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Ormskirk, Lancashire

Ormskirk is a market town in Lancashire. It has been described as a "planned borough", laid out in the 13th century. The market was established by a Royal Charter granted by King Edward I in 1286. Thursday has been market day since at least 1292. Ormskirk is famous for its gingerbread. The town is within the council area of West Lancashire (Lancashire).

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Lancashire
Lat, Long: 53.566961,-2.883985
Grid Reference: SD 4155 0818
Council Area: West Lancashire CA (Lancashire CA)
Strategic Authority Area: Lancashire SA
Police Area: Lancashire PA

GBPN ID: 34088
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Ormskirk,_Lancashire_34088

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