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This attractive village was mentioned in the Doomsday Book. It is perhaps best known for the evocative ruins of St. Catherine's Church. Known locally as Lydiate Abbey, the church probably dates from around the 13th or 14th century but was abandoned when Catholicism was outlawed. Left to the elements, the ruins remaining today give some indication of the splendour of the building.

The village stands in lovely open countryside with good views over a rural landscape where farming has continued for many centuries. There are a couple of good pubs, one - The Scotch Corner, dates to the 14th century and is reputed to be one of the oldest inns in Lancashire. There is a good farm shop and a couple of excellent garden centres.

In recent times the village has become a highly desirable residential area, there are superb examples of converted barns and several newly built properties. The village is further enhanced by the Leeds and Liverpool Canal which runs right through the village centre and a right-of-way exists taking you through he old railway station which is now part of the Trans Pennine Trail.

Lydiate is close to Maghull and is on the main route to Southport, thus it is an ideal destination to use as a base for exploring historic Merseyside or the beautiful Lancashire coast.

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	The Park Hotel Dunningsbridge Rd, Netherton, Liverpool, Merseyside, England (3.3 miles, 5.4 km, direction S) The closest hotel to the world famous Aintree Grand National Racecourse, located only 5 km from the city centre and less than 800 metres from Switch Island and motorway links. All 62 rooms at The ... More info and book online.. Price from £55.00
	Beaufort Hotel High Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk, Lancashire, England (5.1 miles, 8.2 km, direction NE) Good value, friendly hotel offering the highest standards of service. Close to Ormskirk, Southport and Liverpool. This modern hotel offers guests the highest standards and furnishings, featuring tra... More info and book online.. Price from £55.00
	Express By Holiday Inn Knowsley Ribblers Lane, Prescot, Knowsley, Merseyside, England (5.6 miles, 9.0 km, direction SE) The hotel offers all the comforts associated with the Express by Holiday Inn brand Contemporary style and facilities & services to meet the needs of today's business and leisure guests. When you s... More info and book online.. Price from £85.00
	The Suites Hotel Ribblers Lane, Knowsley, Prescot, Liverpool, Merseyside, England (5.6 miles, 9.0 km, direction SE) The Suites Hotel concept is both dynamic and innovative in the area of Liverpool. It is a guide to one of the most exceptional business, conference and banqueting venues in the Liverpool area. The... More info and book online.. Price from £65.00
	Regent Maritime Hotel 58-68 Regent Rd, Bootle, Liverpool, Merseyside, England (6.3 miles, 10.2 km, direction S) A 19th century dockside hotel, just 5 km from Liverpool city centre and a 10 minute drive from the M57 and M62 or easily accessible by public transport. The Regent Maritime Hotel was established in... More info and book online.. Price from £33.00

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Nearby travel help

Maghull Station	(1.9 miles, 3.1 km, direction SE)
Town Green Station	(2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction E)
M58 Junction 1	(2.3 miles, 3.7 km, direction SE)
M57 Junction 7 (Switch Island)	(2.4 miles, 3.9 km, direction S)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport	(14.2 miles, 22.9 km, direction S)
Blackpool Airport	(17.3 miles, 27.8 km, direction N)
Lydiate to London	(183.7 miles, 295.5 km, direction SE)