Natural landmarks · North West England
West Lancashire Light Railway
In or near Hutton.
West Lancashire Light Railway — a other in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Willow Tree Halt · 0.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
West Lancashire Light Railway is a other located in england-north-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Ribble Estuary SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: RIBBLE ESTUARY
- Ramsar wetland: Ribble & Alt Estuaries
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
West Lancashire Light Railway is located in North-West England. It operates a heritage railway offering a glimpse into the region's transport history. The railway features vintage locomotives and carriages, providing a unique experience within the scenic landscape of West Lancashire.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 53.7004, -2.8382
- County
- Lancashire
- District
- West Lancashire
- Parish
- Hesketh-with-Becconsall
- Postcode
- PR4 6SP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Southport
- Nearest railway station
- Willow Tree Halt — 0 km
Sources
- osm: way/1178588916 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Lancashire Light Railway?
- West Lancashire Light Railway is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PR4 6SP), in the parish of Hesketh-with-Becconsall.
- What is West Lancashire Light Railway?
- West Lancashire Light Railway — a other in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to West Lancashire Light Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Willow Tree Halt, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode PR4 6SP.
- Is West Lancashire Light Railway a protected site?
- Yes — West Lancashire Light Railway is part of the Ribble Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the RIBBLE ESTUARY National Nature Reserve.
- Is West Lancashire Light Railway free to visit?
- Yes, West Lancashire Light Railway is free to enter.
- How do I get to West Lancashire Light Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Willow Tree Halt, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PR4 6SP.