Fosters Green

Settlement in Lancashire West Lancashire

England

Fosters Green

Ashurst's Beacon The land here was only a bequest in 1962 to the people of Wigan — Ashurst's Beacon Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Fosters Green is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the West Lancashire district, it is nestled between the towns of Ormskirk and Skelmersdale. With a population of around 500 residents, Fosters Green is a close-knit community characterized by its peaceful atmosphere and picturesque surroundings.

The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional cottages and modern houses. The architecture reflects a blend of old-world charm and contemporary designs. Fosters Green enjoys a rural setting, with vast expanses of green fields and farmland surrounding the village. This idyllic countryside provides a tranquil backdrop for residents and visitors alike.

Despite its small size, Fosters Green is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities. The nearby A570 road provides easy access to Ormskirk and Skelmersdale, as well as the wider road network. Public transportation options include regular bus services, allowing residents to commute to nearby towns and access amenities and services.

The village offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local convenience store, a post office, and a primary school. For recreational activities, residents can enjoy walking and cycling in the scenic countryside, as well as visiting nearby parks and nature reserves.

Overall, Fosters Green is a charming village that offers a peaceful and picturesque living environment amidst the beautiful Lancashire countryside. Its close community spirit and convenient location make it an attractive place to reside.

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Fosters Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.558028/-2.7647638 or Grid Reference SD4907. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ashurst's Beacon The land here was only a bequest in 1962 to the people of Wigan

Ashurst's Beacon

The land here was only a bequest in 1962 to the people of Wigan

Kevin Waterhouse

Golf and Glass View WNW from the car park on the eastern edge of the grid square. Looking across Beacon Park golf course towards Pilkington&#039;s European Technology Centre on Hall Lane, Lathom.

Golf and Glass

View WNW from the car park on the eastern edge of the grid square. Looking across Beacon Park golf course towards Pilkington's European Technology Centre on Hall Lane, Lathom.

Wrapped up against the cold St Michael &amp; All Angels, Dalton

Wrapped up against the cold

St Michael & All Angels, Dalton

Star status for a Skelmersdale roundabout Skelmersdale New Town must be the place with the highest number of traffic islands, and has some of the largest.

Star status for a Skelmersdale roundabout

Skelmersdale New Town must be the place with the highest number of traffic islands, and has some of the largest.

Desert island for some Not everyone likes shopping

Desert island for some

Not everyone likes shopping

Ne'er the twain shall meet Skelmersdale&#039;s traffic system is aimed at keeping vehicles and pedestrians apart, leading to loads of footbridges, and no roadside pavements.

Ne'er the twain shall meet

Skelmersdale's traffic system is aimed at keeping vehicles and pedestrians apart, leading to loads of footbridges, and no roadside pavements.

All roads lead to Rome The Roman Catholic Church of St. Mary, Queen of Apostles, Skelmersdale, on yet another roundabout.

All roads lead to Rome

The Roman Catholic Church of St. Mary, Queen of Apostles, Skelmersdale, on yet another roundabout.

Bigger and bigger they get This is the largest roundabout in Skelmersdale - visible from space, I would think.

Bigger and bigger they get

This is the largest roundabout in Skelmersdale - visible from space, I would think.

A jewel of a traffic island Skelmersdale&#039;s traffic islands come in all sorts of configurations - this one is diamond-shaped.

A jewel of a traffic island

Skelmersdale's traffic islands come in all sorts of configurations - this one is diamond-shaped.

On the edge Round O Quarry above Skelmersdale &amp; Newburgh. Southport&#039;s gasometer in the distance.

On the edge

Round O Quarry above Skelmersdale & Newburgh. Southport's gasometer in the distance.

Bridge over the Tawd On Cobbs Brow Lane, near Skelmersdale New Town

Bridge over the Tawd

On Cobbs Brow Lane, near Skelmersdale New Town

Elmers Green School Beside yet another Skem roundabout

Elmers Green School

Beside yet another Skem roundabout

Skelmersdale fire station Skelmersdale fire station, Tanhouse Road, Skelmersdale, Lancashire.

Skelmersdale fire station

Skelmersdale fire station, Tanhouse Road, Skelmersdale, Lancashire.

The Lancashire Manor Hotel, Nr. Skelmersdale This old manor house and great hall was formerly the Balcony Farm Hotel.

The great hall is a favourite venue for weddings and all other functions.

The Lancashire Manor Hotel, Nr. Skelmersdale

This old manor house and great hall was formerly the Balcony Farm Hotel. The great hall is a favourite venue for weddings and all other functions.

Alan Pennington

Skelmersdale Police Station From the Bus Station.

Skelmersdale Police Station

From the Bus Station.

Ashurst's Beacon Towards Ashurst&#039;s Beacon

Ashurst's Beacon

Towards Ashurst's Beacon

Wall on the Golf Course Below Ashurst&#039;s Beacon

Wall on the Golf Course

Below Ashurst's Beacon

Roundabout on Tanhouse Road Part of the ring road system of Skelmersdale

Roundabout on Tanhouse Road

Part of the ring road system of Skelmersdale

Raymond Knapman

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Fosters Green is located at Grid Ref: SD4907 (Lat: 53.558028, Lng: -2.7647638)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: West Lancashire

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Birch Green

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Foster's Green

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