Welcome to Standish Lower Ground

Standish Lower Ground is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. The village is situated approximately 5 miles north-west of Wigan and has a population of around 2,000 people. The village is known for its beautiful countryside, historic buildings, and friendly community.

One of the most notable landmarks in Standish Lower Ground is the Grade II listed St. Wilfrid's Church. The church dates back to the 14th century and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another historic building in the village is the Standish Hall, which was built in the 16th century. The hall is now a private residence but is still an impressive sight to see.

Standish Lower Ground is surrounded by beautiful countryside, including the Haigh Hall Country Park and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. The village is also home to several local businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The village has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities taking place throughout the year, including a popular annual carnival. Overall, Standish Lower Ground is a charming village with a rich history and a welcoming community.

Local Schools

School	Details
Barrowford School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Tomlinson	Rushton Street Barrowford Nelson Lancashire BB9 6EA 01282615644 School Website
Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School Nelson Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Baxter	Holland Place Off Reedyford Road Nelson Lancashire BB9 8HD 01282612319 School Website
Nelson And Colne College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr David Rothwell	Scotland Road Nelson Lancashire BB9 7YT 1282440200 School Website
Barrowford St Thomas Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Duckworth	Wheatley Lane Road Barrowford Nelson Lancashire BB9 6QT 01282614462 School Website
Bradley Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sharon Taylor	Dover Street Nelson Lancashire BB9 7RF 01282615772 School Website
Bradley Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Mrs Kay Burke	Bradley Road East Nelson Lancashire BB9 7QH 01282615183 School Website
Nelson St Philips Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs R Moulden	Leeds Road Nelson Lancashire BB9 9TQ 01282614463 School Website
Lomeshaye Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Miss Anita Spokes	Norfolk Street Nelson Lancashire BB9 7SY 01282612063 School Website
Al-Ikhlaas Primary School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Khaleda Begum	35 Norfolk Street Nelson Lancashire BB9 7SY 1282618899
Whitefield Infant School And Nursery Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs E Mason	Every Street Nelson Lancashire BB9 7HF 01282612807 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Nelson Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF 0.99 Miles

Colne Primet Hill, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 9NX 1.31 Miles

Brierfield Railway Street, Brierfield, Lancashire, BB9 5PU 2.07 Miles

Burnley Central Railway Street, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 1DA 4.03 Miles

Burnley Barracks Junction Street, Burnley Barracks, Lancashire, BB12 0HG 4.45 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
A A Taxis 01282 619988 142 Scotland Rd, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 7XT 0.58 Miles
A K Taxis 01282 606012 142 Scotland Rd, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 7XT 0.58 Miles
Vip Cars 01282 692692 4 Forest St, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 7NB 0.71 Miles
Carline Taxis 01282 615088 378 Leeds Rd, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 8ES 0.71 Miles
Ma Taxis 01282 605666 4A Bankhouse Rd, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 7QW 0.72 Miles
Marsden And Gold Line Taxis 01282 695615 113 Leeds Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9UA 0.74 Miles
Sky Private Hire 01282 619619 Unit 2, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9HG 0.81 Miles
Diamond Taxis 01282 694433 Unit 3A/Lonsdale Mill/Lonsdale St, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9HG 0.81 Miles
A Line Taxis 01282 619619 Hussain Buildings, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9HG 0.81 Miles
Uk Car And Mini Buses 01282 693693 Leeds Rd, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9TG 0.83 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Barrowford Post Office Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Higher Causeway /Ridgeway Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
King Edward Terrace Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Reedyford Rd Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Regent Street Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grove House Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higher Ford Higher Ford Mill Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Scotland Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Belle Vue Post Office Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Wm Morrisons Collection Today available until:11:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Edward Street Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Leeds Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Seedhill Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Asda Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Carr Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Barrowford Health Centre 01282 619944	Lee Street Barrowford Nelson Lancashire BB9 8NR
Barrowford Surgery 01282 612621	Barrowford Surgery Ridgeway, Barrowford Nelson Lancashire BB9 8QP
Reedyford Hlth Care Group 01282 657575	Yarnspinners Primary Hcc Yarnspinners Wharf Carr Road, Nelson Lancashire BB9 7SR
Pwe Pendle Valley Mill 01282 657657	Yarnspinners Primary Hcc Carr Road Nelson BB9 7SR
Nelson Medical Practice 01282 657710	Yarnspinners Primary Hcc Yarnspinners Wharf Carr Road, Nelson Lancashire BB9 7SR

Local Stores

Barnoldswick
Rainhall Road
Barnoldswick
Lancashire
BB18 6AB
01282 816425
shop.4612@coop.co.uk
Store Website
4.82 miles

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SPAR Barrowford
80 Gisburn Road
Barrowford
BB9 6DT
01282 696717
Store Website
0.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Mearley Veterinary Group
145A Gisburn Road Barrowford Lancashire BB9 6HQ 01282 619318 0.31 miles

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Colne Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 3, Corporation Street Retail Park Corporation Street Colne Lancashire BB8 8LU 01282 857730 colne@vets4pets.com 0.75 miles
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Myerscough Veterinary Group
84 Colne Road Brierfield Nelson Lancashire BB9 5NN 01282 699 588 brierfield@myvets.co.uk Website 1.78 miles
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Pendle Pet Care Limited T/A Stanley House Veterinary Group
16-20 Albert Road Colne Lancashire BB8 0AA 01282 863892 liz@stanleyhousevets.co.uk Website 1.84 miles
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Stanley House Veterinary Group
Farm And Equine Department Ashlar Barn Barrowfield Road Higham Lancashire BB12 9ER 01282 868748 enquiry@stanleyhousevets.co.uk Website 2.89 miles

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Pendle Pet Care Limited T/A Stanley House Veterinary Group
420-422 Colne Road Burnley Lancashire BB10 1EL 01282 860650 liz@stanleyhousevets.co.uk 2.91 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Alkincoates Reserve Colne
Alkincoats Woodland Walk Alkincoats Rd Colne BB8 9DN 1.68 miles

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Pendle Hill
2 Barley Ln Nelson Lancashire BB9 6LH 2.59 miles

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Gawthorpe Hall
Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road Padiham Lancashire 4.63 miles On Exiting The Main Road, Make Sure To Take The Single Track Road To The Right, Not The Road That Leads To The Housing Estate.

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Towneley Park
Towneley Park Lancashire 5.01 miles Brown Signs Direct You There Within Several Miles. 3 Car Parks From Various Access Roads. Close To Burnley Town Centre On The Road Out Towards Todmorden.

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Hurstwood Reservoir
Park Up And Follow The Path Through The Gate, Walk Up The Path To The Reservoir And Walk Around It. It Takes About 45 Minutes But If Your Dog Loves Water Like Hector Does You Will Spend Ages At The Waters Edge Throwing A Ball Into The Water!! We Have Hector Off Lead However If You Decide To Walk Through The Woodland Off Path Beware Of Mountain Bikes And Horses. 23 Hurstwood Ln Worsthorne Burnley BB10 3LF 5.08 miles

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Spring Wood Whalley
Springwood Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 9UE 7.63 miles Well Signposted Car Park On The A671

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