A walk tracing the route of Poulton`s railway system from 1840 to the present day, visiting the locations of its three railway stations. The route also gives the opportunity to explain the effect the coming of the railway had on Poulton-le-Fylde, including its livestock Auction Mart and the expansion of the town. There will also be the opportunity to learn about the history of the Civic Centre building, from where the walk starts. Approximately 2 miles.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 10.00am - 11.30am
Location & directions
Wyre Civic Centre, Breck Road, Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, FY6 7PU
- Directions:
- A large free car park is located behind the Wyre Civic Centre, entered by turning into Parry's Way, off Breck Road. Meet in the Rear Car Park, close to the building. Grid Ref: 349398 What3words ///composes.answer.vowel
- Contact on day:
- Duty Ranger
- Telephone number:
- +447976650803
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- To book online, please visit www.wyre.gov.uk/greatoutdoors . Select Great Outdoors Calendar and scroll down the list of activities and click onto the walk you are interested in; then click the booking button to begin the booking process. Please Note: Bookings close a 1pm the day before the walk takes place to facilitate final preparation for the walk. No bookings will be accepted after this time.
- Booking telephone number:
- +441253887502
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.wyre.gov.uk/greatoutdoors
- Booking opens:
- 31 Jul 2024 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 13 Sep 2024 01:00 PM
Accessibility details
The walk involves crossing some roads, and walking up/down steps to cross railway bridges.
Additional information
Please bring comfortable walking shoes and suitable waterproofs or umbrella, just in case it rains.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 15
- Est. tour duration:
-
1 hour(s)
30 minute(s)
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