Around 8 miles south of Lancaster lies the small village of Cockerham – according to historians the name Cockerham means “village by the winding river”. The River Cocker runs close to the settlement whilst Cockerham Marsh is located to the west of the Cockerham Channel and is today a designated SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) famed for its population of natterjack toads. It is a favoured location for those who enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities in the surrounding countryside with its network of paths and bridleways and is within easy reach of the Lune Estuary. Cockerham was home to Cockersands Abbey. This was a Premonstratensian (a religious order of canons founded by St Norbert at Premontre in France around 1119) Abbey founded in 1190 and called St Marys in the Marsh, eventually it became one of the wealthiest house in Lancashire until Henry VIII disposed of it and its lands during the Dissolution of the Monasteries. Today Cockerham still relies on the agricultural industry to sustain itself but more so than ever before tourists are discovering this little peaceful village nestling here in the countryside.
Camping
Holiday Park
Pub and Bar
School
Cockerham C of E Primary School
Activities
Black Knights Parachute Centre Ltd(Airsports)
Cycling at Patty's Farm Barn(Cycling)
Patty's Farm Barn(Fishing)
Places to Stay near Cockerham
The Bay Horse Inn (1.75 miles)
Discover the beauty and enjoy the tranquility of this unspoiled area of rural Lancashire. With glorious and peaceful countryside, The Trough of Bowland is the perfect destination. Here you can ... More
New Holly (1.90 miles)
Middle Holly Cottage (2.10 miles)
Old Coaching Inn built in 1820, has been tastefully refurbished to provide a high standard of accommodation with a warm friendly atmosphere.Contemporary ensuite rooms with digital LCD TV,complimentory Wi Fi connection,hospitality tray.Large safe car park ... More | visit website
The Mill at Conder Green (2.10 miles)
The Mill at Conder Green operates as a Hotel Bar and Restaurant located at Conder Green, Lancaster. At The Mill at Conder Green you will find comfortable en-suite accommodation with breath taking views, a relaxing ... More | visit websiteTravelodge Lancaster M6 (2.28 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Fleece Inn (2.77 miles)
Famous for award-winning food, drink, and service, we are located just by the Forest of Bowland - area of outstanding natural beauty, yet just a couple of miles from the ... More
Lancaster House Hotel (3.22 miles)
Mole End Cottage (4.50 miles)
Royal Oak Hotel (4.66 miles)
Greaves Hotel (5.24 miles)
from the 8th of june 2009 the greaves hotel is under new managementWithin easy reach of the city centre, the Greaves Hotel offers comfortable accommodation and a cosy bar atmosphere. ... More
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