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British Place Names

Orrell Post is an urban locality in Orrell, Lancashire. The original Orrell 'post', signifying a halt on the turnpike road, is outside the Stag public house. It is within the council area of Wigan.

Place Type: Urban locality
Historic County: Lancashire
Lat, Long: 53.539777,-2.704473
Grid Reference: SD 5341 0502
Council Area: Wigan CA
Strategic Authority Area: Greater Manchester SA
Police Area: Greater Manchester PA

GBPN ID: 34094
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Orrell_Post,_Lancashire_34094

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