Rufford is a Town in the county of Lancashire.
Rufford is a charming village located near Ormskirk in the county of Lancashire, England. Nestled amidst the picturesque West Lancashire countryside, Rufford offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike.
One of the highlights of Rufford is the stunning, Rufford Old Hall, which is managed by the National Trust. This historic Tudor building dates back to the 16th century and provides a fascinating glimpse into the region’s rich heritage. Visitors can explore the beautifully preserved interiors, admire the period architecture, and stroll through the well-maintained gardens. The hall often hosts special events and exhibitions, making it a popular destination for history enthusiasts.
Nature lovers will also be delighted by Rufford’s proximity to the Rufford Marina and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. The marina offers a picturesque setting with moored narrowboats, a charming café, and a range of leisure activities. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks along the canal towpaths, go fishing, or even take a boat trip to explore the waterways.
For those seeking a peaceful retreat, Rufford provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. The village is surrounded by beautiful woodland areas, such as Ruff Wood and Holmeswood Park, which offer serene walking trails and picnic spots. These natural havens are perfect for a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the tranquility of the countryside.
Rufford postcode: L40 1
There are great places to visit near Rufford including some great towns, villages, parks, waterfalls, woodlands, rivers and streams, old mines, ruins, historic buildings, ancient sites, historic monuments, hiking areas, hills, round cairns, lakes, bluebell woods, geological features, gardens, country parks, nature reserves, historic sites, canals, roman sites, museums, caves, limestone pavements, sssis, beaches, attractions, shopping centres, cities and castles.
Rufford's best nearby towns can be found at Darwen, Chorley, Leyland, Nelson, Blackburn, Burnley, and Blackpool.
The area around Rufford boasts some of the best villages including Ryal Fold, Tockholes, Brinscall, White Coppice, Heath Charnock, Higher Wheelton, and Ribchester.
Parks to visit near Rufford include Bold Venture Park, Sunnyhurst Wood, Astley Park, Worden Park, Cuerden Valley Country Park, and Ball Grove Park.
Bold Venture Waterfall, Sunnyhurst Waterfalls, Hatch Brook Waterfall, Holts Flat Waterfall, Lead Mines Clough Waterfall, Sheep Pen Waterfall, and Old Brooks Waterfall are some of Rufford best waterfalls to visit near Rufford.
Rufford has some unmissable woodlands nearby like Sunnyhurst Wood, Wheelton Plantation, High Bullough Wood, Back Plantation, Spen Wood, Duxbury Woods, and Longworth Clough.
Sunnyhurst Brook, Hatch Brook, Dean Black Brook, Eller Brook, River Yarrow at Duxbury Woods, Ease Gill, and River Roddlesworth are some of Rufford best rivers and streams to visit near Rufford.
Don't miss Old Lyons Colliery (ruin), Lead Mines Clough Lead Mines, Coppice Stile Lead Mine Trial, White Coppice Lead Mine, Duxbury Park Colliery (ruin), Ellerbeck Collieries (ruin), and Sykes Mine's old mines if visiting the area around Rufford.
Old Lyons Colliery (ruin), Higher Pasture Barn (ruin), Ripping (ruin), Wheelton Plantation, Blackhurst (ruin), Heatherlea (ruin), and Shop Fold (ruin) are great places to visit near Rufford if you like ruins.
Church of Saint Stephen at Tockholes, Astley Hall, Chorley Lodge, Belmont Paper Mills (Derelict), Blacko Tower, The Wishing Well at Hollinshead Hall, and Hoghton Tower are some of Rufford best historic buildings to visit near Rufford.
There are a number of ancient sites near Rufford including Church of Saint Stephen at Tockholes, The Quernmore Burial, Standing Stones Hill, Pikestones Chambered Long Cairn, Jepsons Gate Cairn, Black Coppice Chambered Cairn, and Dog Holes Cave.
There are a several good historic monuments in the Rufford area like Jubilee Tower, Bevis and the Ruined Summerhouse, and Cromwell's Bridge.
Rufford has some unmissable hiking areas nearby like Anglezarke, Lead Mines Clough, High Bullough Wood, Stronstrey Bank, Lister Mill Quarry, Great Hill, and White Coppice.
There are a number of hills near Rufford including Standing Stones Hill, Great Hill, Healey Nab, Spitlers Edge, Will Narr, Warton Crag, and Parlick.
Jepsons Gate Cairn is a great place to visit close to Rufford if you like round cairns.
High Bullough Reservoir, Anglezarke Reservoir, White Coppice Mill Pond, Big Lodge Water, Top Lodge, The Blue Lagoon, and Lower Ogden Reservoir are some of Rufford best lakes to visit near Rufford.
Bluebell Woods to visit near Rufford include High Bullough Wood, Duxbury Woods, Hill Top Wood, Warton Crag, and Roddlesworth Woods.
The area around Rufford features a number of interesting geological features including Stronstrey Bank, White Coppice Quarry, Warton Crag and Grisedale Wood Limestone Pavement, Sykes Mine, and The Great Stone of Fourstones.
Gardens to visit near Rufford include The Evaders' Garden, Astley Walled Garden, and Hoghton Tower.
Yarrow Valley Country Park, Worden Park, Cuerden Valley Country Park, Witton Country Park, Beacon Fell, Langroyd Country Park, and Wyre Estuary Country Park are some of Rufford best country parks to visit near Rufford.
Nature Reserves to visit near Rufford include Top Lodge, Longworth Clough, Leighton Moss, Brockholes Nature Reserve, Ball Grove Park, Upper Ball Grove Lodge, and Mere Sands Wood.
The area around Rufford's best historic sites can be found at Black Coppice Mill Stone Factory.
Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Heath Charnock, Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Higher Wheelton, Leeds and Liverpool Canal - Summit to Wigan Section, Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Adlington, Lancaster Canal at Bolton-le-Sands, and Leeds and Liverpool Canal - Rufford Branch are great places to visit near Rufford if you like canals.
There are a number of roman sites near Rufford including Ribchester Roman Bath House, and Ribchester Roman Museum.
Rufford's best nearby museums can be found at Ribchester Roman Museum, The British Commercial Vehicle Museum, and Harris Museum - Art Gallery and Library Preston.
The area around Rufford boasts some of the best caves including Dog Holes Cave, Fairy Hole, and County Pot.
Warton Crag and Grisedale Wood Limestone Pavement is a great place to visit close to Rufford if you like limestone pavements.
The area around Rufford features a number of interesting sssis including Warton Crag S.S.S.I, and West Pennine Moors.
Beaches to visit near Rufford include Blackpool, Half Moon Bay, The Shore (Bolton-le-Sands), and Hest Bank Wharf.
The area around Rufford boasts some of the best attractions including Madame Tussauds Blackpool, The Big One, and Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
There are a number of shopping centres near to Rufford including The Concourse Shopping Centre.
There are a several good cities in the Rufford area like Preston, and Lancaster.
Castles to visit near Rufford include Clitheroe Castle.
Rufford History
There are some historic monuments around Rufford:
