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Haydock, Lancashire

Haydock is a large village in Lancashire. Previously a major coal mining area, the town's proximity to the M6 and the East Lancs Road has made it a major distribution centre. Haydock Park Racecourse (opened 1899) lies to the north-east of the village. It is within the council area of St Helens.

Place Type: Village
Historic County: Lancashire
Lat, Long: 53.467844,-2.660628
Grid Reference: SJ 5624 9699
Council Area: St Helens CA
Strategic Authority Area: Liverpool City Region SA
Police Area: Merseyside PA

GBPN ID: 20703
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Haydock,_Lancashire_20703

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