Tarleton, Lancashire

There's lots to see and do in Lancashire. A hot air balloon flight may be perfect for a birthday gift or special celebration.

The large village of Tarleton is a thriving community situated on the A565, 10 miles east of the coastal town of Southport (Merseyside), and the A59, 10 miles from Preston (to the north) and Ormskirk (to the south).

Tarleton is part of a Parish that also includes the three hamlets of Sollom, Holmes and Mere Brow. The River Douglas (named the River Asland along this section) flows for 3 miles along the east side of Tarleton to join the River Ribble. The Leeds & Liverpool Canal is almost parallel to the River Douglas at Tarleton and joins the river at Tarleton Lock.

The area to the south of Tarleton is used mainly for arable farming. The area to the north, close to the banks of the Ribble, is mainly marshland. There are many plant nurseries (greenhouses), retail fruit and vegetable shops, and even an Ostrich Farm in the Tarelton area. There are sports facilities at Tarleton High School and bowling is also played in season.

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