	1B Queen Street Lancaster Lancashire LA1 1RS
University Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Lancaster University Bailrigg Lancaster LA1 4ZP
Lmp At Lancaster University Practice	Bailrigg Lancaster LA1 4ZP

Local Stores

University of Lancaster
Salisbury House
Lancaster
Lancashire
LA1 4YU
01524 34501
Store Website
1.52 miles

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SPAR Bowerham Road
77-79
Bowerham Road
Lancaster
LA1 4AQ
01524 388803
Store Website
0.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Lancaster Vets
195 Bowerham Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4HT 01524 840033 mail@lancastervets.co.uk Website 0.50 miles
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Bay Vets Ltd
Baldrand House Bowerham Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 3AJ 01524 32696 info@bayvets.co.uk Website 1.05 miles
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Farm Gate Veterinary Services Ltd
Bank Top Lancaster Auction Market Wyresdale Road Lancaster Lancashire LA1 3JQ 01524 60006 vet@farmgatevets.com Website 1.06 miles
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Burch Tree Vets
43 Gladstone Terrace Lancaster Lancashire LA1 1DW 01524 63732 btvets@gmail.com Website 1.74 miles
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Lanes Vets Ltd
Units 4-5 Ladies Walk Lake Enterprise Park Lancaster Lancashire LA1 3NX 01524 67777 Lancaster@lanesvets.com Website 1.99 miles
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Lancaster Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit B, Lancaster City Retail Park Mellishaw Lane Morecambe LA3 3FE 01524 581 346 Lancaster@vets4pets.com Website 2.85 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Williamson Park
Williamson Park Is Home To The Iconic Ashton Memorial And Holds 54 Acres Of Parkland With Woodland Walks And Excellent Views Over The City Of Lancaster And Across To Morecambe Bay. Lancashire LA1 1UX 1.29 miles Leave The M6 At Junction 33 Or 34 And Follow Signs For Lancaster City Centre. Once In The City Follow Tourist Information Signs For ‘Ashton Memorial’ Or ‘Butterfly House’.

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Sandylands Promenade And Beach
8 Whinnysty Ln Heysham Morecambe LA3 1PB 4.58 miles Sandylands, Morecambe And Heysham

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Bolton Le Sands
You Can Follow The Path Or Venture Across The Marsh To The Beach. There Are Well Trodden Paths Out To The Beach At Low Tide As Well. It Has Views Across The Bay And The Peninsula. The Bay View Garden Centre Cafe (The Potting Shed) Has A Dog Friendly Section Undercover And The Garden Centre Is Dog Friendly With A Small Seating Area At The Back. 49-53 Mill Ln Bolton-Le-Sands Carnforth LA5 8EU 5.77 miles Past Hest Bank And Into Bolton -Le-Sands, Follow The Signs To Bay View Garden Centre. If You Continue Down The Road You Will Come To A Small Parking Area Across From This Horse Pastures.

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Abbystead Reservoir
Woodland Walk By The Side Of A Stream. Lots Of Water For Hot Days. Wellies Needed! Dogs Can Be Off-Lead But Be Aware Of Low Fencing With Cows The Other Side. Doeholme Rake Lancashire 6.04 miles

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Nicky Nook
Start At Applestore Cafe And Finish There On This Circular Walk.6Km With Ascent Of 200M Apple Store Cafe Snowhill Lane 6.52 miles

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Warton Crag
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Through Warton Crag, Carnforth, Lancashire. Starting At The Crag, The Walk Heads Up And Around To The Top Of The Crag, Passing The Rocking Stones And Warton Crag Summit And Into The Surrounding Woods. LA5 9RY 8.19 miles From East Lancashire Follow The M6 To Junction 35 Then Follow The A6 To The Traffic Lights In The Centre Of Carnforth. Turn Right And Follow The Road To Reach Warton On The Right. Look For The George Washington Pub To See A Car Park On The Left.

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