Welcome to Eccleston

Eccleston is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of St. Helens, Merseyside. It is situated approximately 3 miles east of St. Helens town centre and is bordered by the villages of Rainhill, Prescot, and Sutton. Eccleston has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was known as "Eccleston in Makerfield". The village has a population of around 6,000 people and is known for its picturesque countryside, historic buildings, and friendly community.

One of the most notable landmarks in Eccleston is the Grade II listed Eccleston Old Hall. The hall dates back to the 16th century and was once the home of the Eccleston family. Today, it is a popular wedding venue and is open to the public for tours and events. Another historic building in the village is the Church of St. Thomas the Martyr. The church was built in the 19th century and features stunning stained glass windows and a beautiful interior. Eccleston also has a number of parks and green spaces, including Eccleston Mere, a popular spot for fishing and birdwatching.

Eccleston is a thriving village with a strong sense of community. It has a range of local amenities, including shops, pubs, and restaurants, as well as a primary school and a community centre. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with easy access to the M62 motorway and regular bus services to St. Helens and Liverpool. Overall, Eccleston is a charming and welcoming village with a rich history and plenty to offer both residents and visitors.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 4.2°C

Feels Like: 2.2°C

Wind: 4.9 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Bleak Hill Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Melissa Lawrenson	Hamilton Road Windle St Helens Merseyside WA10 6HG 01744678190 School Website
St Thomas Of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lyn Rawlinson	Rainford Road Windleshaw St Helens Merseyside WA10 6BX 01744621380 School Website
De La Salle School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Rannard	Mill Brow Eccleston St Helens Merseyside WA10 4QH 0 174420511 School Website
St Julies Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs A M Hodgson	Brooklands Road Eccleston St Helens Merseyside WA10 5HG 01744678233 School Website
Queens Park C Of E Urc Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Justine Kellett	Rivington Road St Helens Merseyside WA10 4NQ 01744378202 School Website
Rivington Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Clare Powell	Tennis Street North Dentons Green St Helens Merseyside WA10 6LF 01744678493 School Website
St Teresas Catholic Primary School Devon Street Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachael Brookes	Devon Street St Helens Merseyside WA10 4HX 01744678667 School Website
Cowley International College Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Cameron Sheeran	Hard Lane St Helens Merseyside WA10 6PN 01744678030 School Website
Eccleston Mere Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ryan Mugan	Saleswood Avenue Eccleston St Helens Merseyside WA10 5NX 01744734829 School Website
St Marys And St Thomas C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lyndsey Lewis	Barton Close St Helens Merseyside WA10 2HS 01744734320

Local Train Stations

Train Station
St Helens Central Shaw Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1DQ 1.84 Miles

Thatto Heath Thatto Heath Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 5PE 1.92 Miles

Eccleston Park Portico Lane, Eccleston Park, Merseyside, L35 7JS 2.28 Miles

Lea Green Marshalls Cross Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3BZ 2.58 Miles

Prescot Bridge Road, Prescot, Merseyside, L34 5SN 2.75 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Jigsaw Travel 01744 759147 42 Broadway, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 5DG 0.46 Miles
Jb Travel 01744 609815 101 Stanhope Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 2BT 1.15 Miles
Saints Cars 01744 758282 105 Duke Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 2JG 1.24 Miles
Express Cars 01744 633633 35 Duke Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 2JE 1.38 Miles
Atob Delta Taxis 01744 633633 35 Duke Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 2JE 1.38 Miles
Cable Cars 01744 600700 54 Westfield Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1QJ 1.39 Miles
Saints Taxis 01744 20022 32 Westfield Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1QF 1.44 Miles
Atob Delta Taxis 01744 600600 33 New Cross St, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1QN 1.44 Miles
Century Limousines 01744 454849 338 Prescot Road, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 3AG 1.45 Miles
Atob Delta Taxis 01744 451451 34 Baldwin Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 2RL 1.47 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Coronation Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bleak Hill Post Office Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Kiln Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barrowfield Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Windle Smithies Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ellison Drive Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Springfield Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dentons Green Post Office Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
King Edward Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Abbey Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Millfields Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Knowsley Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lingholme Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Windsor Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gillars Green Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Eccleston Medical Centre 01744 454454	Eccleston Medical Centre 4 Millsfield Court Eccleston, St Helens WA10 5RG
Bethany Medical Centre 01744 734128	Bethany Medical Centre 151 Grafton Street St Helens WA10 4GW
Homeless Health 01744 673801	St Helens Rota Ltd Albion Street Clinic St Helens Merseyside WA10 2HU
Widnes Pcn Acute Visiting Service 01744 673801	St Helens Rota Ltd Albion Street Clinic St Helens Merseyside WA10 2HU
Phoenix Medical Centre 01744 621120	Atherton Street St.Helens Merseyside WA10 2HT

Local Stores

St Helens
449 Prescot Road
St. Helens
Merseyside
WA10 3BD
01744 75310
Store Website
1.53 miles

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SPAR Prescot Road
Prescot Road
St Helens
WA10 3HG
01744758017
Store Website
1.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

White Cross Vets St Helens
Unit 2, Millfield Road Eccleston St Helens Merseyside WA10 5NS 01744 410777 Website 0.74 miles
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Medivet St. Helens
160-162 Duke Street St. Helens Merseyside WA10 2JJ 01744 23263 st.helens@medivet.co.uk Website 1.15 miles
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Freckleton Veterinary Clinics &Amp; Aquazone
89-91 Freckleton Road St. Helens Merseyside WA10 3AS 01744 453 429 freckleton.surgery@rutlandhousevets.co.uk Website 1.53 miles
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Community Pet Clinic
Inside Jollyes Pet Store St. Helens Retail Park Warrington New Road St. Helens Merseyside WA9 1JJ 01744 735712 sthelens@jollyes.co.uk 2.03 miles
Amenities Vaccination clinic only
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Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Unit 9 Ravenhead Retail Park St Helens Linkway St Helens Merseyside WA9 1JF 01744 610143 sthelens@companioncare.co.uk Website 2.05 miles
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Medivet Prescot
137 Scotchbarn Lane Prescot Merseyside L35 7JA 0151 426 8999 prescot@medivet.co.uk Website 2.62 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Carr Mill Dam
Garswood Old Rd 2.45 miles Come Off The East Lancs At The Traffic Lights And Park In The Toby Carvery Car Park

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The Dream Sculpture Sutton Manor Woodland
Clock Face, St. Helens. Nice Views. Lovely Walk. The Dream Sculpture Sutton Manor Saint HELENS DISTRICT 4.19 miles

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Colliers Moss Common
Bold Lane 4.27 miles Parking Is Just On The Corner Next To M&Amp;Y Maintenance. Gates Or Open Most Of The Time

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Clockface Country Park
The Clock Face Country Park Is Located In The South Of St Helens In Merseyside. It's Accessible From Two Main Entry Points In Gorsey Lane And From Clock Face Road (Opposite Sutton Manor Woodland). Maypole Wood Is Located Further Up Gorsey Lane, In Between The Country Park And Hall Lane. Ln 4.39 miles

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Three Sisters And Viridor Woods
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Three Sisters & Viridor Woods. This Walking Route Is Located Close To Wigan, Greater Manchester And Features A Great Forest Setting. WN4 8DD 6.38 miles From Wigan, Take The A49 Warrington Road Heading South. After You Pass By A Shell Garage On Your Left, At The Roundabout You Will See A Brown Road Sign Directing You To 'Three Sisters' (Still On The A49). Take A Left, Following The Road Sign Directions, Onto Bryn Road. Head Down Here And Take The First Proper Road On Your Left, Lockett Road. Then A Left Onto Three Sisters Road, Which Leads You Up To The Car Park.

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Three Sisters And Viridor Woods Walk
Three Sisters Rd Ashton-In-Makerfield Wigan WN4 8DD 6.42 miles

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Weather Forecast

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