The accommodation comprises; Entrance Hallway With double central heating radiator, dado rail, two non opening windows, two wall light points Utility Room with double central heating radiator, ceramic tile floor, plumbed and drained for automatic washing machine, non-opening window, fixture cupboards Boiler Room With Trianco oil fired central heating boiler and water purification system L-Shaped Lounge with solid floor, four panelled uPvc casement window, two side non-opening windows, double central heating radiator, part wood panelled walls with delph rail, beamed ceiling, recessed brick lined fireplace with stone hearth and electric log effect fire, TV aerial point Shower Room With double shower cubicle, low suite w.c, pedestal wash hand basin, two central heating radiators, part tiled walls, extractor fan, part ceramic tiled floor Built-In Storage Cupboard Under Stairs Rear Hallway With double central heating radiator, floor to ceiling picture window, delph rail Snug with three panelled uPvc window, Minster style fireplace with electric log effect fire, wood panelling to one wall, plaster ceiling cornice, fitted floor to ceiling illuminated display cabinet to one wall, double central heating radiator, TV aerial point Split Level Sitting Room with four panelled casement window, two double central heating radiators, feature exposed stone to one wall incorporating corner stone fireplace with dog grate and open fire, TV aerial point, low voltage lighting Large Breakfast Kitchen with full range of laminated base units and matching wall cupboards complemented by a range of built-in appliances including electric double fan assisted oven, ceramic halogen hob unit, stainless steel duct and extractor canopy, fitted floor convector heater, ceramic tile floor, three panelled casement window, beamed ceiling, plumbed and drained for automatic dishwasher, single drainer one and a half bowl sink unit, part-tiled walls, double central heating radiator, telephone point, plaster coving, leaded light coloured glass door to rear garden Double Opening Fully Glazed Doors To: Dining/Family Room with exposed tongue and groove floor, barn arch window with double French opening doors with leaded light coloured glass windows, central heating radiator with cover, fitted illuminated display cabinet to one wall with storage cupboards under, part exposed stone wall Staircase To First Floor With turned balustrade and Velux window Study with Velux window and separate fully opening safety window. Telephone point, double central heating radiator GYM/Fitness Room With vanity wash hand basin in cupboard unit, central heating radiator Staircase From Rear Hallway To Main First Floor Living Accommodation With pine balustrade and newel post, built-in linen cupboard Master Bedroom Suite Master Bedroom with feature four panelled barn arch window, exposed stone to one wall, two wall light points Dressing Room with three panelled casement window, double central heating radiator, fitted floor to ceiling wardrobe units to one wall, matching dressing table unit, dado rail, two wall light points EN-Suite Bathroom With four piece suite comprising slipper bath with claw and ball feet and shower attachment, vanity wash hand basin, corner shower cubicle and high level w.c. Double central heating radiator, panelled ceiling with low voltage lighting House Bathroom With three piece suite comprising panelled bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and low suite w.c. Fully opening window, tongue and grooved floor, low voltage lighting, double central heating radiator, dado panelled walls Front Bedroom with three panelled casement window, central heating radiator, vanity wash hand basin and study desk with dressing table area, fitted wardrobe with matching cupboards Side Bedroom with fully opening window, double central heating radiator, fitted wardrobe unit, bedside cabinet, dressing table unit, TV aerial point Rear Bedroom with three panelled casement window, double central heating radiator, built-in wardrobe, vanity wash hand basin unit, separate dressing table unit Rear Bedroom with three panelled casement window, double central heating radiator, cast iron fireplace, fitted wardrobe unit to one wall, vanity wash hand basin, two wall light points Outside The property lies in grounds and gardens of approximately 1 acre or thereabouts which have been divided into four distinct garden areas. The rear garden has very pleasant open aspects towards the Nelson and Barley valleys and features a large ornamental pond with waterfall, separate pebble fountain, large stone flagged patio areas with illuminated lighting and a side barbeque and patio area with lighting and power. There are three further garden areas all well screened with mature hedging and ideal for small children’s football play areas these being mainly laid to lawn. A tarmacadam driveway leads from the main road to the property which is shared with a property next door and the local farmer. The main entrance driveway is bordered by a finely cut yew hedge making a very nice entrance to this property. One of the side gardens also has a large storage shed with electric light and power. The front garden areas are subdivided between lawn and tarmacadam parking for a number of vehicles. All the garden areas adjoin open farmland. General Information Pendle Borough Council Tax Band G Freehold tenure and free from chief rent Oil fired central heating Sealed unit double glazing with hardwood and uPvc frames Mains electricity Water Supply from Spring Sewage to septic tank Viewing strictly by appointment with the vendors’ agents Location The property is best reached by travelling along the A6068 from either Barrowford (M65 junction 13) or from the Ribble Valley/Padiham direction to Fence turning into Cuckstool Lane passing the Barraccos restaurant and turning first right after the first bend in the road into the private driveway leading to New Laund Farm.
While the bright kitchen/dining-room of the Tolkien, with its French doors opening out to the garden, provides a natural focus for family life, this home also has plenty of room for privacy when the mood demands it. The en-suite master bedroom is an especially fascinating space, entered by an ante-room on the first floor and incorporating an internal staircase that ascends into a wonderfully relaxing dormer room. Please note: elevational treatments may vary. † Minimum ceiling height 1.194m.RoomsgroundLounge (4.255 x 3.185 metre)Kitchen/Dining (3.075 x 4.140 metre) maxCloakroom (1.800 x 0.855 metre)firstBedroom 2 (2.596 x 4.140 metre) maxBedroom 3 (2.724 x 2.015 metre)Bathroom (1.910 x 2.015 metre)secondMaster Bedroom †(2.897 x 3.128 metre) excl. stairsEn-Suite †(1.802 x 2.140 metre)About Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left.
While the bright kitchen/dining-room of the Tolkien, with its French doors opening out to the garden, provides a natural focus for family life, this home also has plenty of room for privacy when the mood demands it. The en-suite master bedroom is an especially fascinating space, entered by an ante-room on the first floor and incorporating an internal staircase that ascends into a wonderfully relaxing dormer room. Please note: elevational treatments may vary. † Minimum ceiling height 1.194m.RoomsgroundLounge (4.255 x 3.185 metre) mKitchen/Dining (3.075 x 4.140 metre) maxCloakroom (1.800 x 0.855 metre)firstBedroom 2 (2.596 x 4.140 metre) maxBedroom 3 (2.724 x 2.015 metre)Bathroom (1.910 x 2.015 metre)secondMaster Bedroom †(2.897 x 3.128 metre) excl. stairsEn-Suite †(1.802 x 2.140 metre)About Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left.
The Bronte is a substantial family home of the highest quality. The lounge and dining room are linked by elegant double doors that open to create a space extending from bay window to French doors, a truly impressive setting for entertaining. The second en-suite bedroom offers the option of wonderfully luxurious guest accommodation. The additional room on the second floor has endless potential, from nursery or playroom, to a peaceful, relaxing library, or even a dressing room.RoomsgroundLounge (5.405 x 3.336 metre) max/max Dining (3.230 x 2.951 metre) max/maxKitchen/Breakfast (2.972 x 4.898 metre) max/maxUtility (1.770 x 1.508 metre) max/maxCloakroom (1.770 x 0.850 metre) max/maxfirstBedroom 2 (3.552 x 3.336 metre) max/maxEn-Suite 2 (1.200 x 2.301 metre) max/maxBedroom 3 (3.270 x 2.961 metre) max/maxBedroom 4 (3.270 x 2.768 metre) max/maxBedroom 5 (3.977 x 2.448 metre) max/maxBathroom (2.270 x 2.070 metre) max/maxsecondDining (3.230 x 2.951 metre) max/maxKitchen/Breakfast (2.972 x 4.898 metre) max/maxUtility (1.770 x 1.508 metre) max/maxCloakroom (1.770 x .850 metre) max/maxAbout Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left. Property Characteristics Detatched. http://www.arkadia.com/zpoc-t904666/
While the bright kitchen/dining-room of the Tolkien, with its French doors opening out to the garden, provides a natural focus for family life, this home also has plenty of room for privacy when the mood demands it. The en-suite master bedroom is an especially fascinating space, entered by an ante-room on the first floor and incorporating an internal staircase that ascends into a wonderfully relaxing dormer room. Please note: elevational treatments may vary. † Minimum ceiling height 1.194m.RoomsgroundLounge (4.255 x 3.185 metre)Kitchen/Dining (3.075 x 4.140 metre) maxCloakroom (1.800 x 0.855 metre)firstBedroom 2 (2.596 x 4.140 metre) maxBedroom 3 (2.724 x 2.015 metre)Bathroom (1.910 x 2.015 metre)secondMaster Bedroom †(2.897 x 3.128 metre) excl. stairsEn-Suite †(1.802 x 2.140 metre)About Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left. http://www.arkadia.com/zpoc-t838693/
While the bright kitchen/dining-room of the Tolkien, with its French doors opening out to the garden, provides a natural focus for family life, this home also has plenty of room for privacy when the mood demands it. The en-suite master bedroom is an especially fascinating space, entered by an ante-room on the first floor and incorporating an internal staircase that ascends into a wonderfully relaxing dormer room. Please note: elevational treatments may vary. † Minimum ceiling height 1.194m.RoomsgroundLounge (4.255 x 3.185 metre) mKitchen/Dining (3.075 x 4.140 metre) maxCloakroom (1.800 x 0.855 metre)firstBedroom 2 (2.596 x 4.140 metre) maxBedroom 3 (2.724 x 2.015 metre)Bathroom (1.910 x 2.015 metre)secondMaster Bedroom †(2.897 x 3.128 metre) excl. stairsEn-Suite †(1.802 x 2.140 metre)About Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left. http://www.arkadia.com/zpoc-t838694/
The lounge of the London extends from a bay window to French doors opening out to the garden. With a host of luxurious features, including a second shower room shared between the two dormer bedrooms, this is a very special home.RoomsgroundBedroom 2 (4.612 x 3.200 metre) max/maxBedroom 3 (4.612 x 2.950 metre) max/maxShower (1.930 x 2.050 metre) max/maxfirstMaster Bedroom (5.000 x 3.150 metre) max/maxEn-Suite (1.500 x 3.150 metre) max/maxBedroom 4 (3.300 x 2.950 metre) max/maxBedroom 5 (3.200 x 2.925 metre) max/maxBathroom (1.700 x 2.050 metre) max/maxsecondLounge (7.193 x 3.150 metre) max/max into bayDining (3.143 x 2.900 metre) max/max into bayKitchen (3.950 x 2.900 metre) max/maxUtility (1.750 x 2.050 metre) max/maxCloakroom (1.475 x .850 metre) max/maxAbout Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left. Lifestyle Activities Resort Equestrian Fishing Golf Rural Cycling Hiking Lake Town Watersports Development High Street Hills Amenities and Services Swimming Pool Tennis Court Clubhouse Schools Shops Train Station Property Characteristics Detatched Property Features Garden Bay Windows French Doors Orchard Fixtures and Furnishings Shower. http://www.arkadia.com/zpoc-t944299/
The striking shape of this innovative home creates a succession of exciting interiors. From the hallway, stylish double doors lead into a superb, light-filled lounge and a pentagonal dining-room. To the rear, the bright, convivial family kitchen divides subtly into separate living and working spaces without losing its magnificent sense of space. And upstairs, two of the bedrooms have en-suite facilities, raising the sense of luxury to an even higher level. Please note: elevational treatments may vary.RoomsgroundLounge (3.450 x 6.300 metre) max/maxKitchen (3.800 x 4.560 metre) maxFamily (2.750 x 4.970 metre) max/maxDining (2.500 x 3.700 metre) max/maxUtility (1.600 x 1.800 metre)Cloakroom (1.550 x 1.600 metre)firstMaster Bedroom (2.650 x 5.400 metre) maxEn-Suite 1 (1.430 x 1.560 metre)Bedroom 2 (2.850 x 3.570 metre)En-Suite 2 (1.720 x 1.860 metre)Bedroom 3 (2.450 x 4.380 metre) maxBedroom 4 (2.450 x 4.380 metre) maxBathroom (2.140 x 2.700 metre) maxAbout Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left. Lifestyle Activities Resort Equestrian Fishing Golf Rural Cycling Hiking Lake Town Watersports Development High Street Hills Amenities and Services Swimming Pool Tennis Court Clubhouse Schools Shops Train Station Property Characteristics Detatched Property Features Dining Room Ensuite Orchard. http://www.arkadia.com/zpoc-t944302/
The Bronte is a substantial family home of the highest quality. The lounge and dining room are linked by elegant double doors that open to create a space extending from bay window to French doors, a truly impressive setting for entertaining. The second en-suite bedroom offers the option of wonderfully luxurious guest accommodation. The additional room on the second floor has endless potential, from nursery or playroom, to a peaceful, relaxing library, or even a dressing room.RoomsgroundLounge (5.405 x 3.336 metre) max/max Dining (3.230 x 2.951 metre) max/maxKitchen/Breakfast (2.972 x 4.898 metre) max/maxUtility (1.770 x 1.508 metre) max/maxCloakroom (1.770 x 0.850 metre) max/maxfirstBedroom 2 (3.552 x 3.336 metre) max/maxEn-Suite 2 (1.200 x 2.301 metre) max/maxBedroom 3 (3.270 x 2.961 metre) max/maxBedroom 4 (3.270 x 2.768 metre) max/maxBedroom 5 (3.977 x 2.448 metre) max/maxBathroom (2.270 x 2.070 metre) max/maxsecondDining (3.230 x 2.951 metre) max/maxKitchen/Breakfast (2.972 x 4.898 metre) max/maxUtility (1.770 x 1.508 metre) max/maxCloakroom (1.770 x .850 metre) max/maxAbout Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left. 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The Bronte is a substantial family home of the highest quality. The lounge and dining room are linked by elegant double doors that open to create a space extending from bay window to French doors, a truly impressive setting for entertaining. The second en-suite bedroom offers the option of wonderfully luxurious guest accommodation. The additional room on the second floor has endless potential, from nursery or playroom, to a peaceful, relaxing library, or even a dressing room.RoomsgroundLounge (5.405 x 3.336 metre) max/max Dining (3.230 x 2.951 metre) max/maxKitchen/Breakfast (2.972 x 4.898 metre) max/maxUtility (1.770 x 1.508 metre) max/maxCloakroom (1.770 x 0.850 metre) max/maxfirstBedroom 2 (3.552 x 3.336 metre) max/maxEn-Suite 2 (1.200 x 2.301 metre) max/maxBedroom 3 (3.270 x 2.961 metre) max/maxBedroom 4 (3.270 x 2.768 metre) max/maxBedroom 5 (3.977 x 2.448 metre) max/maxBathroom (2.270 x 2.070 metre) max/maxsecondDining (3.230 x 2.951 metre) max/maxKitchen/Breakfast (2.972 x 4.898 metre) max/maxUtility (1.770 x 1.508 metre) max/maxCloakroom (1.770 x .850 metre) max/maxAbout Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left. 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An impressive and substantial dwelling, the James combines traditional appeal with adaptable accommodation designed for modern family life. The bay-windowed lounge is a magnificent setting for entertaining, while the upstairs rooms, reached via a superb gallery landing, provide a peaceful, luxurious retreat. On the top floor, the charming master bedroom is complemented by a second dormer room, perfect for creating a delightful nursery, games room or study. Please note: elevational treatments may vary. † Minimum ceiling height 1.125m to 1.194m. †† Minimum ceiling height 1.600m.RoomsgroundLounge (4.702 x 3.289 metre) maxKitchen (2.745 x 3.645 metre)Dining (2.745 x 2.655 metre)Utility (1.625 x 1.742 metre)Cloakroom (1.492 x 0.930 metre)firstBedroom 2 (2.859 x 3.225 metre)En-Suite 2 (1.075 x 2.215 metre)Bedroom 3 (4.274 x 2.591 metre) maxBedroom 4 (2.870 x 2.155 metre)Bedroom 5 (2.630 x 3.075 metre) maxBathroom (1.900 x 2.812 metre)secondMaster Bedroom†(4.648 x 2.627 metre)En-Suite††(2.181 x 1.770 metre)Study/Nursery†(4.678 x 2.615 metre)About Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left. Lifestyle Activities Resort Equestrian Fishing Golf Rural Art Galleries Cycling Hiking Lake Town Watersports Development High Street Hills Amenities and Services Swimming Pool Tennis Court Clubhouse Schools Shops Train Station Property Characteristics Detatched Top Floor Property Features Orchard Study. http://www.arkadia.com/zpoc-t944301/
A substantial and beautifully proportioned home, the Rolland combines its traditional architectural approach with a fascinating interior. The bright L-shaped lounge is complemented by a large kitchen and dining area that opens out to the garden, offering a wonderfully practical and flexible focal point for family life. Upstairs, the magnificent master bedroom, with its first floor vestibule, internal staircase, en-suite facilities and delightful dormer, presents a luxurious retreat filled with charm and character. Please note: elevational treatments may vary. † Minimum ceiling height 1.200m. †† Minimum ceiling height 1.310m.RoomsgroundLounge (4.860 x 3.865 metre) mDining/Kitchen (2.470 x 4.820 metre)Cloakroom (1.000 x 1.500 metre)firstBedroom 2 (3.144 x 2.865 metre) maxBedroom 3 (2.134 x 2.639 metre)Bedroom 4 (2.274 x 2.081 metre) mBathroom (1.952 x 1.700 metre)secondMaster Bedroom†(4.243 x 3.808 metre) excl. stairsEn-Suite ††(1.554 x 2.466 metre)About Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left. Lifestyle Activities Resort Equestrian Fishing Golf Rural Cycling Hiking Lake Town Watersports Development High Street Hills Amenities and Services Swimming Pool Tennis Court Clubhouse Schools Shops Train Station Property Characteristics 1st Floor Property Features Garden Ensuite Orchard. http://www.arkadia.com/zpoc-t913115/
A substantial and beautifully proportioned home, the Rolland combines its traditional architectural approach with a fascinating interior. The bright L-shaped lounge is complemented by a large kitchen and dining area that opens out to the garden, offering a wonderfully practical and flexible focal point for family life. Upstairs, the magnificent master bedroom, with its first floor vestibule, internal staircase, en-suite facilities and delightful dormer, presents a luxurious retreat filled with charm and character. Please note: elevational treatments may vary. † Minimum ceiling height 1.200m. †† Minimum ceiling height 1.310m.RoomsgroundLounge (4.860 x 3.865 metre)Dining/Kitchen (2.470 x 4.820 metre)Cloakroom (1.000 x 1.500 metre)firstBedroom 2 (3.144 x 2.865 metre) maxBedroom 3 (2.134 x 2.639 metre)Bedroom 4 (2.274 x 2.081 metre)Bathroom (1.952 x 1.700 metre)secondMaster Bedroom†(4.243 x 3.808 metre)En-Suite ††(1.554 x 2.466 metre) excl. stairsAbout Orchard GreenOrchard Green Set by a reservoir on the eastern fringe of Westhoughton, with a sheltering belt of trees separating it from the farmland to the east and a large open space forming a delightful welcome to the development, Orchard Green is a collection of new homes which has a refreshing air of calm retreat. Yet, just two miles from the M61, and with a train station less than a quarter of a mile away, it offers remarkably good commuter access to Liverpool, Manchester and the whole of the North-West. Local history Westhoughton, known as 'Howfen' by the locals, was the site of a Civil War battle in 1642, an event commemorated by a mural above the town's Market Hall. The people of the town are traditionally referred to as 'Keaw Yeds' (cow heads in the local dialect), and while there are several competing explanations for the nickname, the most popular dates it back to a local farmer who, when one of his cows got its head stuck in a gate, cut the beast's head off on the basis that it was cheaper to replace the cow than install a new gate. Entertainment There is a wide choice of bars and restaurants in Westhoughton town centre, and the wider area offers a broad selection of entertainment opportunities ranging from live concerts at the Bolton School Arts Centre, to the facilities of the Middlebrook Leisure Park, which include a Hollywood Bowl, a sports stadium, a health club and a multi-screen Vue cinema. Outdoor activities The open spaces in Westhoughton include Hall Lee Park, a designated local nature reserve situated less than a mile to the north of Orchard Green, and the popular Central Park, scene of the town's annual carnival, where there are bowling-greens, tennis-courts and a children's playground. Around five miles to the south, the 200-hectare Pennington Flash Country Park includes a large lake with fishing and watersport facilities, an important nature reserve, play areas and a network of paths for walking, cycling and horse-riding. Other parks in the area include Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve, around nine miles away, and the Knowsley Safari Park in nearby Prescot. Shopping There is a good range of local shops and supermarkets in Westhoughton, many of them in Market Street - which is also the location of the Market Hall - or in Pavilion Square. The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre at nearby Leigh includes a number of high street retailers. and the comprehensive Trafford Centre in Manchester, with over 230 shops in an attractive mall setting, is only nine miles away. Sport and leisure Westhoughton Sports and Leisure Centre includes a sports hall, a 25m swimming-pool and two glass-walled squash courts, and there is a second swimming-pool at Hindley, two miles away. The Cheeky Chimps Playcentre at Atherton, just over a mile from Orchard Green, provides adventure activities and sports for children aged up to 12, and the local Hart Common Golf Club incorporates excellent 9 and 18-hole courses as well as a 27-bay driving range and a fully licensed clubhouse. Transport Orchard Green is less than two miles from junction 5 of the M61, offering fast access to central Manchester. And Daisy Hill Station, just quarter of a mile from the development, is served by Northern Rail trains running between Wigan and Manchester. Both Manchester Airport and Liverpool Ferry Terminal are within 35 minutes' drive. Education There are several excellent primary schools within a mile of Orchard Green, the nearest being just a quarter of a mile away in Hindley Road, and a choice of secondary schools in easy reach. Health care There is a choice of three medical practices, offering a wide choice of GPs and a range of specialist clinics, less than a mile from the development in Nelson Street. There are also dental practices and pharmacies in Westhoughton town centre.Opening HoursThursday through to Monday 10.30am till 5.30pm.DirectionsFrom Liverpool Leave Liverpool by the M62, and exit the M62 at junction 10 to join the M6 travelling northwards. Stay on the M6 through junction 22, and leave the motorway at junction 21, taking the third exit at the roundabout to join East Lancashire Road. Stay on East Lancashire Road for around four miles, then turn left to join the A579. Stay on the A579, which becomes Atherleigh Way, for around three-and-a-half miles, then turn left into Lover's Lane (B5235). At the T-junction, turn left into Wigan Road then immediately right into Schofield lane (which becomes Lower Leigh Road). Carry on for three-quarters of a mile, and at the roundabout, take the second exit to enter Leigh Road. The entrance to Orchard Green is on the right, around 75 yards on. From Manchester Leave the M60 Manchester ring road at junction 15 to join the M61, following signs for Wigan, and stay on the M61 for just over six miles, then leave at junction 5 and take the first exit at the roundabout to enter Snydale Way (A58). At the next roundabout, take the second exit to join Park Road, then after around three-quarters-of-a-mile, at the traffic-lights bear left into Leigh Road. After a little over half a mile, the entrance to Orchard Green is on the left. Lifestyle Activities Resort Equestrian Fishing Golf Rural Cycling Hiking Lake Town Watersports Development High Street Hills Amenities and Services Swimming Pool Tennis Court Clubhouse Schools Shops Train Station Property Characteristics Mews House 1st Floor Property Features Garden Ensuite Orchard. http://www.arkadia.com/zpoc-t913114/