Hest Bank is a Village in the county of Lancashire.
Hest Bank is a picturesque village located in Lancashire, nestled along the shores of Morecambe Bay. Known for its scenic beauty and tranquil atmosphere, it is a place where the natural landscape seamlessly blends with a rich history. The village offers stunning views across the bay, particularly during sunset when the sky is painted with vibrant hues, reflecting off the water and creating a truly serene scene. Hest Bank’s coastal position also makes it a popular spot for birdwatchers, with numerous species frequenting the area, particularly during migratory seasons.
Historically, Hest Bank was a significant point along the ancient cross-bay route to the Lake District, a path that has been used for centuries. Today, while the traditional way of life has evolved, remnants of the past remain, giving visitors a sense of its heritage. The Lancaster Canal runs through the village, providing opportunities for peaceful walks along its towpaths, with charming narrowboats occasionally passing by. This adds to the area’s appeal for those seeking a leisurely pace of life away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns.
The village itself is small yet welcoming, with a strong sense of community. There are a few local amenities, including cosy pubs and small shops, catering to both residents and visitors alike. Its proximity to larger towns such as Lancaster means that Hest Bank enjoys the best of both worlds – rural charm and easy access to urban conveniences. It’s a delightful retreat for those looking to explore the natural beauty of Lancashire, while also appreciating the village’s quiet charm.
Hest Bank postcode: LA2 6HZ
There are great places to visit near Hest Bank 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, shopping centres, cities and castles.
The area around Hest Bank boasts some of the best towns including Darwen, Chorley, Leyland, Nelson, Blackburn, Burnley, and Blackpool.
The area around Hest Bank features a number of interesting villages including Ryal Fold, Tockholes, Brinscall, White Coppice, Heath Charnock, Higher Wheelton, and Ribchester.
There are a several good parks in the Hest Bank area like Bold Venture Park, Sunnyhurst Wood, Astley Park, Worden Park, Cuerden Valley Country Park, and Ball Grove Park.
The area around Hest Bank boasts some of the best waterfalls including Bold Venture Waterfall, Sunnyhurst Waterfalls, Hatch Brook Waterfall, Holts Flat Waterfall, Lead Mines Clough Waterfall, Sheep Pen Waterfall, and Old Brooks Waterfall.
Sunnyhurst Wood, Wheelton Plantation, High Bullough Wood, Back Plantation, Spen Wood, Duxbury Woods, and Longworth Clough are great places to visit near Hest Bank if you like woodlands.
Don't miss Sunnyhurst Brook, Hatch Brook, Dean Black Brook, Eller Brook, River Yarrow at Duxbury Woods, Ease Gill, and River Roddlesworth's rivers and streams if visiting the area around Hest Bank.
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 are some of Hest Bank best old mines to visit near Hest Bank.
The area around Hest Bank boasts some of the best ruins including Old Lyons Colliery (ruin), Higher Pasture Barn (ruin), Ripping (ruin), Wheelton Plantation, Blackhurst (ruin), Heatherlea (ruin), and Shop Fold (ruin).
The area around Hest Bank boasts some of the best historic buildings including 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.
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 are some of Hest Bank best ancient sites to visit near Hest Bank.
The area around Hest Bank features a number of interesting historic monuments including Jubilee Tower, Bevis and the Ruined Summerhouse, and Cromwell's Bridge.
The area around Hest Bank features a number of interesting hiking areas including Anglezarke, Lead Mines Clough, High Bullough Wood, Stronstrey Bank, Lister Mill Quarry, Great Hill, and White Coppice.
Hills to visit near Hest Bank include Standing Stones Hill, Great Hill, Healey Nab, Spitlers Edge, Will Narr, Warton Crag, and Parlick.
Places near Hest Bank feature a number of interesting round cairns including Jepsons Gate Cairn.
There are a several good lakes in the Hest Bank area like High Bullough Reservoir, Anglezarke Reservoir, White Coppice Mill Pond, Big Lodge Water, Top Lodge, The Blue Lagoon, and Lower Ogden Reservoir.
Hest Bank's best nearby bluebell woods can be found at High Bullough Wood, Duxbury Woods, Hill Top Wood, Warton Crag, and Roddlesworth Woods.
The area around Hest Bank boasts some of the best geological features including Stronstrey Bank, White Coppice Quarry, Warton Crag and Grisedale Wood Limestone Pavement, Sykes Mine, and The Great Stone of Fourstones.
Hest Bank has some unmissable gardens nearby like The Evaders' Garden, Astley Walled Garden, and Hoghton Tower.
There are a number of country parks near Hest Bank including Yarrow Valley Country Park, Worden Park, Cuerden Valley Country Park, Witton Country Park, Beacon Fell, Langroyd Country Park, and Wyre Estuary Country Park.
Top Lodge, Longworth Clough, Leighton Moss, Brockholes Nature Reserve, Ball Grove Park, Upper Ball Grove Lodge, and Mere Sands Wood are great places to visit near Hest Bank if you like nature reserves.
The area around Hest Bank's best historic sites can be found at Black Coppice Mill Stone Factory.
There are a several good canals in the Hest Bank area like 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.
Roman Sites to visit near Hest Bank include Ribchester Roman Bath House, and Ribchester Roman Museum.
Hest Bank has some unmissable museums nearby like Ribchester Roman Museum, The British Commercial Vehicle Museum, and Harris Museum - Art Gallery and Library Preston.
Hest Bank's best nearby caves can be found at Dog Holes Cave, Fairy Hole, and County Pot.
The area around Hest Bank's best limestone pavements can be found at Warton Crag and Grisedale Wood Limestone Pavement.
Warton Crag S.S.S.I, and West Pennine Moors are great places to visit near Hest Bank if you like sssis.
There are a several good beaches in the Hest Bank area like Blackpool, Half Moon Bay, The Shore (Bolton-le-Sands), and Hest Bank Wharf.
Shopping Centres to visit near Hest Bank include The Concourse Shopping Centre.
There are a number of cities near Hest Bank including Preston, and Lancaster.
The area around Hest Bank's best castles can be found at Clitheroe Castle.
Hest Bank History
There are some historic monuments around Hest Bank:
