Farington
in Lancashire of England, United Kingdom

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
53.705 and -2.683 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 53° 42' 16" and W -2° 40' 57"
Currency and Currency Code:
Pound - GBP
Spoken languages:
English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 06:44 AM (Friday)
Timezone: Europe/London
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:43 am and 8:33 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-45.817 and 170.717 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Otakou
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United Kingdom in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United Kingdom.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United Kingdom. Last Update: 2024-04-25 08:17:04

Delve into Farington

Farington in Lancashire (England) is located in United Kingdom about 186 mi (or 299 km) north-west of London, the country's capital town.

Current time in Farington is now 06:44 AM (Friday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of one hour. We know of 9 airports close to Farington, of which 4 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is Blackpool International Airport in a distance of 15 mi (or 24 km), West. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal in a distance of 52 mi (or 83 km), South. Also, if you like playing golf, there are some options within driving distance. If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Preston, Chorley, Haigh, Wigan and Freckleton. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 9°C / 48 °F

Morning Temperature 2°C / 36 °F
Evening Temperature 7°C / 44 °F
Night Temperature 3°C / 38 °F
Chance of rainfall 2%
Air Humidity 56%
Air Pressure 1006 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 7 km/h (4 mph) from West
Cloud Conditions Broken clouds, covering 54% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Saturday, 27th of April 2024

10°C (51 °F)
5°C (40 °F)
Overcast clouds, gentle breeze.

Sunday, 28th of April 2024

5°C (41 °F)
5°C (41 °F)
Moderate rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Monday, 29th of April 2024

12°C (54 °F)
9°C (49 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Best Western Plus Samlesbury

Address
5,4 mi
Preston Rd. Samlesbury
PR5 0UL Preston
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Macdonald Tickled Trout

Address
4,5 mi
Preston New Rd.
PR5 0UJ Preston
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Legacy Preston International

Address
4,0 mi
Legacy Preston International, Marsh Lane, Lancashire
PR1 2YF Preston
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Shaw Hill Golf & Country Club

Address
5,5 mi
Whittle-Le-Woods
PR6 7PP Chorley
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Park Hotel Preston

Address
4,9 mi
Tulketh Road 209
PR2 1ES Preston
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 7:00 - 23:00
Weekend: 7:00 - 23:00


Best Western Park Hall Preston

Address
5,0 mi
Park Hall Rd, Charnock Richard
PR7 5LP Chorley
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Best Western Park Hall Village

Address
4,9 mi
Charnock Richard,Park Hall Road
PR7 5LP Charnock Richard,Chorley
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Farington Lodge

Address
0,1 mi
Stanifield Road
PR25 4QR Preston
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Holiday Inn PRESTON

Address
4,0 mi
The Ringway
PR1 3AU PRESTON
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


TRAVELODGE PRESTON CENTRAL

Address
3,9 mi
PRESTON FARMERS OFFICE 47 NEW HALL LANE
PR1 5NX PRESTON
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Leyland Ducklings

Published: November 21, 2014
Length: 14:13 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Geoff Craven

Mallard ducklings reared over three months.


Leyland 10 Second Plug: Episode 3

Published: May 19, 2014
Length: 17:22 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: VisitLeyland

Episode 2 of 6 from the 10secplug series to promote businesses in Leyland.


37607 and 37218 passing Leyland. 06/04/15.

Published: April 06, 2015
Length: 56:41 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: tutankahmun

37607 and 37218 storm through Leyland on 06/04/15 with the Inverness - Eastleigh 'Highland Chieftain' charter from Inverness - Eastleigh.


LEYLAND 10 SECOND PLUG: Episode 1.1

Published: May 05, 2014
Length: 55:13 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: RT Productions Video & Photography

Episode 1 of 6 from the 'Leyland 10 Second Plug' series dedicated to promoting the businesses of South Ribble. Filmed in Leyland.


Leyland UK American Truck Show 2007 - Kenworths & Mack

Published: November 05, 2007
Length: 57:43 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: mattbx

Leaving the American road show at the British commercial vehicle museum in Leyland, Lancashire, United Kingdom.


Slide Guitar - Art and Soul Tattoo Studio - Leyland, Lancashire

Published: March 01, 2015
Length: 31:31 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: PR1 Media Productions

Art and Soul Leyland Tattoo & Body Piercing Shop 7 Golden Hill Lane, Leyland, Lancashire PR25 3NP Tel: 01772 434854 http://www.artandsoulleyland.com/ ...


Leyland Industrial on fire

Published: December 21, 2011
Length: 53:04 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: sam barnes

I tried getting as close as I can and managed to get to just the other side of the railway.


Wade Hall Childrens Centre & The Nursery: Leyland Festival preperations.

Published: May 12, 2014
Length: 34:01 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: VisitLeyland

The kids from Wade Hall Childrens Centre & The Nursery have fun preparing for Leyland Festival.


The Leyland Centurion Tank.

Published: January 10, 2011
Length: 49:02 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Bill12700

The Leyland Centurion Tank. Internal shots prior to the hatch being welded. The exterior is to be sand blasted and then painted by Leyland Painters prior to being sited on the outskirts of the town.


Fire at Lancashire Enterprise Business Park, Leyland

Published: December 21, 2011
Length: 38:49 min
Rating: 3 of 5
Author: Karl Davison

A massive fire tearing through a warehouse on Lancashire Enterprise Business Park off Centurion Way, Leyland. Right next to the west coast main line. I can see the smoke from my house about...


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

South Ribble

South Ribble is a non-metropolitan district and borough of Lancashire, England. Its council is based in Leyland. In May 2007, the council was officially declared "Excellent" by the Audit Commission, gaining its place among the best 5 district councils in the country,

Located at 53.697, -2.69 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Geography of South Ribble, South Ribble, Non-metropolitan districts of Lancashire, Local government districts of North West England

British Commercial Vehicle Museum

The British Commercial Vehicle Museum displays antiquarian buses, early Fire engines and other historical and commercial vehicles produced by the British manufacturing industry. The museum is located in King Street, Leyland, Lancashire on a site previously occupied by the Leyland Motors factory, the source of many exhibits. Funding methods include the admission charges and membership tickets. Shortfalls must be funded by the sale of exhibits.

Located at 53.6947, -2.6926 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Automobile museums in England, Museums in Lancashire, Bus museums in England, Industry museums in the United Kingdom, Buildings and structures in South Ribble

South Ribble (UK Parliament constituency)

South Ribble is a constituency represented in the House of Commons of the UK Parliament since 2010 by Lorraine Fullbrook, a Conservative.

Located at 53.717, -2.697 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Parliamentary constituencies in North West England, United Kingdom Parliamentary constituencies established in 1983, Politics of South Ribble

Leyland railway station

Leyland railway station serves the town of Leyland in Lancashire, England. It was formerly "Golden Hill", the name of the street and area in which the station is based, but was renamed Leyland soon after opening. The original station was built in 1838, with two platforms.

Located at 53.699, -2.687 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Railway stations in South Ribble, Former North Union Railway stations, Railway stations opened in 1838, Railway stations served by Northern Rail, DfT Category D stations

Lostock Hall railway station

Lostock Hall railway station is 2+⁄4 miles south of Preston City station, England. It is on the East Lancashire Line and is managed by Northern Rail, who also provide all passenger trains serving it.

Located at 53.724, -2.687 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Railway stations in South Ribble, Former Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway stations, Railway stations opened in 1984, Railway stations served by Northern Rail, DfT Category F2 stations

Farington railway station

Farington railway station served Farington, south of Preston in Lancashire, England.

Located at 53.7217, -2.6972 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Disused railway stations in South Ribble, Former North Union Railway stations, Railway stations opened in 1838, Railway stations closed in 1960

County Ground, Leyland

The County Ground is a football stadium in Leyland, Lancashire, England which is owned and operated by Lancashire County Football Association (Lancashire FA). It is the home ground of Bolton Wanderers reserves and both the Lancashire FA representative team and the Lancashire FA youth team.

Located at 53.6929, -2.69449 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Sport in South Ribble, Football venues in England

St Andrew's Church, Leyland

St Andrew's Church is an Anglican church in Leyland, Lancashire, England. It is an active parish church in the Diocese of Blackburn and the archdeaconry of Blackburn. The church is designated a Grade II* listed building by English Heritage.

Located at 53.6887, -2.6963 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in South Ribble, Church of England churches in Lancashire, Diocese of Blackburn, Grade II* listed buildings in Lancashire, Grade II* listed churches, Paley and Austin buildings


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Farrington, Farington