In around 1251 the settlement of Cherlegh and the town was not officially Chorley until 1793 through an Act of Parliament. As far back as 1498 Chorley was a market town, a tradition that continues today, there are two main areas – The Flat Iron (known locally as “The Cattle Market”) and Chorley Covered Market which makes up the centre of the town with static lock up stalls.. Located in the County of Lancashire in the North West of England there is evidence that the Romans also visited the area, a hoard of Roman coins found were off Southport Road in around 1820. During the 1800’s Chorley was an important manufacturer of cotton, yarns calicoes and other cloth material as well as railway wagon building. Around Chorley there were bleachfields, printworks, coal; mines ands stone quarrying all contributing to the growth of the town. In 1935 the government at that time decided to erect a new arsenal in Chorley and to start manufacturing munitions, Chorley was the elected location and at the height of production it employed 28,000 people. In keeping with the wealth generated the area boats a number of stately homes, parks and gardens. Astley Hall is a Tudor mansion set in around 100 acres of parkland and today the hall is a museum and art gallery. As well as the surrounding parkland and woodland there are ample outdoor activities and residents and visitors alike can appreciate this market town.
Attraction
Astley Hall
Camelot Theme Park
Heskin Hall
Budget
Hunters Lodge Motel *book online*
Premier Inn Chorley North *book online*
Premier Inn Chorley South *book online*
Premier Travel Lodge Chorley *book online*
Care Home
Euxton Park Care Home
Lakeview Care Home
Classes
Club
Council
Dentist
Atherleigh Dental Practice
Coppull Dental Practice
Doctor
Acreswood Surgery
Adlington Medical Centre
Croston Medical Centre
Cunliffe Medical Centre
The Health Centre
Estate Agent
Black Horse Agencies - Entwistle GreenHalifax Property Services
Ince Williamson
Town & Village Properties
Golf Club
Charnock Richard
Chorley
Duxbury Jubilee Park
Inn
Market
Chorley Covered Market
Chorley Flat Iron Car Boot & Flea Market
Chorley Flat Iron Market
Chorley Food & Craft Market
Pub and Bar
Blob Shop
Derby Arms
Duke of York
Harpers Arms
Hop Pocket
Masons Arms
Oak Tree Inn
Potters Arms
Shepherds Arms
Restaurant
Blue Elephant
Boatel Cruises
Coach House Brasserie
Duke of York
Hop Pocket
Parmesan & Pepper
Thyme & Plaice
Veena
Solicitor
Kevill Kirkham & Grayson
Stanley H Cross & Co
Wallwork & Co
Taxi
44 Taxis
A & M Taxis
A2B Taxis Chorley
Chorley Taxis
Star Cars
Vet
Sports Clubs
Chorley CC (Cricket)
Clayton Green Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Shops
Book Clearance Centre
Easthams Florist
Boots
Birkacre Nurseries Ltd
Adlington Pet Supplies
The Pet Shop
Bamford & Parker
Sutcliffes
Feet First
Footprints
FairlyGoods
Halfords
The Picture Shop
Wickes
Chorley Health Food Store Ltd
H Samuel
Gamestation
Superdrug
Rowlands Pharmacy
Handmade Heaven
Specsavers
J J B Sports
Gillibrand Flowers
Antiques
Heskin Hall Antiques
Nostalgia Antiques
Activities
Lancaster House Farm(Fishing)
Arkenfield Equestrian Centre(Riding)
Places to Stay near Chorley
Inglewood Boutique B&B (0.27 miles)
This Edwardian town house has been carefully converted into a boutique bed and breakfast offering free Wi-Fi, free parking and stylish accommodation at a reasonable price.
The Inglewood has elegant, Visit Britain-approved ... More
Premier Inn Chorley South (1.04 miles)
Hartwood Hall (1.43 miles)
Situated on the outskirts of the charming market town of Chorley, this former coaching inn is just minutes away from the M61, enabling easy access to Preston, Manchester and North Lancashire. Just ... More
Premier Travel Lodge Chorley (1.85 miles)
With more than 450 hotels on major routes across the UK, you're sure to find a Premier Travel Inn to suit you. And wherever you go you'll find comfy well-equipped bedrooms- everything you want for ... MoreHunters Lodge Motel (2.07 miles)
A friendly, family run motel, ideally situated for West Lancashire. Specialising in value for money overnight accommodation. Hunters Lodge Motel is a family run hotel offering affordable & conveniently located accommodation in ... More
Shaw Hill Golf and Country Club (2.17 miles)
Sitting like a crown above an 18 hole championship golf course, Shaw Hill's magnificent Georgian exterior is matched only by the beauty of the many original features, and lavish furnishings inside the building.
The Vardon a ... More | visit website
Days Inn Charnock Richard - M6 (2.91 miles)
Park Hall Hotel (2.92 miles)
Travelodge Preston Chorley (3.52 miles)
Located on the A6 Road to Chorley, 6 miles from the Camelot Theme Park, this Travelodge provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring the surrounding attractions and countryside. Spacious en-suite rooms, TV ... More | visit website
Pines Hotel (3.77 miles)
The Pines Hotel was built in 1895 and was originally a private gentleman's residence of Victorian design. Situated in landscaped gardens and mature woodlands, the hotel offers every modern comfort and ... More
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