English Heritage sites near Halsall Parish

Chester Castle: Agricola Tower and Castle Walls

CHESTER CASTLE: AGRICOLA TOWER AND CASTLE WALLS

28 miles from Halsall Parish

The original gateway to Chester Castle, this 12th-century tower houses a chapel with exceptionally fine wall-paintings of c. 1220, rediscovered in the 1980s.

Chester Roman Amphitheatre

CHESTER ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE

28 miles from Halsall Parish

The largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain, used for entertainment and military training by the 20th Legion, based at the fortress of 'Deva' (Chester).

Whalley Abbey Gatehouse

WHALLEY ABBEY GATEHOUSE

28 miles from Halsall Parish

The 14th century gatehouse of the nearby Cistercian abbey, which was the second wealthiest monastery in Lancashire. The first floor of the gatehouse was probably a chapel.

Goodshaw Chapel

GOODSHAW CHAPEL

30 miles from Halsall Parish

English Heritage's only Nonconformist place of worship, this atmospheric Baptist chapel displays a complete set of box-pews, galleries and pulpit dating from c. 1742 to 1809.

Piel Castle

PIEL CASTLE

34 miles from Halsall Parish

The impressive ruins of a 14th-century castle with a massive keep, inner and outer baileys, and towered curtain walls still standing.

Beeston Castle and Woodland Park

BEESTON CASTLE AND WOODLAND PARK

34 miles from Halsall Parish

If you’re planning a family day out in Cheshire, then a visit to Beeston Castle in Tarporley fits the bill perfectly. This 'Castle of the Rock' is famous for its spectacular views.


Churches in Halsall Parish

St. Cuthbert's

New Street Halsall ormskirk
0151 526 2292
https://tsncs.church

We are a traditional Church of England parish church, a christian community seeking to grow in faith through fellowship, worship, prayer and learning together, striving to reflect God's love through service and mission. We hope to make everyone feel welcome.

Located in the beautiful Halsall countryside, we are an active parish Linked through our combined benefice with with St. Thomas' church in Lydiate and, St Cuthbert's, Haskayne and St. Thomas' Schools. Our church community is made up of people of all ages with many families and an active Sunday school. The oldest parts of the church date from the 14th century and there have been several alterations and additions. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building.

Bishop Paul's rule of life for our diocese guides our efforts to listen to God's call to each and every one of us to be people who are called to pray, read and learn, and sent to tell, serve and give.

St. Cuthbert's church is in the deanery of Ormskirk, the archdeaconry of Warrington, and the diocese of Liverpool. Its benefice is combined with that of St. Thomas', Lydiate. 

St. Cuthbert's Church has strong links with the local excellent Church of England primary schools:

St. Cuthbert's Church of England School Halsall (Head Teacher Mr D Scholes)

Downholland Haskayne (Head Teacher Mrs C Mcilwain)

St. Thomas' Lydiate (Head Teacher Mr Ward)



Pubs in Halsall Parish

Saracens Head

100 Summerwood Lane, Halsall, L39 8RH
(01704) 840204
thesaracensheadhalsall.co.uk

A canal side pub in a lovely location next to the Leeds to Liverpool canal, with a strong emphasis on food. As a result expect to pay premium prices.