St Michael's On Wyre

St Michael's On Wyre

St Michael's on Wyre is a village on the Fylde in Lancashire, England, close to the River Wyre. The village is centred on the church of St Michael's which was founded before 640AD.

History

In 1835 the parish of St Michael's contained the townships of Out Rawcliffe, Upper Rawcliffe, Elswick, Great Eccleston, Inskip-with-Sowerby, Newsham and Woodplumpton.

Best kept village in lancashire 2008, The winner of the overall champion prize was St Michael’s on Wyre.

Today

The village has its own pub, local shop, car garage and nearby Myerscough College.

Location

St Michael's on Wyre is situated between Lancaster, Preston and Blackpool.


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