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ABOUT THE HOTEL

Kings, Earls, ladies and gentlemen have passed through our gates for hundreds of years

Lancashire Manor is a historical building for the area. Parts of the hotel dates back to ancient times when Lathom House, just a few miles away, was the home of the 7th Earl of Derby. It was the last Royal stronghold of the King of England that stood between Oliver Cromwell and his parliamentary army during the Civil War of 1642 – 46. Following the second siege the fortress Lathom House finally fell and on the order of parliament levelled to the ground.

Grade II listed building

Beautifully landscaped gardens

IDEAL FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS

ON-SITE ELECTRIC CAR CHARGING

5 minutes from the M6 motorway

24-hour reception / room service

Lancashire Manor History

It is believed that the imposing stone entrance gate pillars and much of the stone used in the Great Hall were part of Lathom House. The main stone building dates back to 1770 and was part of Higher Balcony Farm one of the many ancient farms all of which are believed to originate from the estate of the Church and Priory of Burscough which was the largest and wealthiest Priory in northern England.

Lancashire Manor is a historical building for the area. Parts of the hotel dates back to ancient times when Lathom House, just a few miles away, was the home of the 7th Earl of Derby. It was the last Royal stronghold of the King of England that stood between Oliver Cromwell and his parliamentary army during the Civil War of 1642 – 46. Following the second siege the fortress Lathom House finally fell and on the order of parliament levelled to the ground.

History 2

The original Balcony Farm you are able to see the current centre of the hotel and the gate posts (now relocated). The name Balcony changed at some time to Belle Coney, a name given to one of our suites.

We know that in 1926 Mr George Alker leased and subsequently purchased the farm from Peter Dickinson who was the previous Priory tenant.

At that time he married Miss Annie Bradley. The Bradley’s had several farms around Upholland and Tower Hill, including Lower Balcony Farm located adjacent and lower down the valley. Pictures of the wedding and the buildings around that time are on display in the hotel.

George’s oldest son William Alker ran the farm subsequently supported by his sons, George and Fred. In 1964 the Labour government of Harold Wilson created the “New Towns Commission” to create new and better housing outside Britain’s main cities. For Liverpool 6000 acres and over 50 farms including Balcony Farm were compulsory purchased between Skelmersdale and Upholland creating “New Skelmersdale”.

History 3

At the time the Alker family sold the property to Mr Laurence Baxter who regenerated the Great Hall and farm buildings into a wedding venue and 14-bedroom hotel. The bedroom extension was carried out in 1994.

In 2010 the Timmerman family bought the property. The Timmerman family also run one of Southport’s oldest catering companies, Mellors (Established 1840). The Mellors company includes the Royal Clifton Hotel and Spa (Southport) and Mellors Catering Services.

A major £2m renovation in 2010 and a further £1million extension in 2015, has established Lancashire Manor Hotel as a fabulous asset to the area, combining contemporary design with the old stone grade II listed building.

The hotel joined the Best Western Hotel consortium, the world’s largest independent hotel group, to ensure it is promoted and featured nationally and internationally.

Kings, Earls, ladies and gentlemen have passed through our gates for hundreds of years. We invite all new visitors to share in our hospitality and the quality of our food and we extend a hearty Lancashire welcome to you all.

FAQs

The Lancashire Manor Hotel is a Grade II listed building dating back to 1870, located near Wigan in Pimbo. With a recent refurbishment, it boasts 80 bedrooms and is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The hotel offers ample secure free parking and is conveniently situated for the M58 and M6 motorways.

Our hotel offers a wide range of amenities including Manor House/Superior and Standard spacious rooms and suites, a fitness suite, a lounge bar and a restaurant. All rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, large beds, super soft duvets and flat-screen TVs. We also provide free parking with an electric car charger, a 24-hour reception/room service, and diverse menu options in our restaurant and lounge bar.

The Lancashire Manor Hotel is the perfect venue for weddings, with choices between the Great Hall and Lathom Suite. We also offer four conference rooms suitable for corporate meetings, seminars, and other professional gatherings.

Our hotel is strategically located 5 minutes from junction 26 of the M6, making it easily accessible from Wigan (10 mins drive), St Helens (20 mins), city centre Liverpool (15 mins), and Manchester (30 mins). For those planning to visit Haydock Racecourse, it's only a 15-minute drive away. Also, Up Holland train station is conveniently only a 2-minute walk distance.

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Our hotel is strategically located 5 minutes from junction 26 of the M6, making it easily accessible from Wigan, Liverpool and Manchester.

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Absolutely stunning hotel

Lots of areas to take cute photos and has a chessboard outside for the little ones to play with. Quick service and delicious food. Drinks were a tad expensive but we were only staying for a couple of days so didn’t bother us. All the staff were absolutely lovely and very helpful especially Jack :)

Teigan D

Truly mesmerising service

The service we received from your hotel from start to finish was truly mesmerising!! Please anyone who is considering an ideal location to get married and enjoy a stress free experience with amazing service then visit a wedding fair at Lancashire Manor and see for yourself.

Ross M

Fantastic time

Had a fantastic time here we came for a wedding and stopped over we had a very fast and friendly check in at 2pm . Our room was very spacious and had everything we needed in it a settee also and a large TV!! We met friends in the bar for food and drinks and the service was brilliant and very friendly as the lady on her own was very busy waiting on and serving at the bar . The food was also top notch.

Steven E

WE WILL BE BACK

Lancashire Manor Hotel offers a stunning backdrop for every occasion. With its historic Great Hall, modern function suites and expert event coordination, it’s the perfect venue for unforgettable moments - whether you're saying "I do," hosting a gala, or leading a corporate retreat.

Andrea D

BEAUTIFUL HOTEL, GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE

Celebrate, Connect, and Create Lasting Memories at Lancashire Manor Hotel. From fairy-tale weddings to high-impact conferences, Lancashire Manor Hotel offers a stunning backdrop for every occasion. With its historic Great Hall, modern function suites and expert event coordination, it’s the perfect venue for unforgettable moments - whether you're saying "I do," hosting a gala, or leading a corporate retreat.

Mrs A Brown