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.
Darwen, Chorley, Leyland, Nelson, Blackburn, Burnley, and Blackpool are some of Hest Bank best towns to visit near Hest Bank.
The area around Hest Bank boasts some of the best villages including Ryal Fold, Tockholes, Brinscall, White Coppice, Heath Charnock, Higher Wheelton, and Ribchester.
Hest Bank's best nearby parks can be found at 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 Hest Bank best waterfalls to visit near Hest Bank.
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.
The area around Hest Bank features a number of interesting rivers and streams including Sunnyhurst Brook, Hatch Brook, Dean Black Brook, Eller Brook, River Yarrow at Duxbury Woods, Ease Gill, and River Roddlesworth.
Hest Bank has some unmissable old mines nearby like 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.
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 Hest Bank 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 great places to visit near Hest Bank if you like historic buildings.
Hest Bank's best nearby ancient sites can be found at 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.
Hest Bank's best nearby historic monuments can be found at Jubilee Tower, Bevis and the Ruined Summerhouse, and Cromwell's Bridge.
Anglezarke, Lead Mines Clough, High Bullough Wood, Stronstrey Bank, Lister Mill Quarry, Great Hill, and White Coppice are some of Hest Bank best hiking areas to visit near Hest Bank.
The area around Hest Bank features a number of interesting hills including Standing Stones Hill, Great Hill, Healey Nab, Spitlers Edge, Will Narr, Warton Crag, and Parlick.
Hest Bank is near some unmissable round cairns like 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.
The area around Hest Bank features a number of interesting bluebell woods including High Bullough Wood, Duxbury Woods, Hill Top Wood, Warton Crag, and Roddlesworth Woods.
Geological Features to visit near Hest Bank include Stronstrey Bank, White Coppice Quarry, Warton Crag and Grisedale Wood Limestone Pavement, and Sykes Mine.
Hest Bank has some unmissable gardens nearby like 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 great places to visit near Hest Bank if you like country parks.
Hest Bank's best nearby nature reserves can be found at Top Lodge, Longworth Clough, Leighton Moss, Brockholes Nature Reserve, Ball Grove Park, Upper Ball Grove Lodge, and Mere Sands Wood.
Historic Sites to visit near Hest Bank include Black Coppice Mill Stone Factory.
Don't miss 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's canals if visiting the area around Hest Bank.
Ribchester Roman Bath House, and Ribchester Roman Museum are some of Hest Bank best roman sites to visit near Hest Bank.
Hest Bank has some unmissable museums nearby like Ribchester Roman Museum, The British Commercial Vehicle Museum, and Harris Museum - Art Gallery and Library Preston.
Don't miss Dog Holes Cave, Fairy Hole, and County Pot's caves if visiting the area around Hest Bank.
There are a number of limestone pavements near to Hest Bank including Warton Crag and Grisedale Wood Limestone Pavement.
There are a several good sssis in the Hest Bank area like Warton Crag S.S.S.I, and West Pennine Moors.
Hest Bank has some unmissable beaches nearby like Blackpool, Half Moon Bay, The Shore (Bolton-le-Sands), and Hest Bank Wharf.
The Concourse Shopping Centre is one of Hest Bank's best, nearby shopping centres to visit in Hest Bank.
Hest Bank's best nearby cities can be found at Preston, and Lancaster.
There are a number of castles near to Hest Bank including Clitheroe Castle.
Hest Bank History
There are some historic monuments around Hest Bank:
