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Situated in one of the most picturesque areas of Lancashire and nestling comfortably in one of the folds of green, undulating countryside at the foot of the West Pennine Moors, Chorley has something to offer everyone. A Historic and traditionally rooted market town, Chorley’s heritage dates as far back as Roman times. Chorley’s lineage and its rise to Borough status however, has been charted accurately from 1250 AD, when it was thought to have been granted Boroughship by William de Ferres, then Lord of Chorley.
More tangible evidence of Chorley’s exciting and evocative past is also to be found in the wealth of architectural scattered throughout the 80 square miles of the Borough. The chancel of the parish of St. Laurence are reputedly enshrined. Even from the time of Henry VIII’s reign, Chorley was distinguished as a town of prominence by its right to hold court and assizes.
Chorley’s cultural legacy is rich and colourful, emulating the scenic splendour that surrounds the town of Chorley and its neighbouring parishes. Within this closely-knit structure of peaceful villages and unspoilt hamlets, lies an unmistakable atmosphere of ease and unhurried enjoyment of life. Quiet country lanes and innumerable beauty spots beckon the touring motorists and sightseer. Family trips to the Camelot theme park and the Leeds Liverpool Canal are threaded with adventure and romance. Cultural visits to Chorley’s fascinating historic houses have a rich and enigmatic appeal. The allure of Chorley captivates everyone who visits the town.
There are plenty of interesting places to visit including Lever Park, lying on the western edge of the West Pennine Moors, on the lower slopes of Rivington Moor was made over as a gift to the general public in 1902. Lever Park comprises an awe-inspiring pot-pourri of ornamental, landscaped gardens, tree lined avenues, cruck farmed barns, a Georgian Hall and a treasure trove of natural history exhibits to over 2,000 acres. Lever Park’s moorland setting, elevated position and adjoining reservoirs provide scenery on a grand scale, which leaves a lasting impression.
The charming and ambient village of Rivington is surrounded by moorland of outstanding natural beauty and interest. Numerous nature trails and walks abound within the area, which is a popular focal point for hikers and ramblers. Rivington Pike, 1,191 feet above sea level and the preserved site of a former signal beacon, enjoys magnificent and unrestricted views of the Lancashire Plain. A network of reservoirs and gardens adds to the special, natural appeal of Rivington and its adjacent countryside.
The Leeds and Liverpool Canal was finally completed in 1816 and is the longest canal in Great Britain. The canal is popularly considered to be the finest in England for inspiring scenery and fascinating places of cultural interest and the canal’s upper levels boast a fine collection of locks. As it passes through Chorley, the Leeds Liverpool Canal provides an ideal route for almost any kind of pursuit, ranging from walking, fishing, Birdwatching and photography to industrial archaeology and sightseeing. Boating is also well catered for at Wheelton, Botany Bay, Heath Charnock and Adlington.
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